Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I earn a very small commission that helps fund my coffee habit. Thanks! Easter baskets are really fun to put together for little kids and let's be honest, it's pretty easy. Assembling them for older kids gets a little … [Read more...]
10 things parents can do at home to end peer cruelty and develop empathy
"Kids can be cruel" is a saying that's been around for a while, but we're finally coming to understand the tremendously harmful impact that cruelty can have. To address that, Michele Borba, Ed.D., wrote End Peer Cruelty, Build Empathy: The Proven 6Rs of Bullying Prevention That … [Read more...]
5 fun, easy ways to celebrate Dr. Seuss Day with older kids
Dr. Seuss Day is March 2, and it marks both the birthday of Theodore Geisl, who is better known as Dr. Seuss, and Read Across America Day. While Dr. Seuss is often thought of as the author of wonderful books for younger kids, he has a universal appeal, even with teens. Here are … [Read more...]
Why it’s so important to know your mandate when parenting a teen
As a Notre Dame alum, I've heard a lot of aphorisms from former football coach Lou Holtz. One that has stuck with me through the years and has guided my parenting is his advice to "know your mandate." Those three words are a touchstone for me when I'm uncertain about … [Read more...]
Looking for valuable advice on parenting teens? Check out these posts
Wondering how much to ask your kid about that problem at school? Missing the imaginative spark your teen used to show when he was little? Just looking for valuable advice on parenting teens so that it all seems a little less confusing? Check out these posts. They're ones I've … [Read more...]
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