A beloved tradition in my family and for many Between Us Parents readers is the Christmas scavenger hunt. It's a tradition started by my dad when my brother and I were little and it grew as we did. It's a particularly fun activity for tweens and teens. I have done it with … [Read more...]
Top gift ideas for teens & tweens
'Tis the season to be merry, and to make people merry by giving them gifts they can use and enjoy. That's a tall order with teens, but the North Pole elves and I wanted to offer some assistance. Here are some of the most popular Christmas presents for teens. This post contains … [Read more...]
12 Fun Advent calendars for teens and tweens
Advent calendars are hugely popular right now, and they make great gifts for teens and tweens. They’re a wonderful way to countdown to Christmas and the holidays. Teens and tweens love getting a fun treat each day. Advent calendars are simple and fun to give, and easy to wrap, … [Read more...]
A few of my favorite things: Parent of a HS senior edition
Between filling out the FAFSA, figuring out senior portraits, reassuring the teen that she really is not the only one not going to Mexico for spring break, and considering colleges on top of the usual roller coaster of teen parenting, raising a high school senior can be a … [Read more...]
How parents can use Banned Books Week to help kids become lifelong readers
Want to get a teen or tween to do something? Tell them that they’re not allowed. Banned Books Week, which takes place the last week in September, is a great way to encourage kids to read. Point out that in certain places, they would not be allowed to read particular books. … [Read more...]
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