I love to cook and have shared this love with all four of my children. However, there are benefits to the occasional family dinner at a restaurant.
As I enjoy cooking, having someone else make dinner for me isn't really a benefit. But having someone else clear the table and do the dishes is a huge benefit! Plus, I don't have to consider which child will complain about having to eat 3 bites of broccoli or which one will wrinkle a nose at the little piece of fat on the roast. Each gets to choose a meal that is pleasing
Archive for October, 2008
It is estimated that between 50,000 and 150,000 children ages 5-16 are educated at home. This number is steadily increasing as parents realize the benefits of homeschooling. Children who are educated at home, either alone or in small groups, can have more individualized attention compared to children in a traditional classroom. They can learn at their own paces and develop their talents. A lot of parents decide to educate their children at home for this reason.
There are also some children who are homeschooled because they have a hard time fitting in to the school routine and system. They may have
There are also some children who are homeschooled because they have a hard time fitting in to the school routine and system. They may have
By the age of three, it is important for you to teach your kids on how they can remain safe. You should particularly concentrate on road safety. Show them places where they can play securely, and point out places they should avoid. Letting them know why busy roads are dangerous and why they shouldn’t talk to strangers are simple ways you can ensure that they remain safe.
As they grow older, teach them to memorize their full name, street address, and home phone number. Usually, children can remember these things when they reach the age of five or six. Teach
This is my first year at college. I'm also the first one out of the family's kids to leave for this new stage of my life. This is supposed to be the start of an adventure for me; one in which I start to know what it feels like to be on my own. I've done my own laundry, I wake myself up, I walk down to the dining hall for food, and I even clean my room once in a while.
My parents are not there to tell me what I should be doing every hour of the day. I've
My parents are not there to tell me what I should be doing every hour of the day. I've
