As the mom of four children, three of whom are between the ages of 12 and 14, I have had my fair share of experience with parenting children of this generation. When my children were younger, I used to question whether they would need cell phones. They seemed like an extravagance not needed until they started driving. However, once my kids progressed from early elementary school age, I began to see that there were other reasons to have cell phones.
Although this article isn't a review of a specific cell phone, it is a review of this technology in general.
Archive for July, 2010
Vacationing With Grandparents: From the Teen’s View Volume 1
July 28th, 2010 by Jacob P. | Adolescence, Helpful hints, Teen Perspective, Travel
As far back as I can remember, every year I went somewhere on a vacation with my grandparents. I have always felt that I am exponentially lucky to have grandparents who are willing to take me on such vacations every year out of their own will and pocket. I did not know that this is a trend becoming more and more popular, but now that I know this, I am going to provide my thoughts on it.
First of all, I am going to provide a little history on my vacationing with grandparents, as this will tie into a few
First of all, I am going to provide a little history on my vacationing with grandparents, as this will tie into a few
Do children and politics mix? The obvious answer would seem to be "no," but the issue is a little more complicated than that. Consider that their opinions are going to be shaped by someone – books, movies, TV, friends, teachers – shouldn’t we be at the forefront of their political and philosophical development?
Then again, whenever someone else’s young children have a strong opinion, especially one with which you disagree, don’t you sigh and think how unfortunate it is that their parents are indoctrinating them like that? Come on, be honest.
In working with children over the last
Then again, whenever someone else’s young children have a strong opinion, especially one with which you disagree, don’t you sigh and think how unfortunate it is that their parents are indoctrinating them like that? Come on, be honest.
In working with children over the last
Tiny Titans is a monthly comic book published by DC Comics. It was recently awarded the Harvey Award for Best Children's Comic, and with good reason. Tiny Titans succeeds where so many other early education tools fail: kids want to read it.
For those unfamiliar with the concept, the Teen Titans are a team of superhero sidekicks that got together to form their own team. Back in the 1960s, DC wanted to cash in on a younger audience. So Batman's partner Robin, Wonder Woman's young sidekick Wonder Girl, the Flash's protege Kid Flash, Aquaman's trainee Aqualad, and the Green Arrow's
For those unfamiliar with the concept, the Teen Titans are a team of superhero sidekicks that got together to form their own team. Back in the 1960s, DC wanted to cash in on a younger audience. So Batman's partner Robin, Wonder Woman's young sidekick Wonder Girl, the Flash's protege Kid Flash, Aquaman's trainee Aqualad, and the Green Arrow's
Now, I know that an article by a teen about chores could sound like a "Let's abolish chores because I dislike them" article, but it isn't. Now that I have said that, let me begin:
I understand that chores are very important because they teach you responsibility and to work for things, but they can be flawed.
First of all, I don't believe in not getting anything for chores. Now, you don't have to provide direct payment, but some reward is required. For example, I have a deal with my parents so that I do chores, and in return they will
I understand that chores are very important because they teach you responsibility and to work for things, but they can be flawed.
First of all, I don't believe in not getting anything for chores. Now, you don't have to provide direct payment, but some reward is required. For example, I have a deal with my parents so that I do chores, and in return they will
