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Protect Your Child From Zoonotic Diseases
by Tania Cowling April 22nd, 2024 | Preschool, SafetyTeaching Toddlers About Sharing and Caring
by Tania Cowling April 15th, 2024 | Infants/Toddlers, SocialTeen’s Perspective on Family Dinners
by Sam P. April 8th, 2024 | Seasonal, TeensHome Alone: A New Experience
by Michele April 1st, 2024 | Safety, Tweens
Babysitting Activity: Meatballs
by Bea August 28th, 2008| Elementary
I was babysitting about a year ago for a family of two. The daughter was 8 years old while the son was 6 years old. When I arrived at the house, I was surprised to see that their parents had planned for me to make the family's meal for the
A Delicious Family Activity
by Michele August 27th, 2008| Elementary
On this past Sunday, we took a leisurely hike at a nearby lake with two of our children. During the hike we discussed dinner for the night, a new meal we wanted to try. Both kids were excited about this meal and immediately asked to assist with cooking. The kids
Back To School, Back To Homework
by Lisa Stauber August 26th, 2008| ElementaryBack to school means more than fresh notebooks and new crayons. With a new teacher comes homework assignments! Each teacher has her own homework policies, and many also send home forms to be
How Far Is Too Far?
by Louise August 21st, 2008| Elementary
I know that every parent wants to bring his child up with a healthy lifestyle. While this is a good idea, I must stress that you do not take this thought too far, specifically in the case of food. If you're
not careful, being "too healthy" with your child might actually
not careful, being "too healthy" with your child might actually
Summer Idea for the Kids
by Michele August 13th, 2008| Elementary
"I'm bored!"
Are those typical words in your house? At this point in the summer, it seems likely that many households are resounding with that same sentence. Although the kids won't admit to wishing that school would start soon, they have become bored with the laziness of summer.
To help solve the
Are those typical words in your house? At this point in the summer, it seems likely that many households are resounding with that same sentence. Although the kids won't admit to wishing that school would start soon, they have become bored with the laziness of summer.
To help solve the
Blueberry Picking
by Michele August 13th, 2008| Elementary
Living in New Hampshire, blueberry picking is a summer tradition. In my childhood home our backyard was bordered by woods. Walking deeper into these woods, I was able to find wild blueberry bushes. I have many fond memories of summer mornings, dressed in a long-sleeved shirt and pants, with one
Easing Back To School
by Lisa Stauber August 12th, 2008| Elementary
School will be starting soon. Are you ready?
I'm not just talking about new crayons and backpacks. Children need time to adjust to a new routine. Start helping them get ready for a smooth back-to-school experience today. Here are a few things to consider:
- Sleep. Many children stay up later
4 Types of Parenting Styles
by Rosanne Lorraine August 5th, 2008| ElementaryParents inevitably leave an impact on their children's social, emotional, and mental development whether they are aware of it or not. Parenting is a highly complex undertaking that involves many individual behaviors that work together to influence the child. But looking at specific behaviors in isolation may be deceptive.
Eliminate your Child’s Bad Breath
by Rosanne Lorraine July 29th, 2008| ElementaryBad breath is nothing to be embarrassed about unless you don't do anything about it. Bad breath in children is a common condition; it is not necessarily a symptom of a serious health problem. Some of the most common causes of bad breath in young children include:
Improper brushing
Breathing through
Another Table Game
by Bea July 24th, 2008| Elementary
To go along with TK's post (Breakfast and a Game with Kids), I've got another game you will love to play with your family while you sit and wait around at a restaurant. In fact, this game is fun to play at camp or with a group of kids. You'll
The Green Hour
by Lisa Stauber July 22nd, 2008| ElementaryChildren today spend a majority of their time in climate controlled environments. Their days are structured and scheduled, and they're lacking in time to daydream or catch their breath. They've lost touch with
Teach Financial Responsibility Early
by Rosanne Lorraine July 15th, 2008| ElementaryLetting your child learn the value of money while he or she is young can help him or her become a financially responsible adult in the future. The first thing you need to do is involve your child in simple money transactions. Explain the basics of financial transactions by