Tweens | Your Parenting Info

As Summer Draws Near

by Michele May 12th, 2016| School, Tweens

For students who get a traditional summer break, the school year is coming to an end. As a former teacher, I can assure you that the excitement is prominent on both sides of the equation. There's something gratifying in seeing all of the growth that has been accomplished during the

Go Take a Hike!

by Michele May 5th, 2016| Entertainment, Tweens

I've always hiked with my kids, which made hiking a natural choice when they were tweens. Even if it isn't something that you regularly do with your family, I'd suggest taking your tweens on a hike. Why take a hike? Let me count the reasons.

Hiking is a great family activity.

One-on-One Time: Key to Tween Talks

by Michele April 7th, 2016| Communication, Tweens

Do you remember the awkwardness of being a tween? You didn't feel like a kid anymore, but you also weren't a teenager. You were stuck in the in-between of adolescence. One day you wanted to play with your childhood toys, and the next you were enviously studying teen-directed magazines. The

Malls, Tweens, and Parents

by Michele March 31st, 2016| Entertainment, Tweens

Ahh. . .the lure of the mall. If you're a parent of a certain age range, you probably spent your fair share of weekend time there during your tween and teen years. Now you are the parent of a tween, and the mall has returned as a desired destination. This

Family Dinners & the Tween Years

by Michele March 17th, 2016| Seasonal, Tweens

Family dinners. From so many of the statistics and articles you see, it seems that family dinners have gone by the wayside. With two parents working, kids involved in a multitude of sports and activities, and all the other pieces of modern life, family dinners may be less frequent. When

Online Grading Systems & Tweens

by Michele March 10th, 2016| School, Tweens

Most public school systems in America utilize online grading systems for their students. These software tools allow teachers to keep track of grades and give parents and students the ability to view grades before progress reports or report cards are issued. These grading systems most definitely are helpful to all.

The

Winter Safety Tips for Tweens

by Michele March 3rd, 2016| Safety, Tweens

Ahh, the tween years. They've developed a sense of independence and retain a good amount of knowledge. However, they also are dealing with a surge of hormones that can often cloud their judgment. While this isn't a seasonal issue (hormones prevail all year), there are some important considerations during the

Casual vs. Proper Grammar & Tweens

by Michele February 11th, 2016| Communication, Tweens

I am a self-declared grammar fanatic. I believe in the proper conjugation of verbs, the correct use of punctuation, and everything else that makes for good writing. However, I also understand that there are exceptions to these rules. As a parent, I believe is my job to help teach my

Tween Behavior Issues and Advice

by Kimberly Hays February 4th, 2016| Behavior, Tweens

Tweens are at a point where they are pushing for more independence, and thatâ€™s not a bad thing because we have to start letting them make some decisions for themselves. They will be leaving for college in a few short years. Having that in perspective, it is time to let

Tweens and Instagram

by Michele January 28th, 2016| Social, Tweens

If you have a tween who owns a device that runs on the Android or iOS platform, they might have an Instagram account. However, Instagram, like all other social media platforms, has a policy of not allowing children under the age of 13 to use their app.Â That being said,

Your Parenting Info

Archives for Tweens

Teaching Toddlers About Sharing and Caring

Teen’s Perspective on Family Dinners

Home Alone: A New Experience

How to Foster Effective Communication in Children

3 Steps to Changing Your Preschooler’s Behavior

Bubbles Are Entertaining For Young Children

What Teens Aren’t Learning, What Parents Can Do

Family Activities to Keep Your Tween Healthy