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Parties: From the Teen’s View

by Jacob P. June 3rd, 2011| Teen Perspective, Teens
Stereotypes tend to be stereotypes because they are at least somewhat true.  For example, teenagers like to party.  And I would guess greater than 90% of teens like to party.  I can tell you  I do.  There are few things more fun than hanging out with several or tons

How To Cope With Your Separation Anxiety From Your Toddler

by T Akery May 18th, 2011| Infants/Toddlers, Preschool
Separation is a difficult moment for your toddler. They feel as if it is the end of the world that Mommy or Daddy is leaving them. The crying and screaming are completely normal. Unfortunately, the only way to end the torment is to leave your toddler behind. While there

Explore Summer Reading Programs

by Lori Sciame May 16th, 2011| Elementary
Excitement is building all across the country. Books, crafts, food, and fun! What am I talking about? Children's summer reading programs at a public library near you. All three of my children enjoyed participating in our local library's summer reading program. They read books about pirates, space,

Birthdays: From the Teen’s View

by Jacob P. May 4th, 2011| Teen Perspective
This past Saturday, I turned fifteen years old.  Now that I have aged another year, I am just  bit more educated in the world.  But I'm not here to talk about what I know, I'm here to talk about birthdays.   Birthdays are important, but everyone has their own opinions
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Playing Tag with Your Teens

by Michele November 11th, 2010| Teens
Recently, I wrote about the importance of staying connected with your teen.  Not only is that connection important for the parent, but it is crucial for the child.  Last week I spoke with Dr. Nathaniel Williams about teenagers' self-esteem and how necessary the parent-child connection is.

Dr. Williams described

Cranium

by Louise October 15th, 2010| Product reviews
Looking for a fun family game that gets your family on its feet and thinking creatively? Cranium: Family Edition is just the game.

Just like many other board games, the object of the game is to get to the finish line before any other player. However, in addition to mover

Vacationing with Grandparents: From the Teen’s View Volume 2

by Jacob P. August 6th, 2010| Teen Perspective
As I am writing this article from an awesome room in Jersey City, I am peering across the Hudson, with my sister, mom, and step-dad on a lovely vacation to New York City (specifically Manhattan).  Now this trip reminded me of my last article, about my past travels with

Vacationing With Grandparents: From the Teen’s View Volume 1

by Jacob P. July 28th, 2010| Teen Perspective
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

Summertime Is So DEAR

by Michele July 14th, 2010| Elementary
It's the fourth week of summer vacation, and the kids are enjoying the leisurely pace.  There's no reason to rush through the morning routine and no need to keep a strict handle on bedtimes.  With no homework and no school, each day finds its own rhythm, typically with a
Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving: From the Teen’s View

by Jacob P. December 2nd, 2009| Teen Perspective, Teens
Every year, on the fourth Thursday of November, one of my, and many Americans', favorite holidays comes around.  This holiday, Thanksgiving, is a holiday of food, family, and football.

First, a little Thanksgiving history.  In the middle of the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln, prompted by a series of editorials
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