Parents all over the country dread hearing their teenager make the comment, “What’s the big deal? All my friends’ parents let them.” Rather than yelling, "Because I'm not their parent," you'll need to answer their question in a different way. Here are a few ideas to help you discover how … [Read more...]
Backpack And Book Bag Safety
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Backpacks and book bags - is your child safe? This is a growing concern for many parents. With the heavy load of books that children carry around, it is no wonder that backpack and book bag safety is becoming more of an issue. Because muscles are still forming throughout childhood, it is important … [Read more...]
Back To School Talk Helps Kids Prepare
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Children often dread going back to school after summer break. A good old fashioned back to school talk helps kids prepare and gives you some insight into what they are feeling. Not sure what to say or where to start? Here are some ideas to help you start the conversations. A few weeks before … [Read more...]
Boys Clothes: Back-to-School Buying Tips
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School days, school days, dear old golden rule days . . . No, I’m not going to sing, so you don’t have to worry. But, soon it will be time for your son to head back to school for another year. Prior to his first day, however, you’ll need to think about what he’s going to wear, since clothes … [Read more...]
Summer Jobs: Helping Your Teen Find A Job
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As a teen, your child will want more and more things to enhance their lives. One good way for them to learn the value and cost of these items is by earning their own money from a summer job. In most states, when the kids turn fourteen, they can hold a job. Help your teen find that perfect summer … [Read more...]
Trampoline Games: Trampoline Horse & Add-On
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Add these two trampoline games to your list of things to keep your children busy this summer. Not only are the games a fun way to exercise outdoors, but they are educational as well. Trampoline Horse This game is for two to four older players. You will need a ball that can be easily caught, … [Read more...]
Trampoline Games: Summer Sock Search
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Trampoline games are not only fun and good exercise, but they are a source for teaching many other skills as well. Teach matching skills and have fun at the same time with this trampoline game. Sock Search This game is for up to six children, if you have a large trampoline. It can be played on or … [Read more...]
