Knowing how to use the phone is something all children should learn when they are old enough to do so. This is important for a number of reasons—in the event of an emergency, the child should be able to call for help or dial 911, and he or she should also be able to pick up the … [Read more...] about Fun Ways to Teach Your Children to Use the Phone
Parenting Kids
Did You Want Some Cheese With Your Whine?
When it comes to getting things or asking questions, many children tend to whine, especially if they don't get their way. And since whining is a learned behavior in children, if you give in to your child's demands while they are whining, you are actually teaching them that … [Read more...] about Did You Want Some Cheese With Your Whine?
Emotional Baggage of Children with Divorced Parents
Earthquakes and Tsunamis When two lives are split asunder, especially as in divorce, it could be compared to an earthquake. Unfortunately, if there are any little islands around – perhaps as in children? – they are swept up in the following tsunami. Unfortunately, other than … [Read more...] about Emotional Baggage of Children with Divorced Parents
Like Father, Like Son: Teaching Tolerance by Example
If you are a parent, you know there are many challenges to raising your children. One of the biggest challenges you can face is that of teaching your children to be tolerant of others. This includes things like not being prejudiced, unkind and so on. The following is a guide to … [Read more...] about Like Father, Like Son: Teaching Tolerance by Example
The Reality of Becoming A Better Parent
If you asked your child what things you could do to be a better parent, chances are they would answer you with things like this:Let me eat ice cream for breakfast.Let me stay up later at night.Let me watch as much television and play as many video games as I want.Never make me do … [Read more...] about The Reality of Becoming A Better Parent
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to