Very soon, the kids will be out of school for summer. While that means lots of fun activities, we don’t want them to experience too much of the “summer slide,” where they lose some of what they learned during the school year. To avoid this, it’s a good idea to add some educational activities to your summer plans. But that doesn’t mean you have to sit down at a desk and use workbooks. You can make learning fun!
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Gardening: How to Teach Kids About Seeds and GardeningGardening with your family is a great way to involve children. What kid doesn’t like to play in the dirt? There is something carefree and fun about getting dirty, especially when it’s okay with mom and dad. Gardening… together can teach family values like working together, following directions and patience.
Simple Ways to Teach Your Kids Life Skillsmaking a difference! • tips for giving back
We talk a lot here about how you can serve others and teach your kids. We’ve talked about how to get them excited about science and helping others…. Now let’s take just a moment to talk about a few specific ways to teach them about various causes, since “teach”
Literacy: Ways to Teach Children How to Readmom • education • parenting • education
Now looking back on my childhood, I realize I was fortunate that our house was filled with many types of books. My favorite time in school was the designated half-hour of reading… in our Homeroom Class. Some students hated this time meant for reading, but it was the period
At-Home Preschool: Simple Ways to Teach Your Toddler the Letter “A”mom • education • parenting • education
Say you have a 2 or 3 year-old who seems like he or she is interested in learning about letters. You want to encourage that, but you’re not financially… or emotionally ready for them to be in preschool, or they’re not of age or not socially ready to be in
mom • crafts • education • holidays
Last year for one of our Thanksgiving day activities, we had each child make their own gratitude… poster, listing all of the things they were grateful for. All the kids made a poster that reflected their unique talents. Some featured intricate drawings, others showcased magazine clippings, while others were a
Legacy: How To Teach Kids About Business and Entrepreneurshipmy world • Leaving a Legacy • parenting • education
Legacy—Every parent dreams of a well rounded child who thrives throughout life. We strive to send them to the best schools, to monitor homework and friends, and to instill good values.
How To Teach Kids About Business and Entrepreneurship…
When I sat down to consider the legacy I
Charitable Children: The Importance of Teaching Kids to Give Backmaking a difference! • my world • raising giving children • tips for giving back
Charity…—When I told my kids that our homeless friend Dave the Police Chief died today, my six year old said; “I’m glad we showed him love.” Dave was the former Police Chief of many cities, including Flower Mound, Texas, yet he ended up living on the concrete floor of
By Eulalie Scandiuzzi
Imagine how different the economy would be today if every child knew the basic pillars of financial money management, saving, spending and sharing, as commonly as “stop, look and listen.”
…Starting a conversation about money with kids can be tricky. But, here are six tips for parents
Ride a bike or walk to a close destination to which you would normally drive.
Date: Wed., May 30
Time: 2-3 p.m. ET
Book: Dad Rules by Treion Miller
