No other words make kids so happy and parents so nervous as the words "summer break". Wondering what you’re going to do to keep the kids entertained (and out of your of your hair) this summer? Don’t panic - we can help! Sometimes you want to engage your kids in a summer learning activity to avoid brain drain and keep their minds sharp. But oth.... Read More
For a lot of parents, summertime brings about the inevitable question, “How am I going to keep the kids busy without spending a ton of money?” The good news is there are ALL kinds of ways to bust summer boredom that are totally affordable (or even free!) and keep kids off their computers or iPads. Wait... you can keep kids entertained for next to.... Read More
As parents, the way we speak to our children is incredibly important. Words can build kids up, and they can just as easily tear them down. Which is why finding positive things to say to your child matters! In a world where saying “no” is a heck of a lot easier than saying “yes”, we need to be especially careful that we use language which demonstra.... Read More
Are you actively raising kind kids? Most parents will automatically say yes, but are you sure? Surveys show that parents spend a lot of time and effort helping their kids succeed in school and sports. They also spend time trying to ensure their kids are healthy and happy. But are they spending time teaching their children empathy? Or compassion? .... Read More
What does it mean to raise resilient kids? Well it doesn’t mean your child won’t get upset if they lose a game, or occasionally cry if they get frustrated. That's perfectly normal. We want to make it clear that when we say resilience we’re not talking about bubble wrapping kids to protect them from hardship or teaching them to suppress their emo.... Read More
