Just as adults like to be rewarded for a job well done, children should be rewarded as well. Despite the fact that many children take an active interest in learning and getting high marks on their own, positive reinforcement is essential to maintain this interest over long periods of time. One aspect of parenting is […]
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Free Printable Back To School Supplies List
It’s time to get ready for school. Do you have a list of back to school supplies you need to shop for? While your kids might be dreading heading back to the classroom instead of enjoying the lazy days of summer, you might be dreading the inevitable shopping spree for school supplies. You can stay […]
Family Goals [Examples and Goal Setting Worksheet]
You set goals for your personal achievements, for your work, and for fixing up your home so why wouldn’t you set objectives for your family? Goal setting is a great practice that keeps you aiming higher and achieving more. It is hard to get somewhere if you don’t know where you are going. Family goals […]
First Day Of School Signs [Free Printable PDFs]
It’s become a tradition in our home, like with so many families, to take a photo of our children on the first day of school each year. It’s such an important time and it’s fun to capture the excitement, nerves, and all the other emotions as kids start back to school. I’ve seen some really cute props […]
College Move In Checklist And Preparation Tips
Lots of my friends have kids going to college for the first time this year. Most parents are sad, anxious and excited all at once. As most moms know, planning for your kid’s big move to college can be an emotional and stressful time for both parent and child. This is especially true when preparing […]
5 Benefits Of Journaling For Kids And Types of Journals
Growing up, I was a journal junkie. I wrote of my troubles, wonders, heartaches, dreams, gossip, secrets, and daily happenings. For a few minutes each day, I would just write. Whether it was a few lines or few pages, each entry helped me get something off of my chest and kept me from bottling up […]
10 Educational Memorial Day Activities For Kids
Memorial Day commemorates men and women who have died in military service for the United States. People often visit cemeteries to remember those who fought for the country and lost their lives. Families fly the American flag and people volunteer to place flags on graves in national cemeteries. It was declared a national holiday in […]