Parenting School Age Children

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School Age Kids

Fundamentals first

By Rae Pica on Jan 4, 2008

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Would you hand a child calculus problems once she was able to count to 10? A geometry text when he began to recognize shapes? War...
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Eating right for sleep

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Food has a huge impact on a child's well-being. It can energize, increase hyperactivity or induce fatigue. Just as a lack of sleep...
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Planting seeds of inner value

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Parents share the dream of raising children who are healthy, compassionate, independent, and happy. In order for this dream to come...
School Age Kids

Teach kids to be active

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Physical activity is one of the simplest and most effective ways to help reduce stress and ensure that a child gets a good night's...
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Teaching children to think positively

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
While we'd like to believe that our children live carefree lives devoid of concerns and worries, many children become anxious and...
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Fortify sensitive kids

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Children are likely to interpret and respond very differently to their experiences, depending on their temperament. Sensitive...
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Teach kids to turn it off

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Time that children spend watching television takes away from time that could have been spent creatively. It's also a concern that...
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Raising courageous, compassionate kids

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
While it's important to protect and reassure our children in today's turbulent times, it's also important to focus on courage and...
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Helping kids overcome their fears and phobias

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Children love the fantasy and fun of dressing up in costumes and Halloween is usually an exciting and fun event for them. During...
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Handling homework

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Limited amounts of homework in the primary grades may be beneficial; however, it should not be excessive, especially in the lower...
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Too much, too soon: Overindulgence hurts kids

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008

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Raising my own children taught me that I owe my parents a debt of gratitude, not only for the things they did for me -- but for the...
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Slow down and enjoy the magic of summertime

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
"Summertime, and the living is easy..."
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The power of a child's imagination

By Patti Teel on Jan 4, 2008
Most people have used creative visualization their entire lives, long before they knew there was a name for it. Children have vivid...
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Brown rice for the family

By Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers on Jan 4, 2008
Some of the key nutrients in brown rice include B vitamins, maganese, selenium, iron and fiber. The health benefits of brown rice...
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Food allergies and children

By Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers on Jan 4, 2008
Nuts are common allergen among children and they can cause one of the more severe, even life- threatening allergic reactions known...
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School success starts early

By Charles Fay on Jan 4, 2008
In my work with kids and teachers over the years, I've witnessed the many benefits of healthy student-teacher relationships.
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Putting an end to backtalk: Tips for handling arguing with ease

By Charles Fay on Jan 4, 2008
Parents can put an end to arguing, backtalk and disrespect with some easy-to-learn tips from the Love and Logic Institute. Parenting...
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Kids with an advantage in school and life! Preparing young children for success in school

By Charles Fay on Jan 4, 2008
What are the most powerful things parents can do to help their young children begin school on a positive note, and enjoy a lifetime...
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What to do when your child dislikes his teacher

By Charles Fay on Jan 4, 2008
As a parent or an educator, there aren't too many things more distressing than hearing a child say, "I don't want to go to school....
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Teaching money management

By Charles Fay on Jan 4, 2008

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You can teach your children the benefits of sound money management. A few simple Love and Logic techniques can create kids who are...

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