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We already know how difficult it can be to get our kids to complete chores or other responsibilities on a daily basis, let alone if a new task is added to their plate. So how can you best motivate them to accomplish it and stick with it? Make It Less New Kids and...

Every child, as soon as they open their eyes, is constantly learning about the world around them. And once they reach the age where they begin to read, write, and speak, they can quickly learn both positive and negative things! In these critical stages, it’s always a...

You may not know, but National Family Literacy Day is November 1st! This is a great time to gather around as a family and read together some of your favorite books. Your kids may love or hate reading, so this month can be a great time to support either side of the...

Your kids may roll their eyes when you explain that you want to hand out less sugary sweets this Halloween, but it’s always a good idea to have a wide variety handy for kids when they come around the block. Many kids may have allergies to specific foods, and having a...

Does it feel like you are constantly reminding your child or teen about something that just happened? Do you feel like they are not retaining information told to them on a regular basis? Increasing long term memory is the next best thing in helping your child or teen...

Most people can agree that Fall is a spectacular time of year; the leaves are beginning to change, there’s a crispness to the air without being bitterly cold, and sweater weather is just around the corner. For some parents, though, Fall can be a little stressful with...

Maybe your children have been extra needy recently, or with the beginning of summer, they have wanted to go out and do more and more things. But if you find yourself having to end every conversation as if it is a debate, you may have some children who are unwilling to...

Reading is one of the toughest subjects for some children to learn, and it can become a hurdle if they are continuing to hit wall after wall with their progress. The frustration of not being able to understand the words on the page may be the biggest hurdle to...

Far too often, we as parents find our children struggling in certain subjects or certain teachers. It is by no means at the fault of the teachers, the students, or even the subject matter. It all boils down to learning styles and different ways of learning and...

When starting down the road to homeschooling your kids, there can be a hundred questions swimming around in your head about where to begin. Your children could be in Kindergarten or high school (or both!) and you wonder where to even start. Although a lot depends on...

With the start of the school year comes the potential for at-home learning again. Many schools have been back to the brick and mortar buildings for years now, but Covid still persists, hitting certain areas and neighborhoods consistently. With this uptick in Covid...

No matter what grade your child is in, be prepared for achievement tests to begin almost as soon as the school year starts. Chances are you remember taking tests while in school too, nervous about how well you will do and how well you remember the information being...

It may seem like just yesterday when your child was in diapers, or taking their first step, and now they are taking their first step out into the real world. They may be going to a college five minutes away or one fifteen hundred miles away, but no matter the distance...

If you have a teen who’s either in public school or homeschooling, chances are there is going to be a science project coming up soon. And while you can always whip up a volcanic eruption, your teen may want to try something different. There is a plethora of ideas out...

As parents, the question “Why?” can be asked a million times a day by your children for almost everything that happens or gets done in a day. Although it can become grating by the 10th time it is asked, this is actually a great learning experience for children to...

Does your child have an affinity for plants and all things green? Giving them an opportunity to thrive in something they are passionate about can be a great bonding experience! Here are some ways in which your child can grow both in their passion and in their...

Whether your family is tired of the community pool or you are trying to save up some extra cash, it can hard finding ways to stay extra cool this summer. Hopefully with the AC running, it takes care of the main issue, but if you are trying to turn it down a degree or...

Your children are most likely thrilled about living up the summer months basking in the sun and simply relaxing. But usually half way through the summer, some kids become restless or bored, not knowing how to fill up the whole day. Or they may be on their phone all...

July 4th is just around the corner, you may already be planning the day. There’s barbecues to attend (or host), pool parties to splash in, and of course, fireworks! Whether you are setting some off yourself or going to attend the city-wide celebration, always be...

If your children have been bugging you for a dog or cat for weeks or even years, you may still be on the fence for a myriad of reasons. Maybe you vacation frequently or are not ready to add on more responsibility to your already full To-Do list. No matter the reasons,...

It may sound simple and easy, but many parents can struggle with getting their children properly hydrated each day. Some kids don’t like the taste of water, or simply refuse to drink it as much as they should. Or your kids may drink water but still do not get enough...