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20 School-Year Myths All Parents Must Ignore

As the back to school energy (fueled by crisp notebook paper and the scent of freshly sharpened pencils) starts to drop off into a more wrinkled routine, there are 20 Myths that you must not let creep into your mind. These myths (below) are lies They do not reflect who you are or how good […]

20 School-Year Myths All Parents MUST Ignore

As the back to school energy (fueled by crisp notebook paper and the scent of freshly sharpened pencils) starts to drop off into a more wrinkled routine, there are 20 Myths that you must not let creep into your mind. These myths (below) are Lies. False. Unfounded. They do not reflect who you are or [...]

3 Seemingly Simple Parenting Habits

Ok, now that we’ve established a back to school frame of mind (it’s your child’s school year, not yours), it’s Read More...

3 Effective Parenting Habits that Seem Simple (But Are Not!)

Ok, now that we’ve established a back to school frame of mind (it’s your child’s school year, not yours), it’s helpful to keep these three effective habits in mind when working toward cooperation, communication and mutual respect in the daily routine. (Note: they seem simple but are challenging and require practice and patience!) These Habits [...]

The Best Back to School One-Liner

Back to school is a great time to offer children ownership in their daily lives. When children “get” invested in a Read More...

The Best Back to School One-Liner To ‘Get’ Your Kids Invested

Back to school is a great time to offer children ownership in their daily lives. When children “get” invested in a system like the morning routine, clothing choices, food selections, homework sessions and so forth, they discover what works for them and in turn, they enjoy the process! But how do we “get” our kids invested? […]

The Best Back to School One-Liner To ‘Get’ Your Kids Invested (Okeedokee)

Back to school is a great time to offer children ownership in their daily lives. When children “get” invested in a system like the morning routine, clothing choices, food selections, homework sessions and so forth, they discover what works for them and in turn, they enjoy the process! But how do we “get” our kids [...]

Yes! GO to the Principal’s Office

Let me explain. I truly believe there is value for kids when they are sent to the principal’s office at Read More...

Sure, GO to the Principal’s Office

Let me explain. I truly believe there is value for kids when they are sent to the principal’s office at Read More...

A Visit to the Principal’s Office – Three Lessons from Life’s Curriculum

Let me explain. I truly believe there is value for kids when they are sent to the principal’ office at least once a year. The lessons they learn can be some of the most powerful lessons of the year (and in life!). Lesson One: Cause and Effect Every year I remind my children. “There may [...]