Parent & Child
Home Alone this Summer
Here comes summer and if you're the parent of a pre-teen, you can bet this question is coming, too: "Why can't I stay home by myself this summer?"
Jun 6, 2006, 10:18

Parent & Child
Stress and Your Child
For many people the words childhood and carefree are interchangeable. Lazy summer days, best friends, and Friday night pizza parties are the stuff childhood memories are made of. Unfortunately, so is stress. Stress, the overwhelming feeling of self-doubt in one s ability to cope, has become as much a part of childhood as Little League.
Mar 28, 2006, 20:47

Parent & Child
Parenting with Style: Why You Might Clash with Your Child
Every morning, six-year-old Josh and his mom clash. A daydreamer by nature, Josh moves through life at a slower pace than his task-oriented mom. This is most evident in the morning when meandering Josh and his highly organized mother are trying to get out the door. This daily struggle highlights their obviously different personal styles.
Mar 28, 2006, 20:41

Parent & Child
Caring for Your Whole Child
Your child is a unique blend of traits, habits, and qualities. This blend is what makes her an individual. Therefore, caring for a child demands we address the whole person, not just part of her.
Mar 27, 2006, 23:48

Parent & Child
Tips for Raising a Terrific Preschooler
The preschool years are an exciting time for both children and parents. It is the time when children pass through babyhood and enter childhood. During their third and fourth years, children enjoy a great deal of social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. They become stronger and more in control of their bodies, emotions, and environment. It is in this stage that many pieces of the puzzle start to fall into place, and parents begin to catch glimpses of the person their child is becoming.
Mar 23, 2006, 21:59

Parent & Child
Coaching Parents in Storytelling
Stories take us to magical places. They take us outside the realm of our reality and immerse us in a world of possibilities. These possibilities make storytelling an excellent tool for helping children meet the challenges of everyday living.
Mar 23, 2006, 21:49

Parent & Child
Childrens Birthday Party Ideas
Children's Birthday Parties can be fun, but exausting for you. The following ideas aply for children ages 2-12 (more birthday party ideas at Idea Queen).
Jan 30, 2006, 19:28

Parent & Child
Organization Tip - Getting Kids to Clean Rooms
I think we've all been there at one point in time. The toys are spread out on the floor and it's time to pick up. You ask once to clean up their toys only to hear protests and excuses. This time "Because I said so" may not do the trick.
Jan 30, 2006, 19:10