Family Activities

  • How to Encourage Your Child’s Time with Dad

    How to Encourage Your Child’s Time with Dad Growing up my parents put me to bed every night.  Not just as a little girl, but through all the years I was home.  They called it “Special Time.”  Generally it was my Dad who did the nightly routine.  Studies show that a girl who has a […]

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  • Turning Disasters into Adventures

    Are you raising kids who are resilient and can bounce back from tough situations?  Here are some questions to thinkg about?What does your family do when it rains during your entire vacation?  Does your child remember all of the great meals you cooked or the one you burned so badly that the fire alarm went […]

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  • Recognizing Your Child’s Character

    Last night, I had the opportunity to hear one of my favorite speakers, Mrs. Janet Mancini.  I’ve heard Janet speak numerous times over the years.  I’m always inspired by her enthusiasm, tried and true ideas, and deep love for her family. She highlighted that you need to compliment your child’s character.  Tell them specifically what […]

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  • Stop the Whining! Favorite Phrase

    Long ago I learned this line in a parenting workshop.  I felt a little bit like a drill sergeant when I used it on my kids initially, but now it works like a charm! Parent:  When do we listen?  Child:  The first time. Try it – you’ll love it.  It’s such an easy way to […]

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  • Homework Help for Busy Kids – shopping list

    Here’s my Amazon Wish list to help us get on track for Back-to-School homework time:Isokinetics Inc. Brand Exercise Disc / Balance Cushion – 14″ Diameter – BlueIt comes inflated and is perfect for a “wiggly” child or anxious one.  It’s like sitting on an exercise ball, but it fits right in your seat.  I had students […]

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  • Mom Spotlight: Daddy Dollars & Mommy Mart

    Just in time for Back-to-School, Carmela is here to share how she keeps her kids motivated throughout the school year.  She told me that the Dad Dollars and Mommy Mart reminded her of Summer Points.  She has four boys, ages 11, 10, 6 and 1.  Great for teaching responsibility and not nagging! Background I started […]

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