At the start of a new school year, we’re all full of hopes for a year that means something. We want our kids to encounter big ideas, learn new skills, read wonderful books, and come out the other side of the school year richer than they were going in.
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The final week of our “Best Of” Series is one that will challenge your faith. We listened to it again and it was like watching a movie the second time around. There was much we missed the first time that we needed right now in this season of our lives….
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Welcome to week 3 of our “Best Of” series! – As Dr. Townsend states about entitlement, “This isn’t a generational problem; it’s a human problem.” – Apparently, a lot of parents in our generation don’t want their kids to be entitled.
Read MoreDo you remember struggling through early reader books back when you were learning to read? Was it all Dick and Jane? Was it … boring? Think about this: nobody asks you now, as a grownup, how old you were when you became a fluent reader. Know why?
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Welcome to week 2 of our “Best Of” series! – Emotional safety was one of the most requested topics in season 3. Not only that, this episode became one of the most listened to of any we did. – When we first became parents we were exhausted and overwhe…
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We’re kicking off our “Best Of” Series for season 3. During the summer we take a little hiatus to regroup, rejuvenate, and plan for our upcoming season–season 4! – In part 1 of of our “Best of” series, we revisit our interview with Frank Tate.
Read MoreI ‘m coming to you today with a simple tip that could make a HUGE difference in how often your kids pick up books for fun. In fact, it may seem *too* simple at first, so you’re going to have to try it for yourself! What is it? Put the books OUT.
Read MoreI ‘m willing to bet that you are familiar with Gail Gibbons’s work. Not only is she incredibly prolific, she is just one of those authors who becomes our go-to when it comes to learning with our kids. Gail Gibbons is the author of more than 170 books …
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Championing kids with special needs or medical disabilities can be quite difficult on many levels. – First, there’s the academic needs of the child. For instance, in some school systems, grades become emphasized over emotional development or character…
Read MoreWhen I talk to and meet with other moms, I get a sense that we all want the same thing. We all long to connect with our kids. And, of course, we also want to stay connected – even in the teen years. Well, today’s guest knows all about that,
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