The Experiment That Made My Little One Love Books
Soon after I got an iPad, my three-year-old started to hate books. She even ran away when I tried to gather her in my lap to read! It was time for an intervention.
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10 Ways to Make Learning Letters Fun — Without Flashcards
At first I was disappointed that my daughter hated flashcards, but as it turns out, this is more normal than not. If your little one hates the flashcard drill too, here are ten ways to make learning letters into a game that stimulates all senses.
10 Tips for Road-Trips with Kids
Road trips are hard enough without restless kids in the back-seat! Whether you're a road-trip rookie or you just need some fresh ideas on keeping kids happy in the car, here are some tips that will help everyone enjoy the trip more.
10 Fun Ways to Get Their Wiggles Out — Indoors
Your kids really need to burn off some energy but it's too hot to play outside. Don't despair! Here are ten fun ways to keep them active, fit, and happy — indoors.
5 Brain-Stimulating Ways to Keep Toddlers Busy
Days with toddlers can be very long, so I try to keep mine busy, happy, and out of trouble. Here are five great toddler activities, each one an easy way to entertain your curious kid using stuff you probably already have around the house.
Why I Hate Being a Disciplinarian, and How I'm Overcoming It
It's never fun to discipline your kids. But when you parent up (and do it skillfully) kids really do learn the lessons you try so hard to teach them. Here's how I found out.
Why I Loved My Son's Trip to the ER
When my son split his head open last week I cried all the way to the ER. But the three + hours in the germ-filled waiting room helped me rediscover something I've been missing out on as a parent.
Sometimes the Best Parents Are the Ones With the Screaming Kid
Just because a kid is pitching a fit in a store or parking lot doesn't mean that the parents don't have it under control. Sometimes, in fact, the best parents are the ones with the screaming kids. I know this — because I've been that parent.
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