Would You Make the Grade?
Is there a “best way” to proceed when your child doesn’t fit neatly into a classroom setting? Now that school has been back in session for a while there are lots of parents with more questions than answers.
Parenting
We’re raising good grown-ups, aren’t we?
Four Foundations, Self care, Special Topics
When Violence Breaks Your Heart Make… Love
As parents we experience all kinds of heartbreak. I can’t help but think of the massive heartbreak we all experienced nine years ago on a beautiful day like today. How does violence change people and what would happen if we all chose to reach out with love? My September 11 tribute.
Four Foundations
The “I Don’t Have Time” Lie
When parents discipline ourselves to be clear about our priorities and our choices we set a good example and empower our kids to do the same.
A Growing International Community
What Kids Need to Succeed: Four Foundations of Adult Achievement by Andrea Patten and Harry S. Patten has now been published in four countries. Hard work, generosity, discipline and overcoming adversity seem to resonate with parents everywhere.
Parenting
Lucky 7 at the Dinner Table
Family dinnertime is an important time to connect with your kids and has been shown to be important tool in the prevention of bullying and substance abuse. Here are some ideas from guest poster Keyuri Joshi to get your family talking more around the table.
Parenting
Just for Fun
Parents will enjoy this clip from singer songwriter Randy Kaplan as he laughs in the face of adversity! Great reinforcer for kids who are learning that we can always choose our attitude.