Parents can increase children's emotional intelligence and sense of community. Model the sharing of feelings and connection related to events around town or in the news and watch what happens.
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A Quiz for Parents: What are they REALLY Learning?
Picture this. Your child comes home with a special assignment from school. He’s very excited about it and puts in a lot of time to perfect it. He’s thrilled with the result and can’t wait to take it to school. A few days later, he comes through the door, picks a fight with a younger sibling and bursts into tears. Finally, he manages to tell you that the project he was so proud of was ‘unacceptable,’ that the teacher wants him to do it over. Here’s a…
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Risky Business?
Parents ~ what's a sane and healthy level of risk when it comes to your kids?