Emotional Intelligence For Kids: Teach Them To Calm Themselves
What is all this hype about emotional intelligence? Emotional intelligence is the new buzzword in education and parenting. Research has shown that it is an important factor in helping our kids have healthy relationships with their spouses, friends and co-workers. Adults who are emotionally intelligent are happier […]
Whose Report Card Is It Anyway? Encourage Your Child To Take Responsibility For Their School Work
I remember the feeling of anticipation and nervousness in elementary school when report cards were handed out. I wasn’t the greatest student but I always did okay, A’s, B’s and once in a while a few C’s. Whatever I did get my parents were pretty cool about it. They knew I was an avid reader […]
The Best Way To Keep Your Family Happy
Our family just spent a lot of time together over the Spring holidays. We had lots of good times and some not so good times. We all took turns being in a bad mood. After 15 years of motherhood it is still hard to admit that even adults (that includes me) get cranky and whiny. […]