How to Encourage Your Kids to Create Strong Sibling Relationships at Any Age
Our family (like others throughout the world) has been spending a lot of time together for the last several weeks. At first, it felt relatively normal—like a long holiday. After...
I learned to solve my own problems by attending the School of Hard Knocks. At least that’s what my mom called it. Growing up, I heard, “You’ve got to figure...
Seeing Kids Helping Out Was a Highlight of the Independence Challenge
Sheltering in place has been a challenging time for many families. So many people have had to figure out new ways to do things, leading to a lot more kids...
Kids Learned How to Sew and Make Masks During the Independence Challenge
Sewing skills aren't just a thing of the past. Not only do kids who try sewing learn a valuable skill that they'll be able to use for years to come,...
Kids’ Cooking Skills Were on Display During the Independence Challenge
The kitchen is a great place for kids to practice being independent. It doesn't matter whether it's learning to make scrambled eggs or mastering eggs Benedict, getting kids cooking presents...
We Love the Flow Chart for Independence, Encouraging Parents to Step Back
Naturally, parents feel the urge to help their kids. They want to step in, offer support, and even fix things that don't go according to plan. This is where the...
Why Hands-Off Learning Is a Huge Opportunity for Kids
My kids are used to roaming the nearby streets. They are used to finding friends and wildly running through the common spaces of our neighborhood. Each of my kids is...
I am not much of a baker. I have a signature one-bowl chocolate cake recipe that tolerates unsifted flour and a generous dose of extra cook time when the timer...
How Lawnmower Parenting and Takis Killed My Daughter’s Friendship
Like many moms these days, I could probably be a lot less involved in my kids’ friendships. Have you heard of lawnmower parenting (aka snowplow parenting)? They’re like helicopter parents,...
