Articles Tagged: Independent Kids

By Katy Anderson

Read Time: 5 minutes

Once I Started Letting My Kids Figure Out Their Own Schedules, I Finally Got Some Relief

During this time of social distancing, it is not difficult to find loads of articles offering advice on a schedule for kids or how to keep children entertained at home....
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By Gary Karlson

Read Time: 6 minutes

Turns Out, Soft Skills Are Actually Essential Skills—and We Need Them Now More Than Ever

We need to stop using the phrase soft skills and start calling them essential skills instead. Our kids need these skills to have a successful future.
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Funny Parenting Tweets About Homeschooling Remind Us All That Professional Teachers Are Heroes

Check out these funny parenting tweets from parents taking on the role of teacher. At least they know how to laugh at these painful, awkward moments.
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By Irshad Manji

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In Times of Uncertainty and Fear, We Have an Opportunity to Practice Courage

When you face fear and uncertainty, it's a good opportunity to practice moral courage. Learn why this is a great focus while kids are out of school.
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By Lenore Skenazy

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Can You Tell Me How to Entertain Kids During the Coronavirus Crisis?

Are you trying to figure out how to entertain kids? Get Lenore Skenazy's advice. Plus, learn why it's not actually your job to entertain them.
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By Let Grow

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5 Things You Can Do When There’s Mass Hysteria and Panic

The coronavirus is leading to panic in the United States and around the world. Take a look at what you can do now to calm down and stay rational.
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By Katy Anderson

Read Time: 4 minutes

I Tried to Get My Boys to Stop Roughhousing, but That Was a Mistake

When this mom couldn't get her boys to stop roughhousing and wrestling, she decided to change her approach. All she needed was a few ground rules.
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By Trevor

Read Time: 5 minutes

Should We Still Be Teaching Kids How to Read and Use Maps?

The other day I was on a work trip in Los Angeles and had to traverse  four different interstates, take 10 back roads, and skirt three traffic jams to get...
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By Laurie Ulster

Read Time: 6 minutes

Why Is My Son So Independent While My Daughter Acts So Helpless?

Parenting is hard, epecially when you have one kid that is independent while another one wants everything done for them. Here's one mom's story and advice.
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By Kate Sundquist

Read Time: 6 minutes

How Can I Let Grow If I’m Constantly Worried About My Kids Getting Hurt? 

When our kids get hurt, our instinct is to shelter them so that it won’t happen again. But are there other ways to safeguard kids against injury? The research says...
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By Crystal

Read Time: 5 minutes

Let’s Stop Saying No All the Time and Try a Yes Day Instead

Monday nights are chaotic for our family. My daughter has band rehearsal, my son has baseball practice, and, like me, the baby is tired of being in the car for...
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Roman’s Cooking Corner Is the Little Bit of Messy We All Need

Roman's Cooking Corner shows the magic that can happen when you let kids be kids. This toddler reminds us that messy can be a good thing.
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