Tips for Keeping Your Kid Very Very Very Very Very Safe this Summer
It’s summertime, which means it’s time for parents to think about safety — only safety. That’s what all the parenting magazines and web advice will tell you, as will every...
Want your kids to entertain themselves? Of course you do -- so read on! This practical post comes from Laura Wyatt-Smith, a speaker, coach, and mom in London. Her book...
These ROTC Students Are Learning More Than Leadership
The Junior ROTC students at Franklin High School in El Paso, Texas, are learning to lead. But their teacher, Major Joseph D. Shamy, noticed something worrisome: “School in general wasn’t preparing...
How do you get more kids out and about on their own – and assure parents this won’t be mistaken for neglect? That’s a question Let Grow has been addressing...
Most of us would agree that “Just do it” has served Nike pretty well. But this fall the company added a new slogan: “Why do it?” And the question is…why’d...
Exactly a Year Ago My Tween Was on The Staten Island Ferry, Sinking
Today's post comes from social psychologist and collaboration guru Deb Mashek. Mashek has been a full professor of psychology at Harvey Mudd College and Executive Director of the national nonprofit,...
To Sports Parents Everywhere: You Do Not Have to Watch Your Child’s Practices
I used to be one of those super enthusiastic sports parents. Instead of dropping my child off for practice like my mom did when I was a kid, I would...
How old does a child have to be to stay home alone? Each month, thousands of people google this type of question. Of course, there's no easy answer. The question...
Yes, Kids Can Learn How to Do Laundry on Their Own
When it comes to questions like, "Is my child old enough to _____________?" it's often a judgment call. At times, it seems like it would be nice to have a...
