Kids face challenges every day, and as parents, we want them to have the confidence to handle them on their own. It’s easy to jump in and try to help with everything so that things get done “right” the first time. But teaching a positive self-concept isn’t something that we can do for them, on their behalf. It’s something we can only cultivate in our...
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Cozi is a free online organizer and mobile app with a shared calendar, shopping lists, to do lists, meal planner, and family journal. Named #1 iPhone App for Moms by Circle of Moms editors! Cozi features: a shared family calendar that is color-coded by family member. the ability to text or email appointment reminders and weekly agendas to any and all family members. a shopping...
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We think you’ll find numerous uses for these throughout the home, but they really are the perfect subject organizer for middle school and high school students! The Subject Sleeve is a tough, clear, vinyl pouch perfect for holding a spiral notebook or 3-ring binder, homework folder, and most textbooks. Because of the clear design, students can easily locate and grab a single subject out of...
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Have you ever been called out of a meeting to take a phone call from your son, who is upset that soccer practice ended 30 minutes ago and no one has picked him up yet? Or had to make a frantic stop at Target to buy a gift for your daughter’s friend just 15 minutes before the birthday party starts? There’s no doubt about it—families...
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It’s easy to tell our kids “no” when they are about to do something they shouldn’t. However, by defaulting to this short but inherently demanding answer, we often miss opportunities to teach our kids better ways to behave or respond to a situation. The Love and Logic® approach reminds us that there are other responses that might be more effective. Try one of these approaches...
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If you have an iPhone, iPad, or smartphone, Kindle, or e-reader, you’ve no doubt seen the unlimited number of apps available. While many are games designed for entertainment, there are some great ones available with an educational focus. With so many to choose from, we thought we’d list a few that you might check out. These apps can be downloaded for free, but some only...
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More great healthy snack ideas for kids! Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on freshly popped popcorn. Fill a waffle cone with fruit and top with low-fat vanilla yogurt. Add whole grain cheese crackers to a cup of hot tomato or vegetable soup. Dip baby carrots, celery, cucumber slices, broccoli, cauliflower, or cherry tomatoes in low-fat ranch dressing. Dip baked tortilla chips in salsa or bean dip. Toast...
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When kids get home from school, they’re hungry! Help them refuel after a challenging day of studying with some healthy snacks, the kind you don’t mind saying “yes” to when they ask for more! Dip banana pieces in yogurt and roll in crushed cereal. Freeze. Fill celery sticks with peanut butter or cream cheese. Add raisins if you’d like. Slice an apple and dip in...
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Make every moment count with the Audible 12-inch Time Timer! This is a fantastic way to teach kids at all ages and ability levels about the concept of time. The graphic clock face gives the child a visual understand of time elapsing. As the bright red disk disappears, everyone can see how much time is left. When the red section disappears, time is up. This...
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The Five Star 7-Pocket Expanding File with Pop-Up Tabs is a super option for the kid who doesn’t like a binder. It’s a simple, portable file holder with colored tab inserts that make it easy to organize paper by class or subject. In addition,pull-up reminder tabs help you remember what’s filed where. The clearview cover allows students to customize the cover with their own style....
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