Tag: life skills
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Is Your 6-Year-Old Prepared for First Grade?
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, my mother has a vivid memory of her experiences in first grade in Montreal. At just six years old, she would make the solo trek to school each day. On occasions when she found herself running late, she devised a clever plan: she would take a shortcut through St.…
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Parents, Teaching Chores Is Essential for Your Kids’ Development
Get Pregnant Fast It has come to my attention that there’s a concerning trend among young adults today—many of them, regardless of gender, lack basic household skills. Picture this: a 22-year-old who has never tackled their own laundry, cleaned a refrigerator, or even knows how often to change their sheets. This is a real issue,…
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Why I’m Tough on My Kids: It’s About Raising Responsible Adults
Get Pregnant Fast Being labeled a strict mom doesn’t bother me; in fact, I embrace it wholeheartedly. My kids often refer to me as “mean,” and I wear that title with pride. After years of self-discovery, countless late-night debates, and more than a few tears (mostly mine), I’ve reached a point where I’m comfortable with…
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5 Unique Summer Camps We Wish Existed
Get Pregnant Fast As summer approaches, the quest for the perfect camp begins. While we’ve already settled on a great camp for my son, the paperwork has me feeling a little frazzled. My daughter, who’s just 7, has expressed interest too, but given her tendency to be upset when we go out without her, we’re…
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Why Have Summer Jobs for Teens Become a Thing of the Past?
Get Pregnant Fast Times have certainly evolved. Nowadays, many families prioritize educational or service experiences—like volunteering for organizations such as Habitat for Humanity—over traditional summer jobs that help teens develop essential skills. According to writer Jake Thompson in a recent piece for the local news outlet, this shift means that teens are missing out on…
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Is Boarding School the Right Choice for Your Child?
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to education, the decision of whether to send your child to boarding school can be a challenging one. As someone who grew up in rural West Virginia, I often felt that attending a boarding school was my best opportunity to access the level of education that kids from more…
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How Pets Shape Families
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve had to say goodbye to both of our dogs in recent years, and it was an incredibly tough farewell. They were not just pets; they were cherished members of our family. For nearly 13 years, they were an integral part of my life, my husband’s life, and our kids’ lives as…
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Essential Life Skills Every Parent Should Teach Their Child
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we dedicate a significant portion of our lives to equipping our children for the complexities of the world around them. We’ve instilled the basics of politeness—teaching them when to say “please” and “thank you,” as well as a few, let’s say, less conventional responses. From good hygiene practices, like washing…
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School’s Gendered Approach to Life Skills Education Sparks Controversy
Get Pregnant Fast In an era where equality is paramount, a recent incident at a Texas elementary school has raised eyebrows and ignited discussions about gender bias in education. A local elementary school in Frisco decided to separate fourth and fifth graders by gender for guidance counselor-led lessons, leading to a stark contrast in the…