The Knowing

The Knowing

Parents know…life can sometimes be hectic with kids.  But something as simple as establishing routine can help life run a little more smoothly and efficiently.  When kids know what to expect, they feel more relaxed and in control.  And because of their predictability, dinnertime-, homework-, and bedtime-routines can actually give kids a sense of mastery in handling their own lives. A tangible way to involve kids in routine is to post a large family calendar in a prominent location.  With…

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From the Files – Preparing Teachers to Teach

From the Files – Preparing Teachers to Teach

Here’s something from the files.  While researching for a project I’m working on, I discovered this paper I had written back in 2001.  It may be a little off the kids and money path, but I’m a teacher first and foremost and the words reflect the importance of knowing how to teach kids, no matter what is being taught.  (BTW, if you read this and are interested in the two programs I talk about but don’t mention (!), let me…

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The $400 Temptation

The $400 Temptation

I gave my kids a test this morning.  They passed but only after asking a few questions.  And since they were the right questions, I allowed it. I received a special invitation in the mail yesterday from American Express.  Often, these special invites go directly to the shredding box.  But the marketing department at AmEx discovered how to get someone like me to open the extra large envelope. The front of the envelope offered me a $400 gift card to…

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Life Lessons Worth a Few Missed Details

Life Lessons Worth a Few Missed Details

It’s Homecoming Week.  I know, because for the last week, I’ve had a house full of seniors working on float building, routines, and skits.  It’s been crazy but a lot of fun.  I’ve enjoyed getting to know a lot more of the senior class.  It’s a nice group of kids. Tonight they will get to show off the U.S.S. Seniors during the homecoming game half time show.  It’s the boat float they built and comes complete with a beach which…

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