December can be a tricky time. While we all want children who understand concepts of unselfishness and service, Christmastime too often ends up with a lot of emphasis on “What do YOU want for Christmas?”
First Friday Q & A — September!
First Friday Q & A for September…Where did summer go?
(You can also find the video here.)
Frustrated, Biting Toddler (0:10)
The Need for Social Problem Solving Skills
I’m reading a fascinating book called Crucial Conversations, by Kerry Petterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler. It’s been sitting on my proverbial nightstand for at least a year now, and after hearing it recommended again from about a fourth source – from education administrators to business execs to parents – I decided I’d better start reading.
Guest Post: Teaching the Art of Sharing
I’m so happy to be writing as a guest at Simple Kids again today! Slide on over and check it out! I’m also happy to be *this close* to finishing up with my ebook on Parenting with Positive Guidance. Make sure you’re subscribed to this blog so you won’t miss out on early purchasing discounts!
Curbing Computer Time: Using Choices Within Boundaries
It started quite simply really. Showing my son a few educational videos I found online. Then some educational games. Now my oldest son has become rather adept at using the computer to find his favorite games and sites, and would gladly play all day long if he were allowed. I’m sure there are some benefits to his new-found love: he learns some educational concepts and has some technology proficiency I suppose. He may even have more computer know-how than his grandmother. But I just don’t like letting him have too much computer time. (Ironic I know, given the fact that I probably spend more time on the computer than anyone else in the house.)
When It Comes to Challenging Child Behaviors, Do You Take the Time to CARE?
Thank you so much for your comments on challenging child behaviors. I’m currently working on an eBook based on Positive Guidance, and hope to incorporate your input. Here is one aspect that will be addressed in the book.
Difficult Behaviors — I Want Your Input!
I’m excitedly working on a new project aimed at helping teachers and parents positively and effectively address difficult child behaviors and build social skills for the long haul. I really want to get your perspective on the topic so that I can be sure that what I write is pertinent to you! Please take just a moment to answer the questions below and/or comment at the end. Thanks so much for contributing to a project that has really meant a lot to me! I hope to have this project completed and ready to share with you within the next two months!
Kids Not Listening? Four Things You Can Do Right Now To Get Them To Tune In
In my professional life, I’ve consulted and advised a variety of people — parents, teachers, care-givers. Now and then I even consult myself. My “mother self” becomes frustrated with something, and soon, the “consultant” part of my brain steps in to remind my “mother self” of what I already know. Such has been the case this week. I have found myself, time and time again, wondering why I’m not getting the response I want from my boys. Too often, I feel like they’re just not listening to me. And then the consultant in me steps onto the stage in my mind and let’s me know why.
Putting a Stop to the Potty Talk
I have three boys. Two are between the ages of four and six — prime specimen for the potty-talking stage. The other is still just babbling but has already been coached by his older and wiser brothers as to the comedic value of words like “toot” and “poop”. [Read more…]
No More Tears…an Unfair Request
Kids lose it. They cry. And that can be a stressful thing. Especially when you were already on your last nerve sometime yesterday. But there’s something I hear parents say that makes me cringe a little. It comes in many forms: “No tears,” “Big boys don’t cry,” or the many other variations of “Stop crying now.” It’s understandable to a degree. The crying is stressful. But there are a few things we have to realize.
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