Pam Myers, BSEd
The Summer Camp Guide for Parents
Summer camp can be an excellent opportunity for children and teens to grow and develop. While at camp they learn to be more independent and …
Want to Get Fit With Your Family? Here’s How You Can Make it Happen
It’s no secret that healthy living is important, but getting in shape when you have kids can be tough. Maybe you stopped exercising when you …
Back to School: How to Get a Good Routine Going
Before you know it, the school bells are ringing, and it’s time for the kids to head back to school. Do you have your …
5 Books to Help with Potty Training
Three pivotal events mark the development of a toddler: the first word, the first step, and potty training. Generally, a child doesn’t need too much …
Zip Line Rules!
What is it about a zip line that makes people laugh as soon as they launch themselves on a fast and furious ride on what …
How to Calm a Crying Baby
The earsplitting screams of a baby can irritate the sweetest soul. It can also aggravate postpartum depression and compromise the health of the mother. Since …
Patriotic Craft Ideas for Kids
There are all kinds of ways to celebrate Independence Day. An excellent way to spend quality time bonding with your kids is to make decorations …
Using Summer Camp to Prepare Your Elementary Student for Middle School
Summer vacation is a concept that gets significant attention in the United States. People argue whether it’s long enough or …
How and Why to Teach Your Kids to Help with Household Chores
Other animals don’t have to do household chores, but in nature, purposeful play is typical. When a kitten pounces on a ball of wool, it’s …
How to Avoid Losing Your Child in a Public Place
For a parent, there are few worse experiences than losing sight of a young child in a public place, such as a mall or a …
How to Get Your Child Interested in Astronomy
Children have their own innate interests and parents should always encourage them. But subjects like astronomy needs an introduction, as its presence in our day …
4 Tips for Discussing Current Events with Children
Often the things children see and hear on the news or on websites that cover the news may be confusing and alarming. Even if you …
Why Writing Thank You Notes Teaches Kids Good Manners
You may or may not advocate handwritten thank-you notes in your home; no doubt, you have your reasons either way. Some folks believe the practice …
10 Classic Rainy Day Activities for Teens
In the age of video games, cell phones, and computers, it isn’t hard for teenagers to find something to do on a rainy day. But …
Raising Your Kids with Respect: How to Teach Your Child to Care for the World Around Them
One of the biggest challenges modern parents face is instilling respect in their children. This isn’t an issue in which you can just tell your child, …