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Virtual School: ‘Almost School’ or Online Lesson for the Future
Online learning is here to stay. So the prospect of your child in “virtual school” should excite, not scare, us parents. I’m virtually certain of it.
Not Collapsing into Other’s Emotions Shows, Builds Courage in Kids
In the face of anger or other challenging emotions, our calmness becomes their calmness. Our exploration, theirs. Our patience, theirs.
Endings in Parenting Story Often More Bittersweet, Sad than Happy
I never thought about beginnings and endings as a boy. They often seemed simultaneous. But now my twin sons are heading for high school next year.
At-Home Parent Promise Kept, Struggle to Let Them Go Begins
When I became an at-home parent, it felt like I had $1 million in the bank. So I spent it freely. With my last child starting school, the account is empty.
Balanced Worldview in Children Helps Them Cope, Understand
Much is wrong in the world, but we shouldn’t overlook the progress made on issues. A balanced worldview gives children context to make good judgments.
Listening with Curiosity Builds Relationships for Parents, Kids
You can increase your children’s relationship capacities and keep communication flourishing by employing and teaching listening skills.