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New York City Dads Group

Navigating Fatherhood Together

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Book Fairs Great for Kids, But Can Be Hard on Parents, Wallets

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As a huge fan of reading, so school book fairs get me hyped. I always looked forward to all the new books, talks and especially the giveaways. So when I was asked to volunteer for my sons’ book fair, there was no way I was saying no to it. While there, I learned a few things along the way (such as making sure you set a time limit for working there!) that I hope can help you as a volunteer and/or parent. Kids love book fairs

Getting my kids to read is sometimes like pulling teeth. They are great at it but getting them to actually sit down and read in this era … [Read more...]

Back To School Days Brings Parent Worries Beyond Readin’, ‘Riting, New Math

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This weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, and that means the season of returning back to school has begun. You’re probably knee-deep in it already, as New York City is kind of late to the game every year. It’s finally time to say goodbye to leisurely mornings in which I don’t have to scream at my son to put his shoes on and then sprint to the bus stop. Of course, as my son enters the second grade, I have much bigger concerns than getting out of the house on time. But first, let’s not pretend the kids going back to school doesn’t have its perks. For one thing, the kids are gone! … [Read more...]

Educated Children Learn to Manage Their Responses, Rather Than Beat the System

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“Dad, they shouldn’t give us so much homework to do during summer. It’s not fair and it’s not right.” I nod my head in agreement with my son, and tell him part of me agrees with him, but it doesn’t matter because this isn’t a debate. His homework is his responsibility. It’s part of the joy of going into 8th grade and getting ready for high school. High school. It doesn’t seem possible that my son is almost old enough to be in high school. It is hard to fathom how fast time has gone, but it’s growing easier to imagine a time when he will not be a little boy any more. Truth is that … [Read more...]