I am asked repeatedly if I miss homeschooling my children. My answer is consistently a resounding, “no.” The only part of homeschooling I miss is the flexibility it afforded. We were able to travel the world and homeschool on the road. When we read a book, we could visit the city where the book took place. Since the coronavirus has pushed me back into the homeschool teacher seat, I thought I should share how I’m planning to go about my day and what tools I am using. The schedule is critical. Starting off the day the same as usual helps get kids back into the mindset of learning. After … [Read more...]
Cooking Hacks for Dads to Make Healthier, Happier Mealtimes
It’s now more manly than ever to create in the kitchen. And that’s exactly how you should approach this. Embrace the world of cooking as creation. You don’t have to be a Jedi Master to have an appreciation for cooking up culinary excellence every single day. But you should at least have a baseline knowledge of how things work and how to make up dishes to serve a variety of diners: whether you’re eating alone, enjoying a romantic meal with your partner or creating a feast for the whole family. Before getting into the cooking hacks, let’s chat about the reasons why you should take up … [Read more...]
Be a Good ‘School Parent’ with These Helpful Tips
I wasn’t sure what to expect or do when I first became a parent of a school-age child. Now I’ve been "school parent" for some time, I think I have a handle on it. Here are some suggestions for parents who have recently started their own journey. As soon as the kids come home from school, check their backpacks. Many times, kids don’t even think they have homework when they do. They’re not trying to get out of it, although some do try, they simply do not realize they have to turn something in the next day. Fill out and sign papers right away. Don’t be that school parents who fools … [Read more...]
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