Children who are responsible are more likely to succeed in life. They will understand their obligations and take them seriously and they will be better citizens, better employees and better people, as a result. But how exactly do you teach your kids to be more responsible? By making it seem like a positive part of … Read more
If you’re preparing to become a father, it is important to be informed. You don’t want to go into it blindly. There are many things that you need to have prepared. Over the years, I’ve joked with my friends and family members that I was going to be the best dad ever. However, after I … Read more
Hello, again! I’m happy to be back with another guide to help you understand pretend play with toddlers, including why it’s important, how to play this way with your toddler, and what you can do to stop boredom or a longing to return to the screen – ie laptop, tablet, or phone. By the time … Read more
Why do my parents hate me? This is a question that many children ask themselves. As a parent, it’s important to know when your child is thinking about this question, even if they don’t ask it aloud. This is a big part of being a parent in the modern world. Asking yourself this question is … Read more
Staying in communication with your child’s school is important on many levels. First and foremost, it keeps you in the loop on what is happening with your child, and it also allows you to provide input and encouragement, which can be helpful. Secondly, it shows that you are a responsible parent with a keen interest … Read more
Do you have picky eaters at home? Some of us have kids who will eat nothing but hot dogs and fries. I’ve got some tips for taking picky eaters out to eat. Some kids will only eat bread and cheese. Some kids are so picky that they don’t want to eat a single thing. Sometimes, … Read more
Toddlers can be a handful. Their little minds are always active, and they love to learn and discover new things, but they don’t always know how to act properly or how to stay safe. As a parent, you need to set rules that are appropriate for their age and help them grow into responsible, happy … Read more
Modern parents need to come up with some of the best ideas that will allow them to improve their children’s futures, particularly in the area of education. Now, the advantage these days is that there is a lot that can be done to help with this, and you need to try to ensure you do … Read more
Child discipline methods are just as vital and important to raising a child as love. Children who are disciplined may learn more positive behavior than those who are not disciplined. Love is all the child needs, but discipline can help them develop in a positive way during their childhood. In this article, we’ll focus on … Read more
How to get your parents to say yes is searched by thousands of people every month. For my first article at Hoosier Chapter Books, I want to dive into this topic and explain how my children and I have come to an agreement on the subjects of text messaging, online safety, and a morning curfew. … Read more