Very few people love doing chores, but they need doing. As my children grow older, I’ve started asking them to help out a bit more. I’m not talking workhouse levels, but just clearing up some of their own mess and more recently helping a little with a few other bits and pieces too. Although initial … Continued
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” ― Dr Seuss Reading. One of life’s great pleasures. But don’t take my word for it. Action for Children asked kids from around the world why they love reading and this is what they said: … Continued
If you have kids, you’ll know how hard it can be to get them to lend a hand around the home. And amidst the craziness of modern family life, their reluctance to ‘pull their weight’ can really start to grind the gears of even the most patient parent. But you’re not alone. In fact, a study … Continued
“Our life is what our thoughts make it” – Marcus Aurelius Our thoughts, or rather, the way we think, have a remarkable impact on our everyday lives and wellbeing. Don’t believe me? Who do you think would be most successful? The person who believes they can achieve anything, become whomever they want, and follows up with … Continued
It’s natural for your child to feel and act a little restless. Kids have bundles of energy and smaller attention spans compared to us adults. And younger children especially have an innate curiosity with the world around them and how it all works. But the pace of modern life could be making it even more difficult … Continued
As a mother and a teacher, I know that I have my hands full. My children are always watching me and I know that I am their role model which is why I tread lightly. I know what they see me doing has an impact on them. This is why many times, when I’m with … Continued
I’m not Victorian-style strict with my children but they definitely know what’s acceptable behaviour and what isn’t. Obviously knowing it and acting on it are two different things! However, here I’m not talking about flouting on the really major stuff, more the petty day-to-day transgressions and bad habits, which are tiring and induce the dreaded … Continued
You know the drill: You say it’s time for chores, and you’re met with a chorus of groans, whines, and cries of “but mooooom!” It’s enough to make parents crazy. You might be tempted to give up the struggle altogether and just do all the housework yourself! Don’t. It’s difficult to convince kids that housework is fun, … Continued
Routine. It’s a dull sounding word isn’t it? I beg to differ. In fact I would argue routine frees us up to have a more remarkable lives. Take Mark Zuckerberg. Same grey t-shirt and blue jeans, day-in, day-out, and looks where it’s got him! But whilst his success with Facebook has a [bit] more to … Continued
Why reward your kids? Rewards help motivate and inspire. They provide positive reinforcement for good behaviour while helping encourage your child to complete a difficult task. Rewards are recognition for a job well done. And while descriptive praise and attention are the most effective form of reward a parent can offer a child, tangible rewards such as an activity … Continued