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10 Summer Chores You Can Reward with Screen Time

“Goodbye school, hello summer!” – Unknown It’s that time of year again! For kids, it’ time for a rest from teachers and homework. (And for teachers, a well-earned break from pupils!) But while school can wait until Autumn, the chores won’t. In fact, the summer is the perfect opportunity to motivate your kids to do chores…by … Continued

Essential Guide to Screen Time Solutions for Tech-Shy Parents

“It’s not that we use technology, we live technology.” – Godfrey Reggio If you’re serious about tackling your kid’s screen time, then a screen time solution will save your sanity. Why? Firstly, knowing how to best handle tech is newly charted territory for many families. Many caring parents struggle to limit screen time and teach their kids … Continued

The Mary Poppins Approach to Getting Chores Done

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

Motivating Kids to Do Chores

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