Kids say the most hilarious, embarrassing, and profound things. Today’s post is dedicated to every adult in need of a laugh break. …
WHEN YOU HATE TO SEE YOUR KIDS GROWING UP Part of being a parent is working yourself out of a job. And since…
First rule of keeping your children safe: don’t base your rules on scary news reports! That will just generate unreasonableness on your part…
Time “off” equals chaos to many people, especially during the winter holidays and especially when you have primary-school-age kids out of school and…
COLLABORATION: THE HOUSEHOLD AS A TEAM Since the mid-twentieth century, society has recognized that kids have plenty to contribute besides dutiful obedience,…
7 RULES FOR THE VIRTUAL TEACHER Whether you’re a young teacher or a mature, experienced one, chances are the recent surge in virtual…
While everyone needs the security of boundaries, everyone also needs challenge and opportunities to grow. Children in particular often struggle to find…
SHADY OAK BEST PRACTICES: TAB ART STUDIO Every month we publish two articles on “Shady Oak Best Practices,” our favorite approaches to education…
WHEN YOUR CHILD HAS A “PROBLEM TEACHER” What do you do if your child complains that a teacher: While your first impulse may…
Do you resolve every January, “This year I’m going to feed my kids right,” only to see everyone back on a fast-food diet…
7 GREAT PROJECTS FOR THE HOMESCHOOLING PARENT Are you starting to homeschool and suffering new-venture jitters? These are the same kids who whine,…
STAYING ACTIVE IN BAD WEATHER FOR FAMILIES Common parent-child exchange from old comic books: Parent to overly energetic, constantly underfoot child: “Why don’t…
