An increasing body of research is drawing strong links between parental involvement at school and children's success.Now, two Wisconsin lawmakers are aiming to make it easier for mothers and fathers to exercise their parenting skills. Representative Spencer Black and Senator Tim Carpenter introduced a bill that would allow parents to substitute up to 16 hours of vacation or … [Read more...] about Wisconsin bill suggests paid leave for school activities
Archives for February 2009
Daddy’s Home – Share the Feeling
Read more funny dad cartoons. Daddy's Home is a humorous commentary on today's family life, with an emphasis on the role of the modern father, through the eyes of a stay-at-home-dad. With a growing circulation of more than 4 million, it is published in leading newspapers around the world including The Washington Post and The Orange County Register. Daddy's … [Read more...] about Daddy’s Home – Share the Feeling
Movie Review: The Pink Panther 2
Rating: PGGenre: ComedyRelease Date: February 9, 2008Running Time: 92 minutesChild-friendly? There is mild sexual content in the form of flirtation, jokes about women and their bodies, and innuendos about attraction. There are few swear words, but a number of insults. Most of the violence is cartoonish and involves pratfalls. Some parents may not be comfortable with the … [Read more...] about Movie Review: The Pink Panther 2
What to Include in a Babysitter’s Checklist?
A babysitter checklist is a list of instructions for the babysitter to follow to ensure a safe time with your child. It is a simple way for you to feel more at ease when you leave your children alone with a caregiver. Providing a babysitter checklist which includes emergency medical information is crucial in the rare case of an emergency. And, it can help with your peace … [Read more...] about What to Include in a Babysitter’s Checklist?
Learning All About Babysitter Jobs
Most parents depend on the services of a babysitter to fill in for them from time to time. Finding the right temporary helper might seem to be a daunting task but it is essential to get the right babysitter. After finding a competent and trustworthy person, always look for the following traits in a person for a babysitter’s job:Characteristics of a Babysitter: Duty and … [Read more...] about Learning All About Babysitter Jobs