Dads can be hard to be buy for, but nothing is better than getting a gift from your kids that they made themselves. Here are two simple ideas that kids can easily make in time for holidays. Not only that, but the first is energy efficient! A tie snake -With cold weather seeping in through every door and window, make a snake draft blocker using a colorful old tie filled with … [Read more...] about Inexpensive and Easy-to-Make Gifts for Dad
Archives for March 2009
Teaching Manners to Little Kids
I just called up to my four year old son, asking him if he wanted soup with his lunch. His response? “No, thank you, daddy.” Now I suppose if I lived in the South, I’d be disappointed he didn’t say “sir,” but here in laid back California, just the “thank you” was a big reward for about 800 days of correcting and cajoling. Kids learn from repetition and consistency. We never let … [Read more...] about Teaching Manners to Little Kids
A Well-Done Book Starring Your Child
Order your Blanket Full of Love book. We’ve seen a lot of these, but think this one is pretty good. The book “Once Upon a Time” stars your child, with illustrations keyed to his or her skin tone, hair color and hair type. The book also features an optional personalized poly-chenille blanket that is featured in the story and can also be customized by name, as well as color … [Read more...] about A Well-Done Book Starring Your Child
Excite Books – a Netflix for Books?
Well, sorta… Excite Books (ExciteBooks.com) is a subscription book service that sends books monthly to your child, along with a few extra toys and goodies to keep him or her interested. Packages start at $4.95 per month and books are selected based on grade level and sex of child.ExciteBooks is the brainchild of Austin George, a commercial pilot, who has always had a commitment … [Read more...] about Excite Books – a Netflix for Books?
The Self-Esteem Trap
“The Self-Esteem Trap: Raising Confident and Compassionate Kids in an Age of Self-Importance by Polly Young-Eisendrath is out and it will be a good read for parents frustrated by the “every child is a winner” mentality that has taken over our schools and playgrounds. I happen to believe in the philosophy behind constant praise for children. In my belief, they need to build … [Read more...] about The Self-Esteem Trap