Everyone tells you to raise a reader. Read to them when they are babies, read them stories every night, model reading behavior. A great, or even good dad, will devote hours in slavish devotion to this idea. Well, here's one dad who will tell you what the evil publishing scientists and lobbyists won't: reading isn't fundamental; it's fundamentally mental. Teach your child to … [Read more...] about Why you should NOT raise a reader
Archives for March 2010
Five minutes with Dana Glazer
Dana Glazer has filmed a documentary, The Evolution of Dad. He talks about his experiences. What is the one thing you think parents should know about your work? I think they should know that, while it’s certainly focused on fatherhood, it does so with great respect to all different types of dads and to moms as well. What are your feelings about the role of the … [Read more...] about Five minutes with Dana Glazer
Tips to stop pouring money down the drain
Have you ever wondered why your towels don't smell fresh right after being washed or why your drinking glasses seem to have a film on them even after going through a cycle in the dishwasher? Some appliance experts say it's not the machines that are the problem - it's their users, who are literally pouring money down the drain by using way too much detergent."Nobody thinks … [Read more...] about Tips to stop pouring money down the drain
Tips to help your kids eat a healthy breakfast every day
Studies have found that nearly half of American families skip breakfast on a regular basis. But while the morning rush can make sitting down for a bite to eat difficult, eating breakfast is important for both parents and kids."Research shows that a nutritious breakfast at home or school boosts children's ability to learn, fosters better classroom behavior, and reduces … [Read more...] about Tips to help your kids eat a healthy breakfast every day
Parenting advice for bringing your children to work
The story of the New York air traffic controller who was suspended and faces the possibility of losing his job after bringing his kids to work and allowing them to direct planes at the busy JFK Airport may have many parents thinking about whether or not it's appropriate to bring their children to work.Experts say parents should consider their work environment before bringing … [Read more...] about Parenting advice for bringing your children to work