Many fathers and mothers have at least a few DVDs for their toddler or preschooler to watch when they need some down time or when their kids simply want to relax for a few minutes. However, a recent study of nearly 60 DVDs designed for kids under the age of 3 found that most don't offer any meaningful, understandable educational value for young children. But there are some … [Read more...] about Parenting tips for buying educational DVDs for preschoolers
Movie Review: Avatar
Rating: PG-13 Genre: Science Fiction Release Date: December 18, 2009 Running Time: 161 minutes Child-friendly?Avatar is a sci-fi epic about a paraplegic marine who takes part in a military-backed experiment on a distant planet. The film is heavy on action sequences and there are some violent scenes, which are even more vivid when viewed in 3-D. It will most likely appeal to … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Avatar
Parenting advice to keep kids busy without spending a lot of money over school vacation
For kids and fathers everywhere, school holiday vacation can be one of the greatest weeks of the year. Besides the holidays, gifts, and time spent with family, there's no school or activities to take up all of your kids' time. But providing your children with days of family fun can be expensive. There are ways fathers can keep their vacationing kids busy without breaking the … [Read more...] about Parenting advice to keep kids busy without spending a lot of money over school vacation
Parenting advice for teaching kids the about holiday spirit
It's easy for anyone to lose sight of what the holiday season is really about with all the parties, presents, special treats and stress we have this time of year. Teaching kids about the true meaning of the holidays is especially hard, but there are some things fathers can do with their children to help them realize that it's better to give than to receive.Encourage your kids … [Read more...] about Parenting advice for teaching kids the about holiday spirit
Dad dancing: I’m too sexy for my loafers
Sometimes an interested glance from a young lady is enough to put a little swagger in your step. So maybe you haven't been getting those looks that often since you traded in the letterman jacket for a tweed coat and the muscle car for a minivan. No problem. Maybe you feel less sexy since nose hair grooming became part of the morning routine and awed onlookers began watching … [Read more...] about Dad dancing: I’m too sexy for my loafers