The father-son relationship can be complex. Fathers and sons with widely different interests can find it hard to relate to one another. Sometimes dads and sons feel competitive against one another. Sometimes their male tendencies to not communicate feelings are compounded as both want a better relationship but neither one quite knows how to go about it. As I have watched my … [Read more...] about Ten Ways to Strengthen Father and Son Relationships
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Movie Review – ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’
Movie Review: "X-Men: Days of Future Past" Rated: PG-13 Running time: 2 hours, 10 minutes Release date: May 23, 2014Child friendly? "X-Men: Days of Future Past" is the latest installment in both the "X-Men" franchise, which has spawned its only series of spin-off flicks, and the trend of superhero movies as a whole. … [Read more...] about Movie Review – ‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’
5 things to say to get kids talking after school
It's no secret that most kids aren't big fans of school, and after a long day in the classroom, the last thing they want to do is talk about it. However, as a father, it's important to connect with your kids, and asking about their experiences at school is a great way to get to know what they like and dislike, their struggles and success, and who they're growing … [Read more...] about 5 things to say to get kids talking after school
3 ways to break your kid’s screen addiction
Many children today have grown up with technology to such an extent that they can't imagine an existence without computers and touchscreens . As a father, it's your responsibility to teach your kid that there is more to life than just staring at a screen, even if you have to take some unconventional ways to get there. Check out these three tips to get your kid's attention away … [Read more...] about 3 ways to break your kid’s screen addiction
10 reasons you should enroll your kid in music class today
As a father, you can't overlook your kids' mental development. While teaching them lessons and showing them how to interact with others is a good start, there are other ways fathers can help their kids grow as well. One of the most overlooked forms of child development is exposure and participation in music.Learning how to play an instrument is one of the best ways … [Read more...] about 10 reasons you should enroll your kid in music class today