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The posts for November have been all about gratitude. Now, gratitude isn’t a new concept. But, we can all agree it’s important to be grateful and teach our kids to be grateful. For today’s adventure let’s discuss why practicing gratitude consistently is significant in our lives. The Problem – Consistency Consistency. That’s a word that …
Today’s Adventure is a gratitude activity for kids. This activity will help your kids identify what they have to be grateful for. If you’re looking for a simple Thanksgiving activity to help your kids practice gratitude, I’ve got you covered. The Skill – Gratitude One year we fell on hard times and lived with my …
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The Skill – Gratitude “Please! Please!” “I’m asking nicely.” “But it’s my FAVORITE!” “You NEVER buy me anything.” If any of these phrases sound familiar you’re not alone. It’s easy for kids to get greedy and throw a fit to get whatever they want. There’s a story I read to my kids when they were …
The Hassle – School Lunch School lunch is a headache. You plan, shop, and prepare a wonderful homemade lunch and then your kid refuses to eat it. This feels like a no win situation and you’re ready to quit. Don’t quit! We are here to help! In fact, we are working to Overcome the Overwhelm …
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The Reason – Meet New Friends After moving to a new area our family didn’t know anyone. Initially it was pretty easy to say hello and meet new people. Within a couple months the newness wore off and I found myself reaching out to new people less and less. Within a year it was way …
The Problem – Losing Your Cool and Having a Meltdown Imagine a toddler melt down. The kids is at the end of their rope and they lose control. They start screaming, kicking, crying or acting out as a way to show they are DONE. Basically, they have had enough and something needs to change. Toddlers …
Enjoy Quality Time Together with these Family Volunteering Opportunities Sometimes you feel like you’re in a rut and need to change your routine. A family service project is a great way to get your kids away from the screens. Volunteering together as a family is also a great way to connect and spend meaningful …
How to Raise a Responsible Kid In a previous article, we talked about 5 Steps to Teach Your Kid How to Be Responsible For Their Homework. If your kids are super responsible and never forget anything, then this article isn’t for you. If you are like the rest of us and want your kids to learn …
The Hassle – School Lunch If the thought of preparing school lunch gives you nightmares, you are not alone. School lunch is a huge struggle, but never fear, we are working to create a school lunch system that works. Sure, there are tons of ideas online and the pictures sure make the meals look kid …
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