I’m a parent, therefore I am: thoughts on the value of caregiving

I’m a parent, therefore I am: thoughts on the value of caregiving

 Articles Woman thinker. Stanley Zimner/Flickr  Cartesian-inspired reflections after 16 years as a stay-at-home mom. I’ve had a rather major life change recently. My youngest child has started school. Thus, for the first time in 16-and-a-half years, I do not...
A tribute to A.A. Milne

A tribute to A.A. Milne

 Articles Pooh at 90 still enthralls! Of the many books that were read and re-read to me in early childhood before I could read, my favourites were A.A. Milne’s Winnie the Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner. Especially appealing were the difficulties facing...
Character Building: A Guide for Parents and Teachers

Character Building: A Guide for Parents and Teachers

 Books Character Building: A Guide for Parents and Teachers An experienced parent and teacher gives practical direction on how to teach children of all ages the human virtues: generosity, fortitude, optimism, perseverance, orderliness, responsibility, respect for...
Upbringing: A Discussion Handbook for Parents of Young Children

Upbringing: A Discussion Handbook for Parents of Young Children

Books Upbringing: A Discussion Handbook for Parents of Young Children Jim Stenson says that there’s no magic formula that will turn you into a good parent, but that you can learn from other parents – and avoid many pitfalls by planning ahead for parental challenges...
Preparing for Adolescence – A Planning Guide for Parents

Preparing for Adolescence – A Planning Guide for Parents

Books Preparing for Adolescence – A Planning Guide for Parents Why don’t you trust me? Why do you tell me what I can’t wear? Why do you always correct my manners? If you’re hearing those kinds of questions from your children — or if you know that you’re going to — you...
Preparing for Peer Pressure – A Guide for Parents of Young Children

Preparing for Peer Pressure – A Guide for Parents of Young Children

Books Preparing for Peer Pressure – A Guide for Parents of Young Children Educator James Stenson provides a solid framework for instilling sound values in your children well before they reach age twelve. He shows you how to avoid common mistakes parents make that...