Parenting blog: advice, tips & resources.
Written by admin on April 17, 2008.
BEYOND NATURE-DEFICIT DISORDER
It’s Time to Turn Consciousness into Action
By Richard Louv
Author of Last Child in The Woods
Got dirt? “In South Carolina, a truckload of dirt is the same price as a video game!” reports Norman McGee, a father in that state who bought a small pickup-load of dirt for his daughter and friends. [More]
Written by admin on February 18, 2008.
A Relentless Hope: Surviving the Storm of Teen Depression
Author: Gary Nelson
Cover Design: James Tedrick
Paperback: 137 pages
Publisher: Cascade Books (May 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 155635309X
ISBN-13: 978-1556353093
Dr. Gary Nelson, a pastor and pastoral counselor, has counseled many youths and their families whom are battling depression and other related illnesses. Dr. Nelson has a great understanding of this horrible illness and a true passion to help those in need. Over the years he has developed a great understanding of the effects of depression on teens and the need for their parents and family to understand what is happening to their son or daughter. His understanding of depression among teens not only comes from his professional work as a counselor but as a father who found himself in a personal battle to free his son from the grips of depression. [More]
Written by admin on February 3, 2008.
Excerpt
The following is an excerpt from the book Teach Like Your Hair’s on Fire
by Rafe Esquith
Published by Penguin Books;
January 2008;$14.00US/$16.50CAN; 978-0-14-311286-0
Reprinted by arrangement with Penguin, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc., from Teach Like Your Hair’s on Fire
Copyright © Rafe Esquith, 2007
Replace Fear with Trust
On the first day of school, within the first two minutes, I discuss this issue with the children. While most classrooms are based on fear, our classroom is based on trust. The children hear the words and like them, but they are only words. It is deeds that will help the children see that I not only talk the talk but walk the walk. [More]
Written by admin on August 9, 2007.
Children & Dogs
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.
Children and dogs are a natural, but because of a child’s small size and unpredictable behavior there are several things every pet owner or parent should know about children and dogs. This article will help parents decide which dog is best for small children, as well as how to introduce a new dog to a family with children. The article will also discuss special health risks and common behavior problems, which can occur between dogs and children. [More]
Written by admin on August 8, 2007.
Children & Cats
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.
Cats can be a wonderful addition to households with children. I have seen cats become the most loved and cherished friend of many children. If you have children and are trying to decide whether or not to add a cat to your family, or if you already have a cat and are bringing a new child into the a family, then this article may be of help. There are several important considerations concerning choosing the right cat at the right time. The article will also explore why cats are sometimes better pets than dogs for small children as well as health concerns for children and cats living in the same household. [More]
