October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. The Internet plays an integral part in a kid’s life at home, in schools, libraries and wherever they spend their free time. Though computers and mobile devices that connect to the Internet can be beneficial for learning, enhance social relations and keep young users connected to their loved ones,…
Teaching patience to kids is about more than making road trips go more smoothly; it’s also one of the most important skills your kid can learn while he or she is young. Patience is one of the first steps to learning delayed gratification, which contributes not only to career success, but also health, relationships, and…
Discover the most important life skills your kid should know and ways to incorporate them into your daily routine. Life skills are valuable lessons kids will use throughout their lifetime. But most kids don’t learn how to handle real-world situations until they are in high school. Don’t wait until your kids are teens to teach…
Have you ever spent more hours than you should putting off something you hate doing? We all have! The truth is, lack of motivation is an issue that affects everyone, but it can be particularly difficult to deal with in kids. The problem is, the absence of motivation in kids gets worse with time and…
“I’m bored.” “There is nothing to do around here.” “I’m tired of being inside all the time.” Sounds familiar? These, among other statements, are phrases spoken more and more by our children amidst a worsening pandemic, school and entertainment house closures. But boredom does not have to be a bad thing and can even be…
Being your own boss is the ultimate career goal for many young kids. However, there are inevitably going to be a few obstacles that will get in the way – the most obvious being a lack of funds and experience. But don’t let that put them off! While a quick internet search of ‘how to…
Instead of kids taking a holiday job, why not encourage them to work for themselves and be entrepreneurs? If they start their own business, they can earn some extra cash and be their own boss. When kids start their business or step into the world of entrepreneurship, they will learn lessons that can last a…