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Children are a Gift From God.

Communicating with Your Kids
Humanity often seems lacking in thoughtful consideration and generosity. We can change that by strengthening these characteristics in our own homes for today and for the future.

Emotional Intelligence
Why our kids so desperately need it

From Girls to Women and Boys to Men
Remember going through puberty? Pretty grim, right? It´s not much different today, although it does happen sooner in most cases. Here are a few tips to help moms make this a more positive experience for their children.

Helping Kids Overcome Their Fears and Phobias
By Patti Teel. Dubbed “The Dream Maker” by People magazine, Patti Teel is a former teacher and the author of The Floppy Sleep Game Book, which gives parents techniques to help their children relax, deal with stress, or fall asleep

Lego is Still a Best Bet
Lego is about a lot more than blocks these days. “Builders of Tomorrow," is Lego’s creative initiative aimed at parents. Reminding us to take an hour every week for creative time with our children.

Listening
The silent act that says so much.

Necessary Homework
Homework helps your child to progress academically

Preparing for the First Year of School
While getting the right shoes and interesting markers may help a child’s confidence, there are still important points to consider.

Revering the Crayon Marks
By Susie Cortright, founder of Momscape.com and Susies-Coupons.com

Staying Healthy at School
Dodging the cold or flu virus takes some planning

Summer Reading wRiting and aRithmetic
One important activity during the summer months is to keep kids reading

Teaching Kids So They Can Learn
Research shows that the way we learn and the way we are taught are often not a complimenting circle.

The Importance of Reconnecting
In spite of busy lives, we must take the time to maintain a strong connection with our kids

When Kids Have Trouble Learning
What is the answer when your child has trouble keeping up at school?