How Music Therapy Helps Prepare Autistic Children for the World at Large
Dr. Temple Grandin has spent her entire life dealing with autism in one form or another. Diagnosed at age 2, now that she is an adult she is an activist for those with the disorder. She understands firsthand what children with autism need, and what they do not need....
Can You Be in Times Square this Saturday? Join International Good Deeds Day
If you're looking for free, family-friendly fun, come to Times Square (home of Good Morning America) on Saturday, March 9, 2013 to kick off Good Deeds Day – an event that will inspire the whole family to discover the joy of doing a good deed. Join us and be part of...
3 Ways to Teach Children about other Cultures through Art
It's important for children to learn how to appreciate other cultures when they're young, so they grow up without prejudices and accept others from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Because most children are drawn to art and colorful imagery, sometimes the best way...
Building A Better Student: The Idea Tree
The question has become an inside joke amongst writers who visit schools and speak to students about the craft. Every writer has been asked hundreds of times, to the point where we’ve each now perfected an answer. Where do you get your ideas? It’s a question with an...
Does Texting Hurt Kids’ Grammar Skills
I have to say, I don't think we'll truly know the answer to whether texting is harmful to grammar for a while yet. I'd say there is good reason to be concerned, but also reason for hope. JMHO. 🙂 Thanks to the good folks at onlinecollege.org for the infographic....
It’s Monday! Link up Your Give Aways
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Help Your Parents Transition to Assisted Living
Moving into an assisted living facility can be a difficult transition for your parents. It's important to keep in mind that the move will be an emotional one for your parents, and you've got to be there to offer your support. Here are five ways that you can make the...
Infographic: Ultimate Childproofing Guide
Special thanks to the good folks at HomeInsurance.org for this infographic. Earnest Parenting: help for parents who want a safe home for baby.
Make Camping Work With Multiple Children
I started taking my daughter camping when she was about three years old. I had actually never been camping before but finding myself as a single parent and low on funds convinced me that it was something I should give a try. I talked to my own mother about going along...
EmergencyLink Announces New Facebook App, Give Away
I told you about EmergencyLink in a post last year, and I learned from them a couple of weeks ago that they have added a new Facebook app. It's even easier than ever to manage medical details in an emergency! To recap, EmergencyLink is a service that will call...