Tackling Academic Challenges: Tip #5-Reward Their Efforts

Here’s the last tip in our series.
 
Just to review:
 
Tip 1.  Identify the problem
 
Tip 2.  Help them decide on an action plan
 
Tip 3.  Be their compass
 
Tip 4.  Come up for air
 
Tip 5.  Reward their efforts   
 
Our role is a constant and committed one. We want the very best for our children. We know how tough the [...]

Three Words They Hate to Hear

     “How was school?” Now I’m not sure when that happens exactly.  But one year along the way in their educational journey–we ask it and they hate it!  So what’s a mom to do?  I want to find out how their school day went.  So I think to come at it from another angle.  “What did you learn [...]

Talking with our kids about what the future holds

     In a few days, our nation will write a new chapter into its history as we witness our first African-American president sworn into office.  It’s an exciting time, even as we face economic uncertainty and radical change.
 
     This is the perfect opportunity to engage our kids in a dialogue about this pivotal time.  Our teenagers will be [...]