teaching kids to think

14 Steps to becoming a less distracted parent

January 18, 2019

Everything about our lives today distracts us from what’s really important – connecting with our inner core so we can better connect with others, especially […]

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Summertime grilled vegetables

June 19, 2018

Vegetables are delicious, a great source of vitamins and nutrients, and low in fat and salt. Half your plate should be filled with vegetables and […]

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8 Lessons learned from participating in youth sports

February 8, 2018

We each have our own reasons for participating in a sport or supporting our children in their endeavors. Many athletes are revered because we all […]

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20 Things teachers don’t need to know about your kids

August 22, 2017

As moms are busy getting their kids ready for the school year, some might even make a list of all the things every teacher should […]

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8 Ways moms can impact the environment

April 11, 2017

I have always known that there are things that I can do to conserve natural resources. With three small children, it is not easy to […]

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Protect physical education: Active kids do better in school

April 3, 2017

This post reflects a compensated editorial partnership with Voices for Healthy Kids, a joint initiative of the American Heart Association and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. […]

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Dig in! Gardening with kids

March 31, 2017

The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that more than 60 percent of our children do not eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables they […]

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Youth sports: Personal development is the award

February 27, 2017

The same debate takes place every season. Winning vs. Losing. I’ve experienced it from different angles and had this discussion countless times with parents and coaches. […]

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