Share As summer ends, so does the carefree schedule. For many families and especially children, going back to school is even more difficult because of the need to re-establish a long-forgotten routine. Staying up late is no longer an option. Our bodies need time to adjust to the new clock and it is important to [...]
Share Whether your child is entering school for the first time or returning to institutionalized education, getting them (and yourself) ready for the life-change can be a bit challenging to say the least. Beyond the obvious battle of wading through a sea of other moms in the office-supplies aisle at your local market or superstore, [...]
Share Educating your kids about Internet safety has become just as important as teaching them to look both ways before crossing the street. Communication is a key component when establishing safe Internet use in your home. KiwiCommons.com, a free internet safety resource, encourages parents to discuss the importance of Internet safety with their children so [...]
Share A friend of mine, who has a teenaged son, told me “it only gets more difficult from this point. When you have teenagers, there are more demands and different struggles that eclipse the ease of toddlerhood.” Her advice is to make sure to find time for yourself. Schedule time before your head hits the [...]
You know what they say – all work and no play makes Carly a very dull student.
Which is why I was so puzzled during my visits to various grade schools in the Southern Indian city of Puducherry. My travelmates and I were interested in doing some workshops in a local school – drama games, newspaper writing, English tutoring, etc… – but at most of the schools we visited (which were quite a few – there were A LOT of schools in Puducherry), the kids didn’t have time for extracurricular activities. School days were similar hours, but for many kids the end of class means the beginning of tutoring.
Share I was a ‘soccer mom’ for about two weeks. I enrolled my 4-year old and 2-year old in a Toronto soccer club. They were both so excited to play (like their big auntie and uncle), but it turned out to be very short lived. My son’s toddler program was unfortunately cancelled and when my [...]
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