The word “hobbies” has a sort-of old-fashioned ring to it but an avalanche of handheld and keyboard gadgets generally has buried the whole idea of hobbies. Child development specialists are discovering that, although children gain technical proficiency and often develop precocious literacy and numeracy skills, they pay a high price for forgetting old-fashioned hobbies. Read more »
Almost all parents will need to pick out the perfect car seat for their child at some point. Even those who use public transportation the majority of the time will require a car seat in taxis, trains and airplanes. Although choosing the perfect car seat may not be as much fun as selecting cute clothes or toys, it is an important item that can protect your child in the case of an emergency. There are several things to keep in mind when choosing and purchasing a new car seat, so consider each before making your final decision. Read more »
Saving money is an important life skill to learn. Children are especially impressionable, so teaching them the virtues of saving money is a great way to help them develop effective financial habits. Here are 5 ways a parent can help their child learn about the importance of saving money. Read more »
Misbehavior from children never actually has good timing but one of the worst times to have to be a parent is while driving. In fact, many children are more motivated to misbehave while in the car because they know their parents’ attention will be on the road and not on them. While it can be difficult to parent your children while in the car, it’s important to note that there is never a time when you can stop being a parent. With safety in mind, here are five tips you can use to effectively manage your children without causing an accident. Read more »
Smartphones are a new technology but their influence is quickly rising. With a nearly unlimited selection of apps on all imaginable topics it was inevitable that Christian apps would begin to take hold. The selection is fairly limited now but quickly growing in popularity. If you’re looking for a way to use smartphone technology to help educate your children about their faith, here are five apps that can help along the way. Read more »
