The Big Mistake Parents Make When Listening to Kids
Start With Kindness Mini Series Day 2 : In celebration of the new 100 Ways to be Kind to Your Child poster coming out soon I’m publishing this mini series highlighting the most powerful parts of this...
View Article20 Would You Rather… Questions for Summer – Free Printable
Would You Rather is one of those fun conversation games that tends to spark further conversation as people explain their answers or imagine more about the topic. This makes these perfect for a summer...
View ArticleLearning to Apologize Better
“I’m sorry for yanking the tablet out of your hands this morning.” I said. We were starting the day with an apology from me to my 8 year old. Well, actually it started with the argument before the...
View Article60+ Resources for Talking to Kids About Racism
When members in Creative with Kids Parenting Secret Mission Society expressed the wish that they knew more resources for talking with children about race and racism, I knew just who to ask to write a...
View ArticleThe Value of Making Imperfect Photo Albums
Today I am so grateful to my 13 year old self – she who somehow stepped lightly past perfectionism and did what needed to be done. It is because of her that I have a treasure with me. I’m remembering...
View ArticleA Silly Simple Way to Stop Snapping at Kids
Have you ever wondered how you can stop a day from going downhill before it starts? I’ve mentioned that one of the first steps in getting a handle on anger or yelling is knowing our anger triggers –...
View ArticleBody Safety Education – Books to Help Prevent Sexual Abuse
In 64 Positive Things to Say to Kids you’ll find the phrases “Your body is your own.” and, “You have say over your body.” These phrases begin building a foundation of empowerment and consent when it...
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