What to Do When Your Child Is Obsessed with Video Games
November 28, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Does your child spend long hours playing Minecraft? Do they ignore their homework in favor of fighting for first place on Fortnite? When you go on a walk around the neighborhood, do they pull out their phone to play Pokemon GO? Sounds like…
Should Parents Take Away Phones as Punishment?
November 23, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Teaching first grade was the best job I’ve ever had. I loved working with my fellow teachers, and it was fulfilling to watch our students learn and grow as the year progressed. Unfortunately, teaching wasn’t all fun and games—especially when it came to…
Eight Ways Routines for Kids Are Beneficial
November 21, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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When I taught elementary school, I worked with two other teachers: Miss Dawn and Miss Melissa. These women were absolutely amazing at what they did. They were caring, creative, and worked tirelessly to help our students succeed. Thanks to them and the classroom…
One Hundred Rainy Day Activities for Kids
November 15, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Rainy days are cozy, quiet, and calm—unless you’re a parent. In that case, they mean only one thing: the kids are stuck inside and they’ll be ravenous for entertainment. When weather keeps the kids inside, it can be overwhelming to think about keeping…
Ten Safety Tips for the Winter Season
November 14, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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This may be controversial, but I think winter is the best time of year to be outside. There’s nothing quite like wandering through an open field of freshly fallen snow to make you marvel at how cool our world is. Couple this appreciation…
Unplugging from Technology for Kids
November 11, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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How often do your kids use technology? In today’s world, most kids use tech daily—and it’s easy to see why. Tech devices like smartphones help kids stay connected with faraway family, play online video games with friends, and answer nearly any question in…
Help Kids Develop Fine and Gross Motor Skills
November 8, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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I met my niece, Maeve, a few months ago. It was love at first sight. As a newborn, Maeve lived a pretty lowkey, tech-free lifestyle. It was simple: sleep, cry, eat, repeat. She didn’t move much, instead preferring to nestle into her blanket…
What Are the Effects of Helicopter Parents?
November 2, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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What’s that hovering in the sky? It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s a helicopter parent! If you’re in one of the many parenting communities on social media or are an avid reader of parenting books, you’ve probably seen this term flung…