How to Open the Car Trunk from Inside
December 7, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Hide-and-seek was one of my favorite games when I was a kid. Every family party, while the adults were in the dining room chattering away, my cousins and I would organize a massive game of hide-and-seek. It was a blast. We loved exploring…
To Ski or Not to Ski: Winter Sports for Kids
December 2, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Ah, winter. There’s a chill in the air, snow blanketing the ground, and kids everywhere are strapping on skis or grabbing their favorite saucer sled. That’s right: it’s time for winter sports. Despite the frigid weather, winter is the perfect time to send…
How to Avoid Gift Card Scams
November 29, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Imagine this: you’re on a winter walk with your teen when, suddenly, their cell phone rings. “Give me one second,” they say, and they answer the phone with a smile and a cheery “hello.” As you wait for your child to finish their…
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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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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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…