How to Teach a Child Humility
August 9, 2021
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Tiffany Tolman
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I recently read a post on social media that went something like this: Teenage boy filling up his shiny, new car at a gas station notices an older gentleman in a beat-up truck waiting to fill a gas can. The boy approaches the…
Social Savvy: The Art of Personal Interaction
August 6, 2021
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Tiffany Tolman
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They say that hindsight’s 20/20. But that saying takes on new meaning as we consider the lessons learned from the year 2020. For example, looking back, I’ve witnessed some gaping holes in how teenagers—both in my living room and my classroom—deal with personal…
How to Teach Organizational Skills to Children
August 5, 2021
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Shanna Hovley
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Although you expect to know your kids best, especially with how much time you spend with them, teachers frequently realize your children lack organization skills before you do. They see this trend through missed assignments, waiting until the last minute to work on…
Kids and Cell Phone Use: Help Them Set the Limits
July 27, 2021
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Tiffany Tolman
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I don’t know what it is about kids and cell phone use, but it feels like sometimes we, as parents, lose our minds when it comes to rules and expectations. We swing anywhere on the spectrum from total lockdown all the way to…
The Impact of Technology on Kids
July 20, 2021
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Tiffany Tolman
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If you’re worried about your child’s screen time, you aren’t alone. Pew studies show that parents of teens—and even teens themselves—are concerned with the amount of time they spend on their smartphones. According to the CDC, kids ages 11-14 spend an average of…
Troomi’s Phone Plans
July 16, 2021
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Reagan Fausett
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With all of the great features that Troomi offers, it might be intimidating to pick out what fits your family best. Some features might be absolute must-haves while others might not be as helpful. That’s why Troomi gives you three different plans you…
10 Healthy Ways to Use Technology
July 14, 2021
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Tiffany Tolman
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I have a sticker on the base of my laptop, just below my keyboard, with four simple words: Be kind. Do good. It’s a gentle reminder for me to focus on positive and healthy ways to use technology as I interact with others…
Put the Phone Down and Go Play
July 13, 2021
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Tiffany Tolman
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Like many of you, I’ve spent a fair amount of time visiting with doctors, counselors, and Google to learn how to manage teenage mental health struggles. And while I don’t claim to be an expert in this field, I’ve noticed a consensus among…