You Can’t Teach It If You Don’t Know It!
October 25, 2007 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Communication, Controversial Parenting Styles, Motivating Children, Words of Inspiration!
If you were asked to deliver a lecture about marine biology in thirty minutes, would you be able to give a terrific speech?
Probably not. And neither would I.
How about if the subject was antique marble collecting? Or ancient Chinese weaving techniques?
The point is:
We cannot teach that which we do not know.
It seems so [...]
Responsibility!
August 17, 2007 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Controversial Parenting Styles, Motivating Children, Problem Solving, Words of Inspiration!
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There are so many powerful thoughts regarding raising small souls cruising through my mind today that I scarcely know where to begin! We just returned from a most unique vacation- a wilderness program for ‘at-risk’ teens in the San Francisco Bay area.
After my husband [...]
Expectations- Are They Realistic?
March 13, 2007 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Controversial Parenting Styles, Emotional Development, Motivating Children
Fast-forward 2, 5, or even 20 years.
Graduation caps are flying through the air as celebratory sounds of “Congratulations!” fill the air.
Your beloved child has just graduated from college, a shining moment in your parenting journey.
“Wow, the past 2 decades have been so easy!” you marvel to your friend. “Piece of cake, raising my sweetheart; [...]
7 Good Reasons to Get Your Child Involved in Sports
July 17, 2006 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Motivating Children
My friend Stacie runs a website about children and sports, and she was sweet enough to allow me to share this thought-provoking article with you. Enjoy!
~Ellen
7 Good Reasons to Get Your Child Involved in Sports
Encourage a Healthy Lifestyle
Making exercise a part of your child’s life teaches your child the importance of fitness. This, along [...]
How to Motivate Your Child
March 22, 2006 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Motivating Children
Children, just like adults, often perform better when there is a proverbial carrot dangling just ahead. A bit of motivation can work wonders to guide your child towards better behavior or improved schoolwork.
The old fashioned chart is the generally the simplest method for you and your child to gauge his progress. A simple check mark [...]
