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Focus on the 16 Habits of Success, not test scores and rankings
So often, our kids are measured by how they perform on tests and where they rank among their peers in...
"his joy in this learning is palpable"
Even before Brody had been on a roller coaster, he was fascinated by them. When he was eight years old...
"...he chose cooking. I had to fight my inner demons that said "that's for girls"
The local community college has a Saturday Kids to Kollege program. They offer classes for 5 – 14 year olds....
Abolish the bell curve, because “average” doesn’t exist
We’ve all coveted the “My kid is an honor student” bumper sticker. On the flip side, imagining your kid earning...
Don’t let society define “success” for your family
For generations, we’ve believed that success is defined by wealth, power, and status. Even the Merriam-Webster dictionary spells it out...
Help your kid find their purpose
When was the last time you saw your kid’s eyes light up with inspiration? What sparked that excitement? In those...
Projects at Home parenting tool
Real-world projects are activities that engage your kids in hands-on experiences. Learn how to create real-world projects at home to...
Discover your kid's INGs parenting tool
An ING is something your kid likes doING. INGs help your kid find and explore new interests and could even...
Expose, Explore, Pursue parenting tool
Use Expose, Explore, Pursue to help get your kids from curiosity to pursuit and purpose. Expose them to new opportunities,...
Self-Directed Learning Cycle parenting tool
Goal-setting is an essential skill that helps people of all ages pursue interests, develop essential skills, find purpose, and contribute...
How do I help my kid find what matters most to them?
Values are core principles that give our lives meaning and propel us through difficult times. They help our kids identify...
Use intrinsic motivators to motivate your kid from the inside out
“Kids who are intrinsically motivated engage in a behavior because it’s personally rewarding. They like doing it.”Are you bribing your...
What Matters Most activity for parents and kids
Your kid’s gratitude, interests, confidence, and curiosities are all indicators of their underlying core values. With this activity, take a...
Develop a family mission statement
When times are good or bad, it is always a good idea to discuss and codify what you believe in...
The future of education: Project-based learning
Does the traditional school model of passively learning facts by rote prepare our kids for life’s 21st-century demands? Today employers...
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