by Mikelle Despain | Mar 7, 2020 | Children and Learning |
Kids love to learn. It’s hard-wired into their programming! Unlike the furtive studying we remember from our education days, however, kids learning is almost always in the form of play. Not only does this style of learning help stimulate their brain, but it also has a...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 26, 2019 | Children and Learning |
Whether your a full-time homemaker or work outside the home, being a parent is no easy task. There are days when you feel like a rampaging “no monster” and others when you’ve got your nose to the grindstone checking off To-Dos. With so much on your plate, it can be...
by Mikelle Despain | Nov 17, 2019 | Children and Learning |
Chores. As adults, it’s often a word that makes us cringe, an activity we want to finish quickly so we can move on to fun. And, as our family grows bigger, the chore list grows longer. Fun rarely seems to happen. Involving your children in chores makes the workload...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 27, 2019 | Children and Learning |
Every child comes with his own quirks and personalities. Some are shy and reserved and have trouble making friends. Some will talk to every stranger they meet and make friends without even trying. Whatever their gifts or talents, every child can benefit from learning...
by Mikelle Despain | Oct 11, 2019 | Children and Learning |
Hay rides. Fireworks. Birthday candles and cake. Traditions are not only fun, but they add magic and wonder to our lives. As adults, we might be tempted to scrutinize family traditions and wonder if they’re worth it. They often cost money, time, and can create an...
by Mikelle Despain | Aug 26, 2019 | Children and Learning, Values |
‘Tis a lesson you should heed, Try, try again; If at first you don’t succeed, Try, try again; Then your courage should appear, For, if you will persevere, You will conquer, never fear; Try, try again. The road to accomplishing good things is often a difficult one....
