Our family is working hard to raise people that understand there is always work to be done AND always ways to reward others when you see a job well done. It doesn’t look like bribery and it doesn’t look like M&M’s every time our kids do something. Teaching them to value words and recognition that is not tied to material things will help set them up for success as adults. Not only will it help them realize appreciation comes in different ways but it equips them, from a young age, to be able to recognize others when they notice them working hard, showing kindness, bringing joy, etc.

Your kids do not care about how MUCH you do. They care about your HEART while you are doing it. You can do everything under the sun but if you are stressed out and overwhelmed, they can feel it. Having kids cry over gingerbread houses and getting snapped at by an overwhelmed mommy does not spell “joy.” Do you want to leave them with the feeling like you don’t actually like Christmas?

Financial responsibility isn’t about money - it is about currency. What is your toddler’s currency?

Should your child be able to trace a letter at age 2? How about 3? What about 4? When should they write their name? How do I build a solid foundation for good penmanship– special crayons or something?

A little about why I started this! Maybe you will relate :)