Teaching Kids Table Manners

Kids' table manners seem to be in short supply, at least with the kids I have seen at school, parties and restaurants. I have made it clear to my kids that table manners are important, make dining more pleasant for everyone, and increase their chances of being invited back again.

Read more in my article on Teaching Kids Table Manners.

Fun Summer Activities for Kids

If your kids are bored at home from summer vacation or have given up swimming in the pool, this article may give you some ideas to get them motivated again. For more see my Fun Summer Activities for Kids article.

School mom blog begins!

Hi everyone. As a parent and active participant in our school community, I am starting a blog to share a lot of tips and advice that I have learned over the years. I am always getting questions from other moms, new families, and even teachers about raising kids and keeping them fit, healthy and happy. I decided I should just write down the best tips and information to share with everyone. I am also happy to answer questions if you have any, or if you want me to cover specific topics.

What is my background? I have done some teaching myself, hold several University degrees, and am raising a gifted learner and another child who skipped a grade. Both excel at school, athletics and have full social lives. I have been involved in a full range of child activities - from team sports, to crafts, to girl scouts, to competitive sports, etc. and always keep up on what is out there for kids (and the parents who are trying to raise them).

It takes a village - so I hope that the bi-weekly posts I will be putting on will be of help to you.

School Mom