The method of strict parenting came up for debate in January 2011, when Amy Chua wrote a book called "Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother," detailing her uber-strict method of parenting her daughters for excellence. Among her methods included discipline for any grade below an A, no TV or computer games, no play dates and no room for negotiation. While some critics view Chua's methods as harsh, strict parenting has experienced a resurgence in an age of child-led discipline and permissive parents. Before you choose a strict method of parenting for...
Stubborn children can often cause parents to become frustrated and overwhelmed. If your child is resistant, you may find discipline a tricky endeavor, particularly if you have not found a successful method for getting your chil...
You want the best for your child. You pray he thrives in school, is successful in life and experiences happy, positive relationships. He is a good, intelligent kid. So why does he do so well in some activities, but in others th...
Raising a son can be a challenging endeavor. Chances are that you are proud of your son, but you may not be sure how to tell him just how proud you are. According to William S. Pollack, author of "Real Boys: Rescuing Our Sons F...
These children might leave school without having mastered the necessary skills to advance in school or live independently. Whether as an educator or a parent, you can work with a visually impaired child to encourage capability ...
A parent whose child is diagnosed with a mental disability can experience a significant amount of emotional distress. Raising a special-needs child is challenging, at the least, a process that may require an exorbitant amount o...
Many parents also choose to restrict the amount of time their children spend on the computer to encourage them to engage in exercise and other activities that promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Being aware of how much time yo...
Adolescence brings about many challenges, and doing well in school might be one of those challenges for your teen. Physical and mental changes might affect your teen's whole life, and with everyday pressures also playing a part...
Jim Taylor, a psychologist for "Psychology Today" notes that praise and encouragement are often misused by modern parents. Saying "Good job!" or "Way to go!" to a child may seem like a good way to give praise, but it doesn't en...
Children learn through play as they strengthen coordination, build muscles and practice cooperation and problem solving. There are countless learning toys on the market, and while most of them will help your child learn importa...
Reading is a fundamental skill for children. Once a child is in third grade or above, she is no longer learning to read; instead, she is reading to learn. As a result, strong reading skills are critical to school success. If re...
If your child would rather watch cartoons than sit patiently and read a book, he's no different than many other kids. However, that doesn't mean he can't also develop a love of reading. By making a few adjustments to your daily...
When he reaches his second birthday he will speak 50 words and use simple phrases; from then on vocabulary grows at a rapid rate. No matter what his age, you can't "make" a child talk, but you can significantly influence the on...
Children's magazines are popular gifts for kids. No matter what a child's interest, a magazine can encourage curiosity and foster a love for reading. Some magazines are geared specifically toward boys or girls; and others focus...
How did your child come up with that funny game, adorable costume or Picasso-like painting? What a little mind can do with some free time is amazing. Leaving time for creative play opens a world of possibilities. Unplanned time...
