The secret to using a bean jar to encourage good behavior in your children.
I have been reading a great homeschooling book called Leadership Education: The Phases of Learning by Oliver DeMille. I wanted to share a great idea that was in that book that rewards your children for good behavior. It’s called the bean jar. In the book they call it the “Bean-Counter Game”. We are just calling…
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Easy tips for teaching your toddler to household chores (that actually work).
I never set out to give my toddlers chores to do. You might be thinking, “That’s too young! Toddlers can’t do chores!” That’s what I thought too, that is until I was constantly tripping over my boys while trying to do my own household chores. Let’s face it, toddlers want to help mom, even when…
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Easy nighttime routine that will help get your toddler ready to go to bed.
Toddlers are creatures of habit. They thrive on routine. They pride themselves on being independent and doing everything for themselves, but they definitely function most effectively when on a consistent daily schedule, and most importantly, a consistent bedtime. When you get your toddler to bed at the same time every night, they are less tired…
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Easy science experiments to teach your preschool aged child learn why ice melts.
Has your preschooler ever wondered what happened to the ice cubes in his cold drink? They were there before, but now they’re gone! Have you ever warned your preschooler to eat her Popsicle quickly, before it melted? You may have been too busy wiping up melted red Popsicle to explain why it melted before she…
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Fishing is a fun activity for the entire family. Many families enjoy spending time fishing together in the summer, however, in many areas fishing can be enjoyed year round. In Washington State, there are many lakes and streams, both fresh water and salt water, where you can take your family for an enjoyable day of…
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