by Michele Borba | Feb 18, 2016 | Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Self-Reliance and Agency
Three crucial and teachable skills that help kids become self-reliant, resourceful and resilient. Raising your child to become independent is among your most important parenting tasks. After all, one of your key goals is to help your son or daughter survive as well as...
by Michele Borba | Feb 17, 2016 | Late Breaking News, Parenting, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions, UnSelfie
The truth behind those words of wisdom from Dear Old Mom based on what the new science says about child development and parenting advice Remember the sage motherly advice that was the soundtrack to your childhood? If you’re not sure how much of her philosophy to keep...
by Michele Borba | Feb 16, 2016 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Communication, Listening, Courage and Assertiveness, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Self-Reliance and Agency
Let’s face it. It’s a tougher time to be growing up, and the data confirms it. Bullying is fiercer. Peer pressure is tougher. Kids are also more aggressive at younger ages. Girls are meaner. Of course we can’t always be there to pick up the pieces or...
by Michele Borba | Feb 9, 2016 | Articles, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness
The photograph is of a simple wreath of handprints. The idea came from a teacher who wanted to help her students develop strong hearts as well as minds. And so she set up an art center with construction paper, scissors, glue and marking pens. The directions were easy:...
by Michele Borba | Feb 8, 2016 | Articles, Character and Moral Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness, featured, Left Home Column
Many of today’s students lack an understanding of respect because their experiences with this essential character trait have been minimal. They simply haven’t witnessed or heard respect in their lives. Nor may they be expected to be respectful. Think about it:...
