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Teaching Kids the Value of a Dollar

Growing up, school taught me how to spell words like hippopotamus; that 2×2=4; that Pluto is the farthest planet from the Sun (that’s how old I am?); and that in 1492 Columbus sailed the ocean blue. What school did not teach me is how to save money, how to set up an IRA, how to…

Teaching Children Gratitude during Thanksgiving

In a society that’s moving more and more toward a sense of entitlement and instant gratification it’s so important to really celebrate Thanksgiving and gratitude. We’ve really tried to emphasize the holiday in our home this year. I know it’s only a week until Turkey Day, but it’s not too late!!! Here are just a few ideas of ways you can help your children think about gratitude this Thanksgiving season.

How to Help Children Celebrate Independence Day

In our home, we love Independence Day (the 4th of July). My son is finally at the age where he can understand why we celebrate Independence Day. Today, I tried to explain it to him and he looked at me like I was either crazy, or extremely boring. I decided I must be doing something…