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Allowance Vs. Jobs: Fast Ways To Make Money For Kids

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Fast Ways To Make Money For Kids

There’s just no getting away from the fact that almost everything in life costs money. It’s an intrinsic part of our society. Whatever your personal relationship with it is, the best way to help your kids is to teach them some basic money management (as well as time management)as early as possible.

If they know how to earn it, save it and invest it successfully, you’ll be giving them valuable tools for the future.

In this article, we’re not just going to look at fast ways to make money for kids but also at how money should be handled.

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10 Tips For Stress-Free Car Journeys With The Kids

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The staycation trend is still a popular choice and many families are embarking on road trips together to explore local hidden gems. If you’re planning on traveling by car for your next vacation, you first need to consider how you’re going to survive the journey.

Driving with kids can be stressful, it’s hard for everyone being cooped up and they might get bored, frustrated, and irritable. In fact, it’s the same for parents as well so the more organized you are, the less of a headache it will be. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery on the way to your destination.

Here are ten tips for stress-free car journeys with kids.

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Why Positive Parenting Is Important: Living a Happy Family Life

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Why Positive Parenting Is Important

During the current global pandemic, I’ve heard many parents complain about how they are always shouting because they feel like they have no control over their kids.

I was lucky enough to already know about positive parenting, and believe me, it’s a skill that changed my life! So, I thought it would be good If I told you the reasons why positive parenting is important. In truth, I believe it’s an essential ingredient to achieve a happy family and raise respectful, confident children.

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Prevent Winter Boredom With Fun Indoor Activities for Families

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Fun Indoor Activities for Families

Being inside doesn’t have to be boring! In fact, you can make it into an enjoyable family bonding time by trying out some fun indoor activities together.

When the memory of outdoor, summertime fun grows distant, finding enjoyable indoor activities to prevent winter boredom can be challenging. It’s not always possible to venture out of the house for family entertainment, so I thought you might like a few ideas for indoor activities all the family can do together at home.

I’ve listed the ideas in five sections, Arts & Crafts, In the Kitchen, Outdoors Indoors, Science Experiment, and Showstopper! Let’s take a more in-depth look at my favorite fun indoor activities for families.

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The Positive And Negative Effects Of Video Games On Children: Do Video Games Affect Children?

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The answer to the question, do video games affect children, can be answered with a resounding YES! But despite what the media might have you believe, not all the effects are negative.

As video gaming continues its popularity, the question of how positively or negatively video games affect children is hotly debated.

From the scientific research conducted on video gameplay, it seems there are various factors that determine this. Here, we’re going to delve into some of that research and look at the positive and negative effects of video games on children.

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Mindfulness Meditation For Children

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Mindfulness Meditation For Children

In recent years, the benefits of meditation for people of all ages have become increasingly apparent. I’m always looking at ways to help my own kids, so I thought it would be good to see how mindfulness meditation for children can benefit them.

Let’s take a look at what “mindfulness meditation” means and how our kids can benefit from it. All from a dad’s “well-grounded” perspective 🙂 After all, it has to be fun, right!?

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3 Top Gadgets For Making The Life of a New Parent Easier

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3 Top Gadgets For Making The Life of a New Parent Easier

Having a baby is a pretty amazing adventure. But for something so tiny, they sure do need a lot of stuff. And they do have a tendency to take over life as you knew it. A new baby is life-altering, and they don’t come with a manual of how to look after them (plus, they are all so different).

But the good news for any soon-to-be or newbie parents out there is that there are things out there that can help you to adjust and make life with a little one that bit simpler. Some will be pretty inexpensive; some may have a hefty price tag. But if it comes to getting more sleep or having a little bit of normality back in your life, then it can be worth it.

So here are some top gadgets that can make things easier for new parents. Do you have any that you’ve tried before and just couldn’t live without? It would be great to hear what you think.

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Sun Safety: The Best Sunscreens for Kids

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Sun Safety - The Best Sunscreens for Kids

During the summer months, adverts for sunscreens are everywhere. These ads tell us about the dangers of sun exposure and the damage it can do to our own and our kid’s skin.

Children’s skin is far more delicate than adults, so knowing which the best sunscreens for kids are, can be confusing. What SPF factor should you choose? What does a broad spectrum mean? And why are some sunscreens potentially harmful?

In this article, I’m going to help you understand all of this and know which are the safest sunscreens for kids.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor, nor do I have any kind of medical background. I am just a dad! Please take this article as what it is: “Just” some advice from other parents! I don’t claim to be an expert on this subject but have taken my information from sources that I believe to be reputable and reliable, as well as from my own experience with my 3-year old son.

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Dad’s Kitchen: Easy Cooking with Kids – 4 Dad-Friendly Recipes You And Your Kids Will Love

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Dads Kitchen Easy Cooking with Kids

Kids love playing mini chefs. So, I thought I’d give you some recipes for easy cooking with kids. Creating exciting meals in the kitchen with your children is excellent fun, and perfect for giving them future life skills.

But then again: If you’re a stay at home dad like myself you probably want to get in and out of the kitchen as quickly as possible without leaving behind a whole lot of mess behind; while still creating a tasty, healthy dinner for the kids.

The recipe’s I’ve selected are suitable for children of all ages and abilities. For younger kids, you’ll need to help with putting things into and out of the oven, frying, and chopping. It’s the perfect way to teach your children about kitchen safety; you don’t want any cuts or burns! Oh and don’t forget about the washing of hands before they start.

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