According to his mom, William is a “lawn mowing, yard cleaning, money making machine,” so in order to seal the deal with the seller, he offered not only his Xbox, but additional yard and home services. Read More
Interview with Joseph Cassis, Author of Squire With Fire- A Happy Dragon Tale
As a part of our ongoing interview series, we at Mom’s Choice had the great privilege of talking with Joseph Cassis, author of the Award-Winning book Squire With Fire- A Happy Dragon Tale. We have a hero (or heroine!), bravery, hard work, and s’mores, all wrapped up in a heartfelt and meaningful book. Keep reading for the full interview! Read More
This Mom’s Post About Making Sure We’re in Pictures Is Spot On
I want my kids to have plenty to lay their eyes on when they reflect on their childhood, and when they set out to remember who their Mom was. They may not have storied in their own memories the times that I crawled inside their box forts or let them give me a ‘makeover’, but if there are pictures to prove it, they may just get to know me a little better that day through them. Read More
Glennon Doyle Creates Phone Rule for Teens at Her House and It’s Genius
Because of these advances and how widespread technology now is, many parents are finding ways to help control their children’s usage. From special apps, time limits and filters, there are basic approaches as well as some more creative ones. Writer, speaker, and mother Glennon Doyle is one of those creative mothers. Read More
Interview with Christina Wood, Author of A Bear Finds His Purpose
Today we sat down with Christina Wood, author of the Award-Winning book A Bear Finds His Purpose. Christina and her family founded The Caden Project, and are encouraging children around the world to help others in any way they can, however small. Read More
Mom’s Choice Award-Winning Celestial Buddy Makes Waves… In Outer Space!
When Crew Dragon arrived and the astronauts aboard the Space Station unloaded the cargo, astronaut Anne McClain immediately took to the cute little earth-shaped plush. Can’t say we blame her- there’s a reason these little plushes won our Gold award! Read More
Men Who Grow Up In Healthy Families Have Stronger Relationships Later, Study Says
Unsurprisingly, they found that, regardless of socioeconomic status, the men who were themselves raised in warmer family environments consistently used healthier strategies to deal with negative emotions in the middle of their lives, and also had a more secure attachment to their partners later in life. Read More
Being Bored Is Actually Really Good for Your Kids
I see my daughter after a long eight hour day of school. Hour after hour or guided learning, sitting still in chairs and being shuffled from subject to subject, she becomes tightly wound. The last thing she actually needs when she gets home is more. It has become apparent that the best thing for her is space to breathe and listen to her body. That’s when the magic happens. Read More
Study Shows Arts Programs Have Significant Impact On Children’s Academics
The results? Students who were given additional access to arts-programs had higher test scores, less disciplinary action taken, had higher written test scores, and demonstrated more compassion in the way they answered test questions. Read More
Mom Puts Department Store on Blast for Children’s “Cheat Day” Lunchbox
Why in the world would a girl young enough to want to carry a lunchbox covered in sequins worry about a “cheat day”?In my home, we are in the thick of teaching our children about nutrition right now. My daughter is six. Food is a necessary tool that helps her body to grow stronger. It’s not the enemy, it’s not scary, and it’s not the key to beauty and acceptance. Read More