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Tired of playing constant entertainer? This episode dives into why boredom is actually a gift for both parents and kids. Discover how stepping back and letting boredom take over can unlock a child's imagination, foster self-regulation, and spark unexpected new interests.Resources: A Kid's Book about Boredom by Kyle SteedI'm Sooo Bored! What Should I Do? By Chad Ritchey We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Gilly and Kelly discuss ideas for summer activities for children and young adults based around the ideas of fun, learning, and skill development. Debbie is on vacation and will be back soon! We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reading children’s books like The Jester Has Lost His Jingle by David Saltzman—one of Debbie and Gilly’s favorites—sparked meaningful conversations about the valuable life lessons stories can teach. While the book explores many themes, its most powerful messages center on hope, courage, laughter, and perseverance. We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast, Debbie, Gilly, and Kelly explore the often artificial methods used to grade children. Although they recognize that grades are an important and lasting part of education, they argue that grades fail to reflect many essential life skills that contribute to a child’s overall growth. They encourage parents to look beyond academic performance and value traits such as strong character and social skills, which play a major role in long-term success.We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast, Debbie, Gilly, and Kelly emphasize that parents should model healthy phone habits for their children. They highlight that excessive phone use can hinder a child’s growth, creativity, and communication skills, making it important for parents to set a positive example.We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected] resources for further listening/reading:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/left-to-their-own-devices/id1840912030https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie, Gilly, and Kelly have found that some students may struggle not only academically, but also socially and emotionally. Parents shouldn’t remain passive while this happens. Instead, they should listen to their child, validate their feelings, and work with the school to make sure their child receives the support they need.We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected] resources for further listening/reading:https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-book/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast, Debbie, Gilly, and Kelly highlight the importance of parents understanding their children’s needs in order to build effective study skills. By creating supportive study environments and collaborating with teachers and schools, parents can help set their children up for success.We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Addressing the serious issue of school bullying, Debbie, Gilly, and Kelly urge parents to take a proactive role. They recommend partnering with the school to confront unacceptable behavior and ensure that children feel safe and supported.We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie, Gilly, and Kelly note that students may struggle not only academically, but also socially and emotionally. Parents shouldn’t remain passive while this happens. Instead, they should listen to their child, validate their feelings, and work with the school to make sure their child receives the support they need.We want to hear from you! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions for upcoming episodes at [email protected] resources for further listening/reading:An oldie but important book -- Multiple Intelligneces  Howard Gardner. Harper Collins Publisher 1993 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.