Parenting
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The father factor: what teenage boys learn from their dads
Parenting by Chris HudsonDads really do matter, particularly in the lives of teenage boys. Youth expert Chris Hudson discusses the impact dads have on their teenage sons and offers a few tips to help all the confused dads out there.
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How to teach kids to problem solve
Parenting by Michael GroseProblem-solving is one of the major skills resilient kids share, yet it’s the one that many of us aren’t equipped to develop. Parenting expert Michael Grose discusses the importance of problem-solving and offers some simple tips to help parents step back, so their kids can step up.
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5 funny picture books your son actually wants for Christmas
Parenting by Bec CavalôtThese 5 funny books will be a big hit with your young sons (and the rest of the family too) and may help them forget that they didn’t get that Nerf gun/pet lion from mean ol’ Santa this year…
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6 simple ways to teach your son about gratitude
Parenting by Bec CavalôtGratitude is about more than just good manners. Studies show that gratitude can help kids (and adults) live happier, more satisfied lives and enjoy increased levels of self-esteem, hope, empathy, optimism, and a greater sense of belonging.
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How to keep your teenager safe during Schoolies
Parenting by Michael GroseSchoolies: a place and headspace that’s about as far away from parental protection as your teen has ever been. Your son may want a piece of the action, but as parents, you want at least a little peace of mind. This article by Michael Grose offers some quick tips to help you both survive Schoolies.
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Are today’s teens better behaved than you were?
ParentingFinally, some good news: teens today are drinking less alcohol, smoking fewer cigarettes and using less illicit drugs than their parents did at the same age.
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How to talk to your teen about gambling
ParentingBoys are more likely to gamble than girls. Have you talked to your teenage son about gambling? If not, read these tips on how to get the conversation started.
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Helping boys learn: tips for parents and teachers
Parenting by Andrew FullerBoys are the masters of minimalism and the practitioners of ‘just-in-time’ management. If you have mostly boys in your family, or in your class, try these methods to improve their behaviour and learning.
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How to raise a ‘giver’
Parenting by Michael GroseParenting expert Michael Grose highlights why it is so important to teach your son to be a giver not a taker, and offers 5 practical ways to develop a sense of generosity in kids.
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5 top tips for raising mighty boys
Parenting by Michael GroseParenting expert Michael Grose believes that understanding what makes boys tick is the key to teaching and raising well-adjusted young men. Here, Michael shares his 5 top tips to help you connect with your son.