Sleeping Tips for Tweens
I came across an article written a few years ago in the Washington Post about why teens and tweens should have later start times in school.
Category: Parenting
Over 75 Movies for Tweens that you can enjoy
I am so excited for summer!! I love later bedtimes and sleeping in. I love that there is no baseball, soccer, football, and lacrosse practice. It’s so nice to be unscheduled and can just chill!
The trick to happy kids while you’re out of the house
Who hasn’t been out with their kids and they are having a meltdown? I have three kids and all are busy with sports, practices, and activities. There comes a time where at least one is unhappy. I found a trick that keeps everyone in a good mood (usually) and happy!
Family Time with Tweens
I have two tween boys and I hear about sports constantly. It’s seems like we can’t have a conversation in our house that doesn’t involve some sort of comment on a “sick” catch from the last game they watched or why a quarterback didn’t throw for a hail Mary.
Chores for Tweens
I’ve written several posts about tweens, chores and allowance. We’ve recently changed up our allowance system and it’s working great.
Getting Tweens to Help Around the House (and earn their allowance)
Oh My Gosh! TWEENS!! Do you have one too? I have two in my house and they can be a challenge.
Allowance for Tweens
Allowance for kids can be so tricky. I even wrote a small series and kids and allowance. Since my boys are getting a little older and officially tweens, my husband and I have changed...
Fun YouTube Channels for Kids
My boys love going on YouTube, but I’m very careful on what they’re watching. One minute they can be watching something that’s a normal kid program and two clicks later they are on a video with kids cursing like crazy.
The BEST tip for getting through the morning without yelling
This post may contain affiliate links. School mornings can be one of the most stressful and hurried times of the day. I even wrote a post on getting out of the house on time....
30+ Gifts for Tween Boys
I have two boys ages 8 and 10, officially tweens! It can be challenging to find some gifts that they like, so with their help, I’ve made a fun list your tween should love.
Teaching your tween how to study
There comes a time when your kids will have to start studying. My 2nd grader has a spelling test every week. The teacher gives him homework and classwork.
Keeping Your Tween Safe on the Internet
I can’t imagine being a kid now and having so much information at my finger tips. I officially have 2 tweens in my house and I’ve been hearing some horrible stories on the news lately about teens and the Internet.
