Better Parent Pledge
- Dedicated Family Night
- Improved Communication and Conversation
- Education / Reading
- Physical Wellbeing
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Growing up digital: How the Internet affects teen identity
Chandra Johnson, Deseret News | May 30, 2014 5:05 pmFor a generation that’s coming of age online, how does the Internet affect how teens form an identity?
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Should we lower the hoop for our kids?
Jason Wright, Deseret News | May 29, 2014 4:05 pmAfter a lengthy and well-orchestrated campaign by my two young sons, I’ve finally purchased a basketball standard for the driveway. It’s the typical rolling model with height adjustment for the rim and a large base to fill with water or sand.
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Why the last weeks of school have many parents crying ‘Mayday’
Arianne Brown, KSL | May 28, 2014 8:05 pmMay is a month known for flowers and busyness. With May comes end-of-year activities, and the endless need to keep up with it all. We often find ourselves crying, “Mayday,” or rather, cursing the May day. Here’s a story about my most recent “Mayday.”
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Dave Ramsey: Babies are not that expensive
Dave Ramsey, Deseret News | May 27, 2014 10:05 pmHaving kids won’t break your back like lots of people say. You’ve got extra expenses such as diapers and baby stuff the first few years, but it’s not going to drive you to the poor house.
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Are you ready to become parents?
Amy Peterson, FamilyShare | May 23, 2014 5:05 pmThinking of having kids? Here are few questions to ask yourselves before you start your family.
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Lessons learned about family from the movie ‘Frozen’
Kilee Luthi, FamilyShare | May 21, 2014 4:05 pm‘Frozen’ teaches lessons about family: the proper handling of emotions, the power of vulnerability, and the power of true love.
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Why teens should still read
Kandra Polatis, Deseret News | May 20, 2014 9:05 pmThe rate of teens who “never” or “only occasionally” read for fun has nearly tripled since 1984, according to a recently released report. Some say teens are rejecting opportunities to learn if they don’t read for enjoyment.
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16 summer activities for kids — no screen or mouse required
Megan Gladwell, FamilyShare | May 16, 2014 8:05 pmThis summer, turn off the electronics and engage your kids in creative, hands-on play.
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Should everyone parent the same way?
Alejandra Bradford, Deseret News | May 15, 2014 6:05 pmA lot has been said about parenting and its link to a child’s later success in life. This suggests that some parents get it right and others do not. But does this mean that some cultural variations in parenting are better than others?
