During the Three Weeks and the Nine Days, we spend time thinking about ahavat chinam—loving others without judgment. We often think about extending that love to friends, neighbors, and people in […]
Every June, many parents secretly believe that summer is finally going to be different. The kids will get along. We will finish all those projects we’ve been putting off. Family […]
One of the hardest parts of parenting today is setting healthy screen time limits for kids. Whether it is TV, video games, tablets, or computers, many children protest loudly when parents […]
Every family seems to have “that child.” The one who hears, “When the blocks are back in the bin, we’ll have snack,” and while the other children begin cleaning, he […]
Last week we spoke about ways to help our kids cooperate. Now, it is crunch time. Tensions are high, and it can be hard to keep our cool. Sometimes, it […]
Helping Your Kids Help You: Pesach Cooperation Reset It is that time of year again! I know, it is hard to believe, but Pesach is right around the corner. We […]
As we move into the Shavuot, The Ten Commandments and Megillat Ruth take center stage. There is much we can learn from them and glean about our parenting. The top […]
One of the most notable differences between Israel and America is how Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day) is celebrated. While I have no doubt that many in the United States spend […]
The Most Powerful Way To Teach Kids Responsibility Many parents feel that their children are irresponsible. Parents will tell their kids, “I had a job and paid for my own […]
“Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” It was never quite clear as a child why words shouldn’t hurt. It certainly felt like they […]