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How to Raise a Good Kid: 10 Strategies that Build Strong Character

Posted: July 12th, 2010 by Michele Borba

Let’s play “Back to the Future” and pretend it’s twenty-five years from now. Your kids are grown and they’re healthy and happy. They’ve now come back for a family reunion. Here’s the key question: What character traits do you hope to see most in your grown child?
Here’s a hint and critical parenting point: Character [...]

Michele Borba: Kids Who Care-12 Research-Based Tips for Raising the Caring Kid Every Parent Wants

Posted: June 11th, 2010 by Michele Borba

Caring counts!
Most parents instinctively want their children to develop a strong moral character and to care about others. In fact, according to a recent survey I conducted with Parents Magazine of over 2400 mothers, “caring” comes in high on the list of traits today’s moms want their kids to possess. (YES!)
Caring is the trait that [...]

Michele Borba: Teaching Kids 4 “S.A.F.E.” Rules to Reduce Cyberbullying

Posted: June 2nd, 2010 by Michele Borba

REALITY CHECK: Did you know that a recent survey found that almost 70 percent of adolescents say the best way for them to be safe online is through education?
Let’s face it: it is a different world. And one big crucial parenting task is to make sure that our kids learn how to be safe [...]