December, 2013 | Michele Borba, Ed.D.

Proven Benefits of Getting Kids to Write Thank Yous

by Michele Borba | Dec 26, 2013 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Gratitude, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions

Fun ways to get kids to write those thank you notes …without whines … and the proven value of doing so! (It’s worth it!!) Did you know that writing a “thank you” note is a simple, proven way to boost your child’s gratitude? That’s...

11 Driving Tips That May Save Your Teen’s Life

by Michele Borba | Dec 24, 2013 | Peer Pressure, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions

REALITY CHECK: Nearly 10,000 youths have died as passengers in car crashes. Of those crashes, 54% were riding with a teen driver. Car crashes are the leading cause of death for tweens and teens. See also my post, 9 Ways to Curb Teen Drinking and Driving Dangers This...

7 Cyber “Don’ts” That Help Keep Kids and Teen Safer Online

by Michele Borba | Dec 14, 2013 | Online Safety, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions

REALITY CHECK: One survey found that half of three thousand U.S. children surveyed during the previous six months said they or someone they know had been victims or guilty of cyberbullying. Talk to your kids and monitor that computer! Our kids are called the “Net...