18
Apr
Kids’ Room Organization Ideas: How to Help Them Clean Up
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By
Jack Shaw
There comes a time in every man’s life when you need to learn how to organize your space. My father started teaching me when I was youn...
Kids & Teens
15
Jan
What Is Oldest Child Syndrome and How Can Parents Avoid It?
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By
Jack Shaw
Birth order can affect a child’s personality and development. That’s why many can relate to oldest child syndrome — including myself. I...
18
Oct
What Are the Best Pets for Kids?
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By
Jack Shaw
Choosing the right pet for your kid can be a fun experience but a big decision. We’ve all been there — our kids have bugged us nonstop ...
24
Sep
6 Easy DIY Backyard Ideas for Active Families
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By
Jack Shaw
Many homeowners consider the backyard the perfect place to build a patio, deck or outdoor kitchen. To me, it’s a playground. I wasn’t a...
18
Sep
When Can Kids Play Video Games, and How Often?
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By
Jack Shaw
Dads who grew up with their own set of video games can remember the feeling of playing non-stop. Nowadays, games are incredibly more ad...
23
Aug
9 Tips for the First Week of School
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By
Jack Shaw
The first week of school can be nerve-wracking for children and parents. I remember having separation anxiety when I dropped off my son...
09
Aug
Encouraging Your Child’s Willingness to Learn
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By
Jack Shaw
Nurture is just as important as nature when it comes to learning. You can stunt a natural bookworm’s curiosity by not fostering their w...
21
Jun
Healthy Eating for Kids Means Eating Healthy Yourself
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By
Jack Shaw
Junk food is everywhere, so it's vital to make an extra effort to encourage your kid to consume items with higher nutritional value by ...
24
May
How Father-Son Bonding Has Changed Over Time
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By
Jack Shaw
"By the time a man realizes that maybe his father was right, he usually has a son who thinks he's wrong." — Charles WadsworthThis e...
11
Aug
The Real-Time Machines
I've been riding skateboards consistently for the last 48 years. Some might find that odd, as I'm about to hit 60 next year. The truth ...