Most people view psychology simply as the study of human behavior. They envision someone laying on a couch discussing their woes with a trained counselor and attempting to gain victory in their life. This is a basic view of what psychology truly encompasses. Furthermore, it eliminates the scientific and STEM portion of the discipline itself. So,...
If you want to get your kids interested in science, soda and Pop Rocks make for a surprisingly good starting point. Kids love Pop Rocks experiments because—let’s face it—kids love Pop Rocks. The second they know rock candy is involved, you will be able to pull their attention away from screens and get them engaged and...
Space travel has always been a fascinating topic that has inspired numerous movies over the years. Space-themed movies offer a unique blend of excitement, wonder, and education, from tales of intergalactic adventures to real-life accounts of scientific exploration. 1. The Martian (2015) Image Credit: IMDB. Ridley Scott's visionary direction and Matt Damon's stellar performance as astronaut Mark Watney...
Children are the pride and joy of any parent. However, toddlers provide parents with entertainment in ways they would have never imagined. We asked what they thought about how it is living with a toddler. This is what they said. 1. Random Pictures and Videos in Your Gallery Having random pictures sneaking into your gallery is typical...
Being a stay-at-home mother has its perks. From not having to commute daily to work to enjoying meals in the privacy of your own home, there are some perks to the job. Many moms say the struggles of being a stay-at-home mom outweigh the advantages. After a mother took to an online mom community to ask...
I was a child of the ‘80s, and there were many aspects of my childhood that kids and adults today would find questionable. For instance, my mother misplaced me several times while shopping — once at a local mall; once in a parking lot. However, parents today are all too aware of the dangers present: keeping...
Yes, as a parent, this is a new one for me too! There is a term such as “the potato stage” in childcare. According to numerous avenues of research, it resembles the helpless phase, where the infant needs constant support, monitoring — and lots of cuddles, of course. Having a little cuddly potato baby is the...
A concerned parent feels that when you look at the current state of the American public schooling system, you have to be insane not to want to homeschool your children. From fights that aren’t intervened in by teachers because they fear getting penalized to kids bringing literal guns to school, safety is a serious concern....
A man recently shared his story of not wanting to "waste money" on speech therapy for his daughter. For the sake of his story, we'll call him Steve. Fast Talker Steve explains that his daughter is a fast talker. He explains she never realizes she is doing it, and most of the time, you can understand what...
As a homeschooling parent, you probably get numerous questions about your education choices. In addition, family members, friends, and even strangers often flood you with questions about the ins and outs of homeschooling. This can be frustrating, as it may feel like people are questioning how you raise your kids. However, some people are genuinely...
