by Dr. Gil | Articles, Homeschoolers, Homeschoolers Articles
Every child is learning values every single day. The real question isn’t whether they’re learning—it’s who is doing the teaching. Parents naturally play the most important role in helping children develop honesty, kindness, responsibility, respect,...
by Dr. Gil | Articles, Parents/Grandparents, Parents & Grandparents Articles
Parents and grandparents sometimes wish they could protect children from every negative influence. We can’t. Children will encounter opinions, attitudes, behaviors, entertainment, friendships, and messages that we didn’t choose for them. But perhaps our...
by Dr. Gil | Articles, Homeschoolers, Homeschoolers Articles
Every parent, grandparent, or teacher has experienced it—a child becomes angry, frustrated, or upset, and emotions quickly take over. These moments can be challenging, but they also provide some of the greatest opportunities to teach important life lessons. Children...
by Dr. Gil | Articles, Parents/Grandparents, Parents & Grandparents Articles
A child becomes angry. Words are exchanged. Perhaps there are tears. Eventually everyone calms down. Parents and grandparents sometimes breathe a sigh of relief and think: “Thank goodness that’s over.” But that may actually be when one of the most valuable...
by Dr. Gil | Articles, Homeschoolers, Homeschoolers Articles
Homeschooling gives families something many traditional classrooms cannot—complete flexibility in how children learn. Parents can tailor lessons to match their children’s interests, learning styles, and family values. While academic subjects remain important,...
by Dr. Gil | Articles, Parents/Grandparents, Parents & Grandparents Articles
Families schedule time for many things children need. Homework. Sports. Music lessons. Reading. Appointments. Activities. But what about character? That doesn’t mean families need to add another formal lesson to an already busy week. Quite the opposite....