by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Homeschoolers, Homeschoolers Expanded Discussions
Every parent wants a child to feel confident. We want children to believe: “I can learn.” “I can try.” “I have something worthwhile to contribute.” “I can handle difficult things.” But there is an important difference between teaching a child: “You are capable.” and...
by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Parents/Grandparents, Parents & Grandparents Expanded Discussions
Helping Children Become Capable, Grateful, and Responsible By Dr. Gil, Creator of JeanieOlogy™ Every parent and grandparent wants children to feel confident. We want them to believe: “I can learn.” “I can try.” “I can handle difficult...
by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Parents/Grandparents, Homeschoolers Expanded Discussions
Every parent knows something their child may not fully understand yet: Childhood doesn’t last forever. Eventually, the child sitting at the kitchen table working through a math lesson will become an adult making decisions without Mom or Dad nearby. They will...
by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Parents/Grandparents, Parents & Grandparents Expanded Discussions
Helping Children Learn to Make Good Choices on Their Own By Dr. Gil, Creator of JeanieOlogy™ Every parent and grandparent knows something children may not fully understand yet: Childhood doesn’t last forever. Someday children will choose friends, manage money,...
by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Homeschoolers, Homeschoolers Expanded Discussions
Reading a favorite holiday story. Fishing with Grandpa. Cooking Grandma’s recipe. Walking on the beach together. Volunteering during the holidays. Playing games around the kitchen table. Traditions create continuity. They tell children: “This is something...
by Dr. Gil | Expanded Discussions, Parents/Grandparents, Parents & Grandparents Expanded Discussions
Passing Along the Stories, Traditions, and Values That Matter By Dr. Gil, Creator of JeanieOlogy™ Years from now, what will children remember about growing up? They may forget many school assignments and test scores. But they may remember something entirely different....