Posts by Lynne Watts
giving kids corrective feedback
4 steps to successful feedback How many times do I have to tell you to do that the right way? What were you thinking? Aren’t you ever going to learn? Have you ever said any of the above statements? As adults, parents and educators we are frequently faced with giving children corrective feedback. How do…
Read MoreWhat if being bored is good for kids?
Three Ways to Slay the “I’m Bored” Dragon Summer is a time of relaxation and freedom. It’s unstructured days and late nights; movies and picnics, wild roller coaster rides at the theme park and lazy days poolside. But eventually something will probably rear it’s ugly head. It’s the dreaded “B” word. My kids would usually…
Read More5 Ways to Create a Summer of Renewal
Do this… Not this Does summer mean a time of renewal for you? How do you make that happen? Here’s how NOT to make it happen: Dive into the weeks ahead with no plan except to fill every moment with enriching activities. Schedule back to back camps or sports activities for the kids. Volunteer for every…
Read MoreCreating Summertime Family Fun
Personality Style Counts! Summer vacations are upon us! How do you plan your child’s activities for the summer? Is everyone off to camp or spending the day at the local pool? Are you visiting local parks or exploring a museum? The unstructured days of summer sound heavenly, but sometimes the end result falls short of the…
Read MoreBook Specials and Book Packages
Back to School Book Special Through August 3rd!! Three of my best selling books PLUS… Wyatt’s Book of Lesson Plans and Activities! All for $57.00 Wyatt Learns about Good Manners Wyatt Learns about Being Organized. Wyatt Learns about Mindset Plus Wyatt’s Little Book of Lesson Plans and Activities $57.00 (includes shipping!) Such a…
Read MoreMake summertime–reading time
Make Reading a Summer Adventure Summer is here! Planning to relax and chill out? Worried about keeping the kiddos entertained? Afraid they will be brain-dead from too much screen time by the time school starts back? Summer is a great time to encourage kids to spend time reading. Not only is it entertaining but…
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