The Importance of Good Role Models
By David Streight, executive director of the Council for Spiritual and Ethical Education
What do we know about the importance of good role models?
Lots.
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The Importance of Good Role Models
Category: Parenting, Past Articles, Things To Do With Kids // Posted on November 30, 2008 // Leave a Comment
2008-09 Performing Arts Preview
Category: Past Articles, Things To Do With Kids // Posted on November 9, 2008 // Leave a Comment
2008-09 Performing Arts Preview
By Michelle Blair
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” -Pablo Picasso
If Picasso lived in Portland, he’d know exactly how to solve his problem: rediscover the artist you were as a child by engaging your own kids in the vibrant arts community that flourishes in the Portland area.
The Frugal Family
Category: Nutrition, Parenting, Past Articles, Things To Do With Kids // Posted on November 7, 2008 // Leave a Comment
The Frugal Family
Tips for Surviving Tough Economic Times
By Vanessa Anthony
As we all hold our breath for what the stock and housing markets will do next, the price of nearly everything continues to rise, and it’s becoming harder and harder for the average family to make ends meet. That’s why we’ve come up with some money saving tips to keep your family flourishing during these tough economic times. And it turns out that doing what’s good for your bottom line can be great for the environment and your family too!
Opportunities for Joy
Category: Health and Safety, Holidays, Parenting, Past Articles // Posted on November 7, 2008 // Leave a Comment
Opportunities for Joy
Granting Holiday Wishes for Kids at Providence Center for Medically Fragile Children
By Paula Fasano
Anita Herold knows the meaning of every sound, movement and glance from her son, 11-year-old Cameron. It’s a parent-child bond that few can understand. Cameron has severe and complex medical needs that require vigilant care from his family members, every hour of every day
Free (or Almost Free) Museums
Category: Past Articles, Things To Do With Kids // Posted on November 7, 2008 // Leave a Comment
Free (or Almost Free) Museums
Nobody wants to say the “R” word – but whether or not we’re technically experiencing a recession, families in the area are feeling the pinch.
Fortunately, many Portland area museums and attractions are giving families a break – a chance to receive free (or nearly free) admission. Here are some of the bargain museum rates around the area:
The Best Things in Life Aren’t Things
Category: Holidays, Money and Finance, Parenting, Past Articles, Things To Do With Kids // Posted on November 7, 2008 // Leave a Comment
The Best Things in Life Aren’t Things
Giving Your Kids What They Really Want for the Holiday
By Heidi Smith Luedtke
In the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, it’s easy to feel pressured by your kids’ latest material wants. Store displays and commercials have even the youngest kids clambering for bright and shiny new toys. If your child’s wish list adds up to more than you can afford and you’re tempted to spend money you don’t have, give yourself a time out.
