Let's face it, technology is here to stay. Finding different ways to incorporate it whiel educating our kids only makes sense. We did a little research and came up with these great apps for students that can make learning a little easier. 20 Smartphone Apps For Students Evernote Available on iOS and Android The app allows you to sync your notes across all devices. Evernote also allows you to take pictures of your written notes and upload them to the app. SoundNote SoundNote is one of the best apps for students. While you're taking notes, SoundNote records what is being said around you and synchronizes both. So, if your lecturer is speaking and you're struggling to keep up, this is your go-to app. Office Lens No matter what you're studying at university, you might find you need to draw a diagram once in a while. Office Lens allows you to take a picture, and the app will crop out everything around it and give you a clear diagram. Easy. Microsoft … [Read more...]
Talking to Tweens About Suicide
Talking to Tweens About Suicide? I didn't think I would have to do this until TWO of Miss Sarah's schoolmates attempted it last year. One was a result of bullying, the other was depression from family issues. In the modern world, many lives are, unfortunately, touched by suicide. As a parent, you may want to hide the meaning of death from your tween, but in reality, this is not possible in this age of social media. If you are a parent and have heard the news of a much-publicized suicide, then chances are that your child has also heard the news. There is no denying the fact that tweens will have their reactions and feelings. But since they have less experience, compared to adults, in processing distressing news they need to be helped by a responsible and informed parent. You can start a conversation with your tween after a publicized suicide in the media. Having said that, a parent need not wait for any tragic news to start this all-important conversation. However, these sad … [Read more...]
Talking to Tweens About Bullying
Talking to Tweens About Bullying? It's been all over the news this year in middle schools and Junior high schools. Parent groups are forming, community-wide anti-bullying task forces, and more. Anti-bullying ordinances are being voted on by local governments, and school handbooks have been rewritten. Bullying is a very common problem that affects the youth of all age groups, and it can harm any student. Bullying is so dangerous that it affects the social and emotional well-being of a student, and even the overall physical health is affected. There is also a rise in the evidence that proves that bullying is somehow linked to sexual harassment and dating violence. Talking to Tweens about Bullying I know it is nothing new - bullying has been around for a long time, but here is the thing? When we were kids? There was no social media. The school yard bully was out of the picture for the 16 hours a day that we were at home with our family and friends. Now? Kids deal with it 24 … [Read more...]
Talking to Tweens About Makeup
Talking to Tweens about makeup? If your young daughter cannot check herself from observing the makeup aisle at the neighborhood drug store or the superstore then it is probably time to consider how you will talk to your tween daughter about the issue of makeup. Many companies manufacture makeup for girls; choosing a company is probably not a difficult task for you. But there are many things to consider and discuss before you allow your kid daughter to get introduced to the world of cosmetics. Talking to Tweens about Makeup Makeup and Tween Girls Most of the parents do not want their tween daughters to wear any makeup because they are afraid that their daughters will look much older and mature than they actually are and will unnecessarily attract attention that they might not be able to handle later on. Some of the mothers though want their daughters to wait till the time they can understand how to apply makeup properly and also take good care of their skin. The reasons may be many … [Read more...]
What Do You Do When A Friend Tries To Kill Themself?
What Do You Do When A Friend Tries To Kill Themself? This is my story of what I did. Middle school is tough enough - our bodies are changing, cliques are starting and we are trying to figure out exactly who we are going to be when we grow up. It is even tougher when you have a feeling that you are even more different than ninety percent of your peers. When you are a 12-year-old girl and you have that one zit on your forehead each month? It's like a billboard announcing you have your period. Heaven help you if you started earlier than the girls in your grade, or if you are a late bloomer. The friends you hung out with in Elementary school are now into different sports than you, different kinds of music, different games, and more. The weekly sleep-overs with them have ceased, and you might not be invited to birthday parties like you used to be. Your body is developing and your center of gravity is off thanks to the new boobs, or hips that seemed to pop out overnight. … [Read more...]
6 Benefits of Having Kids In Sports
Have you been tossing around the idea of putting your kids into sports? Are you trying to determine if the time and money involved are actually worth it? Team and individual sports are a commitment, but one that can be hugely beneficial for your child or children. Keep reading to see the benefits of having kids in sports. Here are just 6 benefits of having kids in sports: Sports keep kids more active, therefore healthier! It is no secret that kids benefit from physical activity, and lets face it, there are a lot of ways for kids to not get the physical activity they need these days. It is way too easy to pop Netflix on or turn on one of the countless devices the kids have to entertain them. Keeping kids physically active helps to keep them in shape which means less health problems down the road. Sports teach kids how to win and how to lose! As much as we would like to sugarcoat life for our children, the fact remains that things don’t always go our … [Read more...]
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