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A Principal's Perspective on Raising Happy Kids

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Supporting our Upper Primary Students: Encouraging Growth and Independence

August 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Communication, Emotions, Family, Independence, Parenting

Raising teenagers can be a challenge, here are some tips on how to encourage growth and independence.

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August 01, 2023 /Gail Smith /Source
teenager, raising teenagers, family, Emotions, Parenting, parenting Tips
Behaviour, Communication, Emotions, Family, Independence, Parenting
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Are you ready for your child becoming a teenager?

February 09, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Communication, Emotions, Teen years, teenager

Raising a teenager can be difficult. Read some parenting tips on how to strengthen your relationship with your teenager.

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February 09, 2023 /Gail Smith /Source
teenager, raising teenagers, teen, Parenting, parenting Tips
Behaviour, Communication, Emotions, Teen years, teenager
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You have produced a book that contains specific ways in helping young children, families, teachers, and others toward the goal of raising happy children.
I find it a reminder for adults to take a look at ourselves and revue the lessons we may have forgotten in the turmoil of living.
Wise and well done, Gail.
Nadine M