Category - Children & Teens

 

5 minutes of caring What Are You Building? by Mary Cady Ford, December 10 (1 comment) With a little love and hard work, you can build anything. A Car Full of Goblins by Michelle Andrade, October 31 (1 comment) Ride together for Halloween. A Cool and Caring Halloween by Michelle Andrade, October 29 Use Halloween as a chance to make a difference. Have Healthy-o-ween by Michelle Andrade, October 28 Add some healthy choices to Halloween's cuisine. A Tailor-Made Halloween by Michelle Andrade, October 27 Get eco-friendly by getting creative with costume options. It's a Fair Trade Halloween by Michelle Andrade, October 24 Change up the kind of candy you’re handing out. Your Own Animal Planet by Michelle Andrade, October 23 Use caring for animals as a great teaching tool. What's In Your Cart? by Lisa Frack, October 22 It can be easy to make eco-healthy choices for your family - just ask Lisa Frack, Online Parent Organizer for the Environmental Working Group. Friendly Fall Food Reminders by Michelle Andrade, October 17 Keep your family healthy with these culinary pointers. World Food Day by Michelle Andrade, October 16 Do something about hunger right now. Blog Action Day by Michelle Andrade, October 15 And it's time to talk about poverty. National School Lunch Week by Michelle Andrade, October 13 Help make school lunches better. World Mental Health Day by Michelle Andrade, October 10 Learn what you can do to combat mental illness. What School Do You Go To? by Michelle Andrade, October 9 Not your kids...you! Talk About Prescriptions by Michelle Andrade, October 8 Have a chat with your kids about medicine. The Wisdom Of Many by Michelle Andrade, October 7 Need an idea? Rely on the experience of others. National Child Health Day by Michelle Andrade, October 6 Pledge to keep your child healthy. What's In an October? by Michelle Andrade, October 1 See what exciting things this month has in store. Carpool Central by Michelle Andrade, September 30 Carpooling is easier with centrally located meeting points. Proactively Active by Michelle Andrade, September 26 Getting active with your family will bring everyone closer together. Library Card Sign-Up Month by Michelle Andrade, September 25 Don't have a library card? Signing up is easy! Take A Child Outside Week by Michelle Andrade, September 24 (1 comment) Do something outdoors with your kids. On Survivorship by Lu Sipos, September 23 Hear from the parent of a childhood cancer survivor. Fall Into Fall by Michelle Andrade, September 22 Run headlong towards the time of year when it's perfect to be outdoors. Cafeteria Style by Michelle Andrade, September 19 Let your kids eat off the menu today. Spoken To Motivate by Michelle Andrade, September 18 Use an old speech to inspire a new passion. Childhood Cancer Month by Michelle Andrade, September 17 Get creative to fight cancer this month. Get Ready Day by Michelle Andrade, September 16 Help your family be ready for anything. The Shirt Off Your Back by Sam Davidson, September 15 Donate clothing along with paper and pencils. How to Pack a Green Lunch by Michelle Andrade, September 10 Make your kids' lunches eco-friendly. It's a Date! by Michelle Andrade, September 8 Demonstrate better relationships by planning special outings. Reading is Fun(damental) by Kathy Dippolito, September 5 (1 comment) Reading books as a family makes it more fun. I Can See Clearly Now by Michelle Andrade, September 4 Help keep your kids' eyes safe. A September to Remember by Michelle Andrade, September 2 Your family can commemorate lots of things this month. Child Labor (the good kind) by Michelle Andrade, September 1 Honor the work your children do today. In the Center of Nature by Michelle Andrade, August 21 See what your local nature center has in store. Supply a School by Michelle Andrade, August 18 Double up on the school supplies when shopping for your own. Pick a Mascot by Michelle Andrade, August 11 The Olympics can represent a lot. Two Little Piggies by Michelle Andrade, August 7 Here's an easy way to teach your kids about philanthropy. Canvas The Place by Michelle Andrade, August 5 Here are some more facts about those nasty plastic bags. What's On Your Skin? by Michelle Andrade, August 4 (2 comments) See what's in the soap your kids are using. Say Hello to August by Michelle Andrade, August 1 A new month begins today. How will you celebrate? Get Started Safely by Michelle Andrade, July 31 (1 comment) Make sure the seat is safe when riding with children. Written In Green by Michelle Andrade, July 29 Make your writing greener with better pens and pencils. Hot Stuff by Michelle Andrade, July 28 Be safe and eco-friendly while grilling out. The Buddy System by Michelle Andrade, July 24 (1 comment) Add new recruits to the social change revolution. Pack it Again, Sam by Michelle Andrade, July 21 (1 comment) Reuse old packaging as much as you can. S.W.A.K. by Michelle Andrade, July 17 (2 comments) Write a real letter to someone you know and S.W.A.K. (seal with a kiss). Speak Up on Aisle 9 by Michelle Andrade, July 15 If your store doesn't have organic products, say something about it. Cooks Aplenty, Cooks Galore by Michelle Andrade, July 14 (1 comment) Use mealtime as a teaching time. Be an Air Expert by Michelle Andrade, July 11 What do you know about air quality? The Meaning of It All by Michelle Andrade, July 9 Learn a meaningful new word and teach it to your kids. Don't Ever Give Up by Michelle Andrade, July 8 (1 comment) Continue to make a difference, you philanthropist, you. My Eyes! by Sam Davidson, July 7 Put on the sunglasses this month. Help Seven At Once by Michelle Andrade, July 3 (1 comment) Organ donation is vital. Keep The River by Michelle Andrade, July 2 Help the Riverkeepers keep our rivers clean. Carpool Ease by Michelle Andrade, June 30 (1 comment) Carpooling can be made easier. Red Light, Green Light by Michelle Andrade, June 27 (1 comment) Use your kids to coast and save gas. Pedal Power by Michelle Andrade, June 26 (1 comment) Ride a bike to get where you're headed. Books and Authors a Million by Michelle Andrade, June 25 Go deeper than the book and learn about an author. Media Fast by Michelle Andrade, June 24 (2 comments) Bypass your reliance on digital entertainment. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Remind by Michelle Andrade, June 20 Put recycling on the calendar. Star Light, Star Bright by Kathy Dippolito, June 19 (1 comment) What do you know about the night sky? Fun at Farmers Markets by Michelle Andrade, June 16 (1 comment) Find one near you. Day of the Dad by Michelle Andrade, June 13 Celebrate dad this weekend. Get It For Free by Michelle Andrade, June 11 (3 comments) It's easy to not buy stuff. Why It's Called New(s) by Michelle Andrade, June 10 Find a new place for your news. Cannonball!!! by Michelle Andrade, June 9 (1 comment) Make sure you follow these summertime rules. An Environmental Face Forward by Michelle Andrade, June 5 Today is World Environment Day. Next Steps in Africa by Michelle Andrade, June 4 Here's what some folks are doing over there. It's June! by Michelle Andrade, June 2 (2 comments) And that means big things are in store! Share The Mail by Kathy Dippolito, May 30 Send letters and learn a lot. Meet A New Animal by Michelle Andrade, May 29 Introduce the family to a new species. Read To Feed by Michelle Andrade, May 28 Read and raise money. It's a win-win. Big Fan by Michelle Andrade, May 27 (3 comments) Are you a fan of the fan? Visit a Cemetery by Michelle Andrade, May 26 When else but today? Coffee Plants by Michelle Andrade, May 23 (2 comments) Dump out old coffee grounds with the kids! Tell Someone! by Michelle Andrade, May 22 (2 comments) Let them know they did a great job. Talk to a Senior by Michelle Andrade, May 21 Bridge the generation gap with a hello. Buddy Up to the Doctor by Michelle Andrade, May 20 Go with a friend to their next appointment. Allergy Alert by Michelle Andrade, May 19 Do you know who's allergic to what? Reuse It by Michelle Andrade, May 16 Clean your house and reuse almost everything! Carry It Along by Michelle Andrade, May 15 Use fewer towels by taking your own. National Foster Care Month by Michelle Andrade, May 14 (2 comments) Make a difference for kids outside your family. Just Pick It Up! by Michelle Andrade, May 13 Carry the essentials with you. Brain Food by Michelle Andrade, May 12 Help your family get smarter at the dinner table. Celebrate Mom by Luanne Davidson, May 9 Hear from a mom on how to celebrate mom. An African Education by Michelle Andrade, May 8 Educate your family about another world. World AIDS Orphans Day by Sam Davidson, May 7 Your voice is their future. Search Before You Donate by Michelle Andrade, May 6 (2 comments) Investigate with your family where your money's going. May Is by Michelle Andrade, May 5 May is a bunch of stuff. Here's what we found. Talk About Volunteering by Michelle Andrade, May 2 Have a conversation about helping others. Go State! by Michelle Andrade, May 1 Visit your local State Park! Be Cool, CarPool by Michelle Andrade, April 30 Join with others at the end of each month. Every Single Minute by Michelle Andrade, April 29 Mental illness affects the whole family. National Safe Kids Week by Michelle Andrade, April 28 Help keep every child safe. Arbor Day by Michelle Andrade, April 25 Tree education is of utmost importance. No Place Like Home by Jenny Magill, April 24 Make a difference in a child's life. Administrative Professionals' Day by Michelle Andrade, April 23 Thank those who specialize in getting it done. Go Organic for Earth Day by Michelle Andrade, April 22 (1 comment) Take a small organic step for the planet. Muggin' It by Michelle Andrade, April 21 (2 comments) Reusable mugs for the kids, too? You got it. Bring Light by Sam Davidson, April 18 Fund something important. Smaller Can Last Longer by Michelle Andrade, April 17 Where can your money make the biggest difference? Stimulate Someone's Life by Michelle Andrade, April 16 Here's how you can still shop and help others. Donate That Refund by Michelle Andrade, April 15 At least some of it. Buy Twice by Michelle Andrade, April 14 And help out someone near you. Unplug Your Kids by Michelle Andrade, April 11 (2 comments) See what happens when your kids de-digitalize. Stories of Survival by Michelle Andrade, April 9 Share with your kids the stories of those who've survived. A Bag to Remember by Michelle Andrade, April 8 (3 comments) Stash those canvas bags somewhere you won't forget. It's April! by Michelle Andrade, April 7 Which means we can learn a lot (and then teach our kids). Medicine Cabinet Clean Out by Michelle Andrade, April 3 What to do with those expired medications? April Fools? by Michelle Andrade, April 1 Be foolish in a good way. Drink It Up by Michelle Andrade, March 31 (1 comment) Grab some tasty water for you and the family. Lights Out by Michelle Andrade, March 28 Celebrate Earth Hour in a creative way. This Little Light of Mine by Michelle Andrade, March 27 (1 comment) Make a game out of saving energy. Dress with a Message by Michelle Andrade, March 26 Messages matter - even on kids' clothes. Play Fair by Michelle Andrade, March 25 Teach your kids where their stuff came from. For The Trees by Michelle Andrade, March 24 (1 comment) Save the trees. World Water Day by Michelle Andrade, March 21 Talk to your family about water. Water Use Inventory by Michelle Andrade, March 20 Get the kids involved in saving water at home. Get Some Good News by Michelle Andrade, March 19 Tired of reading the same old bad news? Go Back to School by Michelle Andrade, March 18 Find out what's needed at a local school. What's In a Food? by Michelle Andrade, March 13 Do you know what you’re serving your kids? 24-Hour Waiting Period by Michelle Andrade, March 12 (2 comments) Begin a family shopping policy. It's March! by Michelle Andrade, March 11 And that means there's a lot to learn (and to do). Most Important Meal Of The Day by Michelle Andrade, March 10 Take a FAST BREAK for your kids this morning. Sing, Sing A Song by Robin Shoemaker, March 7 (1 comment) Sing it loud. Clean Common Room by Michelle Andrade, March 6 Cleaning the playroom and living room. Looks Of Life by Michelle Andrade, March 5 How can we teach our children about open mindedness? Don't Throw Until You Know by Michelle Andrade, March 4 Know what you can recycle on the curb before you throw it into the bin. Not Just For Sunburn by Rachel Jimenez, March 3 Aloe Vera is for more than just sunburn. Model Your Kids by Kathy Dippolito, February 29 Build a model with your kids today. Bedroom Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 28 Keep that bedroom clean by starting small! Meaningful To You by Michelle Andrade, February 27 Start a Petition. Reuse-Box by Michelle Andrade, February 26 See how many different types of cardboard boxes you can use for art projects. Health Instead Of Weight by Michelle Andrade, February 25 Let's work to talk with out kids more about health and less about weight. Back-To-Front by Kathy Dippolito, February 22 .yadot eb uoy nac yllis woH Bathroom Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 21 Step into the bathroom in a new light. Self-Esteem For Goods by Michelle Andrade, February 20 Build your kids' self-esteem and reduce their need for stuff. Lunch Back Home by Michelle Andrade, February 19 Bring those recyclables back home today. Teeth Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 18 February is National Children's Dental Health Month Love My Family by Kathy Dippolito, February 15 Help the love to last all year with a special "I Love You" box for each member of the family. Love My Cleaning by Michelle Andrade, February 14 Week of Love: Love Our Cleaning Love My Self by Michelle Andrade, February 13 Week of Love: Love Our Selves Love My Environment by Michelle Andrade, February 12 Week of Love: Love Our Environment Love My Community by Michelle Andrade, February 11 (2 comments) Week of Love: Love Our Community Hide and Surprise by Kathy Dippolito, February 8 Play a game of "Hide and Surprise" with the entire family. Kitchen Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 7 (2 comments) Here are some tips to make cleaning the kitchen a little tidier in less time. Kisses and Hugs by Michelle Andrade, February 6 Show affection toward your kids on a regular basis -- make it a family tradition. Two Hands by Michelle Andrade, February 5 Have your children use two hands when brushing their teeth, but only one is needed on the brush. What's Up Doc? by Michelle Andrade, February 4 The common phrase of whom? Bugs Bunny, of course! How can you incorporate carrots into your meals today? Do Something by Kathy Dippolito, February 1 (4 comments) Do something nice for someone else without being caught. When Is Enough Enough? by Michelle Andrade, January 31 Clean up and clean out the house. Then, make a firm resolve to buy less because enough is enough. Buttons and Things by Sam Davidson, January 30 (3 comments) Reuse is better than recycling. What's In A Can? by Michelle Andrade, January 29 Teach your children about recycling and have them put the items in the bin! The Night Before by Michelle Andrade, January 28 Take a few minutes the night before to make lunches WITH your kids. Movie Night With A Twist by Kathy Dippolito, January 25 (2 comments) Take your family time back in time with classic movies! H2O2 by Michelle Andrade, January 24 Look at ways you can use hydrogen peroxide. Set An Example by Michelle Andrade, January 23 Set an example by exercising with your kids. Water Sense by Michelle Andrade, January 22 Being more efficient with your appliances. What To Do With This Day by Michelle Andrade, January 21 Listen to the words of MLK, Junior. MLK Jr. Day by Michelle Andrade, January 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is Monday, January 21, 2008. Vinegarity by Michelle Andrade, January 17 Not just for collard greens this winter; try some great uses for vinegar that are safe for our kids. Self Aware by Michelle Andrade, January 16 By helping our children see people in need and showing them how to help, we teach them how to be self aware. The MLK, Jr. of Your Life by Michelle Andrade, January 15 Who in your life possesses the characteristics of Martin Luther King, Jr? YoYo Juice by Michelle Andrade, January 14 Be creative in feeding your child. No Grown-Ups Allowed! by Kathy Dippolito, January 11 Leave your grown-up hat at the door and have some kid-like fun with YOUR kids. Pass the Radon Test by Sam Davidson, January 10 (1 comment) January is National Radon Action Month. Let Freedom Ring by Michelle Andrade, January 9 Let independence ring with your kids in your house today. Nalgene + Brita = GOING GREEN by Michelle Andrade, January 8 (2 comments) Make a pledge to ditch plastic water bottles. Where'd You Get Those Peepers? by Michelle Andrade, January 7 Eye safety for our children is more important than we may think. A Few of My Favorite Things by Kathy Dippolito, January 4 (1 comment) An activity to bring your favorite things that may be a season away into your home today. Leave your Shoes at the Door by Michelle Andrade, January 3 (6 comments) Shoes off to this idea. Time Out by Michelle Andrade, January 2 (2 comments) Take some time for YOURSELF when you feel some unwanted behavior coming out. Go Green in Groceries by Michelle Andrade, January 1 (3 comments) How to buy more eco-friendly when at the grocery store. A New Year - Change Your Mind by Michelle Andrade, December 31 (2 comments) Change your perspective in this new year! Let the Holiday Spirit Last All Year by Kathy Dippolito, December 28 (2 comments) Keep your holiday cards to spread the love throughout the year. Put It Away by Michelle Andrade, December 27 As you clean up from Christmas, take the chance to talk about gratitude and use put-away time as a chance to encourage your children to donate their unused toys - since they now have all these new ones. Save it all! by Michelle Andrade, December 25 Happy Holidays! Make sure to save all that wrapping paper this morning! Tell It In A Story by Michelle Andrade, December 21 Take a journey with the kids today and have them tell it to you in a story. Please Clean Up that Mess! by Michelle Andrade, December 20 (2 comments) Cleaning up messes can be friendly for our kids and the Earth! Kids Helping Kids by Michelle Andrade, December 19 How can we teach our kids about helping other kids around the world? Shop till you Drop! (Or Not) by Michelle Andrade, December 18 How will you shop this Holiday season? Make it safe and caring. For the Birds by Kathy Dippolito, December 14 (1 comment) Easy treats to make for our fine feathered friends and bring the family together for some quality time. Parking It! by Michelle Andrade, December 13 It is easy to pick up trash together as you walk to and from the park. What Do You Think? by Michelle Andrade, December 12 Give your kids a response when talking to them and you encourage their ability to speak freely and feel heard. That's a Wrap by Michelle Andrade, December 11 What is your wrapping going to be like this Holiday Season? Picture Paper by Michelle Andrade, December 7 Use a nice trick to reuse some of those old magazine to make some nifty wrapping paper! Check Please! by Rachel Jimenez, December 6 Check the labels on items in your home. You never know what might be in them! Help! by Michelle Andrade, December 5 We need help sometimes, and so do they! Collect Away! by Michelle Andrade, December 4 What to do with those envelopes? We have an idea! Let's Go Fly a Kite! by Kathy Dippolito, November 30 Let's go fly a kite... and send it soaring! Fill the Land by Michelle Andrade, November 29 What is the difference if we recycle or not? Responsible One by Michelle Andrade, November 28 Give the gift of responsibility to you kids! Adopt a New Family Member by Michelle Andrade, November 27 Before you spend hundreds on that pure-bred puppy, see if adopting may be better for your family! Be Thankful All Year Long by Kathy Dippolito, November 23 We know Thanksgiving is a day for giving thanks, but what about the rest of the year? Thanks Giving by Michelle Andrade, November 22 How do you say thanks to your kids? Small Token by Michelle Andrade, November 21 (2 comments) Been away from the kids? Maybe bring something special back... Casa Verde by Michelle Andrade, November 20 Casa Verde = Green Home

one minute nibbles Cool Moms In The Community: Books Inspire Change by Michelle Andrade, October 21 "I never thought I would sell anything but felt compelled to introduce these books to as many children as I could," says Megan Salyer Freund of Barefoot Books. Beyond Fair by Michelle Andrade, October 14 Jewelry brings water to Africa? Cool People In The Community: Whispers Of Hope Inspires by Michelle Andrade, October 7 (1 comment) I feel that from my personal experience, I can share words of hope, empowerment, and encouragement "that anything is possible if you put your mind to it.” I believe that if I continue to give unconditionally of myself, I can spread the message and eventually elevate and eliminate discrimination one person at a time. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Convened My Own Supreme Court by Luanne Davidson, October 2 Take some time as a family to get involved in the judicial system. Wanting Less, To Save The World by Michelle Andrade, September 30 (2 comments) Changes in life can be about fear, but how do we let our fear show? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Given My Own Awards by Luanne Davidson, September 25 (2 comments) By encouraging our children in the day-to-day activities, we prepare them for being a success in the real world. Greener, Cleaner Community by Julie Berbiglia, September 23 20 Weeks of How to Make Your City Cleaner and Greener Join a Virtual Walk by Sam Davidson, September 19 It's Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and you can help fight this disease, from right where you are. CureSearch is looking for 12,500 people to be part of their virtual walk – the same number of kids that are diagnosed with cancer each year. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Chosen More Role Models by Luanne Davidson, September 18 Talk with you children about who they admire and why. Cool People In The Community: Meet Doe Run Farm by Michelle Andrade, September 16 An interview with local farmer, and empty-nester, Judy McGary of Doe Run Farm. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Written Better Job Descriptions by Luanne Davidson, September 11 Clearly define responsibilities for everyone in the family and there's no need for confusion or fuss. Walking Towards a Cure by Heather Dubuque, September 9 If you're looking for ways to get your family out in the community and making a difference together, consider participating in a local run or walk. In this article, Heather Dubuque, founder of The Lillian Nanny Agency, details what you need to keep in mind. Cool People In The Community: Eco-Me by Michelle Andrade, September 8 "We like to think of Eco-Me as a Health and Wellness company that helps us focus on ourselves and our homes first," says Robin Levine, from Eco-Me. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Staged My Own Pentathlon by Luanne Davidson, September 4 Champion the family together for a cleaning events. Spaces Simplified, part 3 by Michelle Andrade, September 2 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda: I Should Have Employed My Own Child Labor by Luanne Davidson, August 28 Fully employ your children with activities appropriate for their age and you will teach them true responsibility. Spaces Simplified, part 2 by Michelle Andrade, August 26 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Called More Do-Overs by Luanne Davidson, August 21 (1 comment) Do-overs are great in sports, but what about in all of life's obstacles? Maybe we can give our kids another chance. Spaces Simplified, Part 1 by Michelle Andrade, August 19 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Done My Homework For The New School Year by Luanne Davidson, August 7 As the school year quickly approaches, we discuss ways to be better prepared. Cool Families Host AFS Students by Michelle Andrade, August 6 AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools, and communities through a global volunteer partnership. Cool Moms In The Community: Encouraging Philanthropy at a Young Age, part II by Beth Kanter, August 5 Beth Kanter, mother of many trades, speaks to us about raising our children to be philanthropically minded. Last week,Beth began sharing with us how she has brought giving into her daily life with her children. This week, she shares more ideas that she has done in her own home to help teach her children about making a difference. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Put My Children In The Driver's Seat Earlier by Luanne Davidson, July 31 When we give our children a turn at the driver's seat, we are allowing them the opportunity to practice being in control, make decisions, and understand responsibility and accountability. Cool Moms In The Community: Encouraging Philanthropy at a Young Age by Beth Kanter, July 29 Beth Kanter, mother of many trades, speaks to us about raising our children to be philanthropically minded. Digging In The Dirt by Michelle Andrade, July 25 Let your kids be a part of the planting, watering, watching, digging, cleaning, cutting, cooking AND eating and they will see the entire food process! Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Encouraged My Children's Soapboxes by Luanne Davidson, July 24 Raising our children to be aware of the world around them will encourage them in their own philanthropic journey. Do Something Green by Tamara Batarseh, July 23 We all know how cool it is to make a difference, so make a more conscious effort to do something GREEN. Television and Me by Michelle Andrade, July 21 For me or not? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Declared the Dog Days of Summer by Luanne Davidson, July 17 Take this summer to have some dog-gone fun! Do Something Creative by Tamara Batarseh, July 16 Show your creativity to your children and they will be inspired to seek out their own. Picking Tomatoes by Michelle Andrade, July 15 (1 comment) Backyard farming is more than just a great thing for the Earth... it's also an amazing learning experience. Gardening is truly a family affair. A Complaint Free World by Michelle Andrade, July 14 (2 comments) Our perspective can change the way we save the world. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Shoulda Christmas-ed In July by Luanne Davidson, July 10 (1 comment) Many organizations reap the benefits of giving around Christmas time. Bring that giving spirit into the summer months, too, by Christmas-ing in July. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Shoulda Celebrated More Independence Days by Luanne Davidson, July 3 (1 comment) Celebrate your child's growing independence as they move from childhood on up. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Created More Collages by Luanne Davidson, June 26 Collage making with our kids can be a valuable tool in teaching diversity, similarity, and self-expression. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Set Up Summer on the Summer Solstice by Luanne Davidson, June 19 Take this summer solstice to set the tone for the entire summer. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Shoulda Flown A Flag On Father's Day by Luanne Davidson, June 12 (1 comment) This weekend has Flag Day and Father's Day. How will you and your family celebrate? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Fed The Birds by Luanne Davidson, June 5 (2 comments) Learn about birds with your kids through the art of bird watching. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Written My Own Book by Luanne Davidson, May 29 What kind of book will you and your family write? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Woulda Remembered On Memorial Day by Luanne Davidson, May 22 How can you and your kids remember? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Would Have Taught More Economics Class At Home by Luanne Davidson, May 15 (1 comment) Taking the time to teach our children vital home economics tools will help them as they grow. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Coulda Helped With Mother's Day by Luanne Davidson, May 8 Mother's Day does not have to be done without mom's participation. Cool Kids Care About The Earth by Michelle Andrade, May 5 (1 comment) See the winners from our 2008 "Cool Kids Care About the Earth" Art Contest! Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Would Have Danced Around The May Pole by Luanne Davidson, May 1 Take the opportunity to celebrate May Day with the family. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Accomplished More Field Trips by Luanne Davidson, April 24 Going out as a family can be more than just a chore. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Painted More Pottery by Luanne Davidson, April 3 Spend some time with your family making pottery. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Used More Commas by Luanne Davidson, March 27 Slow down and put pauses into your life. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Baked More Cookies by Luanne Davidson, March 20 (1 comment) Bake together as a family to teach your children lessons for school and life. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Should Have Celebrated More Holidays by Luanne Davidson, March 13 Celebrate some holidays other than the traditional ones we all know about. Welcome to CoolMomsCare! by Michelle Andrade, March 7 Got a minute? Take your coat off and stay a while! We are glad you are here. CoolMomsCare is here to inspire, encourage and guide you on this journey to Saving the World, One Kid at a Time. Sow A Thought by Michelle Andrade, January 28 Sow a thought, and you reap an act; Sow an act, and you reap a habit; Sow a habit, and you reap a character; Sow a character, and you reap a destiny. **Charles Reade** Get Even by Michelle Andrade, January 21 (1 comment) The only people to get even with are the people who have helped you. **Anonymous** If You Don't Like Something by Michelle Andrade, January 14 If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. Don't complain. **Maya Angelou** Art of Awakening Their Natural Curiosity by Michelle Andrade, January 7 The whole art of teaching is only the art of awakening the natural curiosity of young minds for the purpose of satisfying it afterwards. **Anatole France** Another Fresh New Year by Michelle Andrade, December 31 (2 comments) Another fresh new year is here.. Another year to live! To banish worry, doubt, and fear, To love and laugh and give! **William Arthur Ward** Animals by Michelle Andrade, December 28 Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. **George Eliot** When You Feel Like Giving Up by Michelle Andrade, December 27 When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place. **Unknown** Experience by Michelle Andrade, December 26 Experience is not what happens to you; it is what you do with what happens to you. **Aldous Huxley** Christmas Thoughts by Michelle Andrade, December 25 Love is what's in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen. **Another Kid** What Love Looks Like by Michelle Andrade, December 24 What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like. **Saint Augustine** Motivate Daily by Michelle Andrade, December 21 People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily. **Zig Ziglar** Final Forming of a Person's Character by Michelle Andrade, December 20 Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands. **Anne Frank** Keep Yourself Centered by Michelle Andrade, December 19 You have a very powerful mind that can make anything happen as long as you keep yourself centered. **Dr. Wayne W. Dyer** Motivation by Michelle Andrade, December 18 Motivation comes from within. **Author Unknown** Ordinary Situations by Michelle Andrade, December 17 Do not wait for extraordinary circumstances to do good action; try to use ordinary situations. **Jean Paul Richter** Human Choice by Michelle Andrade, December 14 The strongest principle of growth lies in human choice. **George Eliot** Your thoughts by Michelle Andrade, December 13 (4 comments) Your thoughts are the architects of your destiny. **David O. McKay** What Worth by Michelle Andrade, December 12 (2 comments) What worth has beauty if it is not seen? **Italian Proverb** I cherish you by Michelle Andrade, December 10 Children will not remember you for the material things you provided but for the feeling that you cherished them. **Richard L. Evans** Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: Taught a new word a Day by Luanne Davidson, December 6 What words are you teaching your kids? Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: Done It Differently … Maybe? by Luanne Davidson, November 29 A mom looks back and wonders what she could have done different.