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Teaching the Value of Money
Asked by C.M. from Chicago
on July 26, 2011
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I'm not sure if this is typical of the age group, or if we need to do something different.
My daughter is 10, and LOVES American Girl Dolls. She has been the luckie...
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- my mom never made me save gifted money. my mom did make me earn every penny that I had in my pocket that wasn't gifted, though. when I was a kid I had to do all the la...
- Hi C., I feel for you. I've seen my girls get whiny and pouty in stores too, and it makes me crazy. I appreciate seeing the other's Mom's ideas too. I would say that w...
- There is an AG book about money! It's terrific. It seems to me that maybe she acted like a brat because it worked before. Next time - before you leave the house, ...
My Thirteen Year Old Daughter Behavior Changed Drastically Overnight
Asked by J.E. from Providence
on April 27, 2007
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Hi Moms,
I need some help. I have a 13 year old daughter whos behavior changed within the last six months drastically. I went online to look at files shes been lo...
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- ok first of all. I have to tell you I dont have a daughter but I do have 2 boys (18 &15). The 15 yrs old is the one who has given me the run for my money. There is so...
- Wow. You have a lot on your plate! It sounds like you are doing the best you can. I know that when I was that age I wasn't always honest with my parents and I did so...
- I just wanted to let you know that there is nothing you did wrong. I went through this with my oldest daughter and it really is the teen years. They test their indep...
Teaching Children Gratitude/serving
Asked by T.A. from Minneapolis
on April 14, 2007
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There was a recent post about excessive presents/stuff that got me thinking. Because everyone has different means, there really isn't an acceptable number of how many...
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- I think your article was great. It had really made me open my eyes to do more. At our house before christmas and birthdays we do box up toys that we no longer play wit...
- I received a bookmark from the agency I volunteer with this week with a quote on it from G. Donald Gale, "A pessimist, they say, sees a glass of water as being half em...
- T.: Thank you for your article. I live in a fairly affluent area where it seems to be a given that fancy electronics are given in preschool and it just keeps movin...
My 9 Year Old Daughter Seems Overly Concerned with Her Appearance.
Asked by T.A. from Dayton
on July 13, 2011
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Is it normal for her to be so concerned already? She looks in the mirror a lot, can't pass by one with out looking at herself. She is very concerned about her clothes,...
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- I haven't looked at anyone's reply but I have a 9 year old daughter and she does not really care how she looks, so I would say your daughter might be a little overly ...
- Sounds like she is just the polar opposite of you at that age, but very normal for a 9 year old girl. My 14 year old is tom boyish, no make up, definitely no pink any...
- My daughter is 8. She likes doing the 'girly' things, but it's not a constant. Like you, I'm very much a tomboy. But her stepmom is a very girly girl type. And my DD w...
What's the Attraction of Vending Machines?
Asked by N.S. from Chicago
on July 15, 2010
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Anyone else have a child that is mesmerized by vending machines? My 9-y-o SD can't walk past a vending machine without wanting something. It's like she HAS to have it!...
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- First the vending machines are located in places we know the children really should not be able to get to--like schools--then the colors of the items for sale are set ...
- Well - they are specifically designed to offer you something you want or even you don't want - it is called advertising - instant gratification.
- I think vending machine psychology works on kids the same way casino psychology works for adults! LOL
Looking for a Charity for My Son to Donate Money To
Asked by P.P. from Chicago
on June 22, 2010
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When my son has earned enough magnets for good behavior during the week, he will get $3 allowance - $1 to save, $1 to spend and $1 to share. I'd like to give him a fe...
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- What does he enjoy doing? I would look online by googling charities and then put what hobbies he enjoys. (E.G. if he likes reading look up something to do with books...
- What about a local children's hospital? Ours accepts donations to various departments as well as their free care fund for families who can't afford medical services. ...
- My daughter is 6 and has 6 chores so she gets $6. She on her own every week. Keeps $1 for her savings and gives $5 to church from her. That is also an option if you...
Is the Twighlight Series OK for My 10 Year Old?
Asked by J.R. from Tulsa
on April 5, 2009
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Hi everyone! My son is 10 and a half (4th Grade) but is mature for his age and is a very good reader. In fact, his most recent state test scores classified his readi...
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- I am on book # 4 right now Breaking Dawn and there hasnt' been anything sexual up until the last book. I wouldn't consider it graphic though, you may want to proof re...
- I agree with most posts that say you should read them first and then decide. The subject varies with each family. I have read all the books a couple of times. I lik...
- I have read the books several times and loved them. The books are really good the 4th book titled Breaking Dawn I would think about. Stephanie wrote them directed for ...
12 Year Old Tween
Asked by A.M. from Columbus
on September 4, 2010
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Ok moms,
I got it about the Tramp word and I really appreciate all the advice. Wanted to let you all know that I did take the advice and I prayed and sat down and h...
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- You also need to find a consequence and stick with it.. Changing it all around just gives her control. What is she into.. TV, IPod, computer, shopping, friends? That ...
- I'm interested to hear your responses. My tween was like that, she's now 15 and it's still the same. We have times when she's an angel, but most of the time it's the...
- SOunds ridiculous, but when a doctor told me it could be hormones.
How Can I Prevent Grandma from Giving Granddaughter Money Too Often?
Asked by D.H. from Wichita
on April 22, 2010
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My Mother will not listen when we ask her to let my daughter grow up & get a job. Daughter is 19, takes 2 classes at junior college, and will not get a job yet. She th...
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- what about having your mother put it in a bank account for her until she is 21 or so. she will then need it when she is out on her own.
- one more thought: let your Mom & your daughter read this forum!
- Good luck with this one. Grandmothers will do what they want to do. They are grown women and they love their grandchildren. If she has the money, I don't see how yo...
Marital Issues - Not Sure What to Think - Need Advice
Asked by K.U. from Detroit
on January 9, 2011
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Might be more of a vent than anything, sorry for this being soooo long...
My husband and I have been married 6 years. We met 10 years ago, he has 2 teenage sons fr...
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- You have a right to be angry and upset. Try getting a babysitter and to out as a couple and try and make friends that both of you have together. What does his ex-wif...
- Certainly the employment opportunities for your hubby aren't that great in Michigan. You have a great job, I hope you keep. He does need a wake up call of some sort....
- Marriage is a tentative dance of ups and downs and full of compromise. Sounds to me like he's living where YOU want, so he feels that you can bear the brunt of the re...
