About Parenting School Age Children: Parent-Kid Outdoor Time, Chores for Kids, and More

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Parenting School Age Children Parenting School Age Children School Family Life Health & Development From Katherine Lee, your Guide to Parenting School Age Children Have you done your spring cleaning yet? We are still in the midst of finishing up ours (and maintaining our continuing struggle against the ever-present dust bunnies that seem to multiply faster by the day). Doing chores around the house such as cleaning can be an excellent way to teach kids responsibility and help boost self-esteem. Also in this week's Parenting School Age Children newsletter: A recent study shows that kids are not getting enough outdoor time with parents. What can/should parents do about limited play time outdoors with kids? Giving Kids Chores That are Right for Their Age Some parents may assign kids chores that are specific tasks, such as sorting recyclables or sweeping floors. Others may have children help out with whatever needs to be done... Read more See More About:  children and chores  kids and money  The Benefits of Giving Kids Chores There are many advantages to giving kids chores to do around the house. While it can often be easier to just do the household chores yourself, the fact is that helping out with everyday tasks is important for your child's development... Read more See More About:  children and chores  children and money  10 Tips on Teaching Kids About Money It's never too early to start teaching kids about money. Grade-school age is a perfect time for teaching kids about money since children are learning addition, subtraction, and other math concepts at school... Read more See More About:  kids and money  family finances  children and chores Kids Aren't Getting Enough Outdoor Time with Parents Do you take your kids outside to play, ride bikes, and do other physical activities? I have to admit that I don't do this nearly as enough as I should, and certainly not every day... Read more K-6 Children Ads Stories for Children Children Pre School Children Parent Children Preschool Children Featured Articles Common Behavior Problems in Kids 6 Ways to Speed Up Morning Routines Spring Break Activities How to Handle Anxiety in Children Brain-Boosting Healthy Breakfasts Child Development: Your Five-Year-Old Child   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More> This newsletter is written by: Katherine Lee Parenting School Age Children Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Parenting School Age Children newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Best Ways to Build Healthy Food Habits Tips for Traveling with Kids Kids' Birthday Party Ideas How to Treat Kids’ Seasonal Allergies Kids' Sports Injury Prevention Tips   Follow me on: Advertisement