Age-Appropriate Chores

If you have kids in the house you know that the work can get piled up. Laundry, toys, dishes - it seems the list goes on and on. I remember as a child how important it was that I pitched in. There were a number jobs that I was responsible for. You may be wanting to give the kids in your household some chores but don't know which is the right one or the appropriate one for the age of your child. Focus on the Family has a good article that will give you some advice on assigning work for your kids.

Age-Appropriate Chores

Family Movie Night is Back!

This Friday on NBC, Family Movie Night returns with the premiere of Secrets of the Mountain. Here's a brief synopsis of the movie"

Dana James, a public defender and single mom, takes here family to visit a mountain cabin they inherited from their eccentric Uncle Henry, only to find themselves embarking on the adventure of a lifetime. You get to follow Dana and her family through a journey that will change each for them and their relationships forever. An ancient secret and a treacherous quest will test the family like never before. It's an edge-of-the-seat thriller that reminds us that when times are tough, families don't run away from problems - they run back to each other.

You and your family are not going to want to miss this great adventure. Tune in to Family Movie Night on NBC, this Friday, April 16, at 8pm est.

Dobson and Son to Host New Radio Show

Dr. James Dobson is set to host a new radio show with his son Ryan. My question: How many stations witll drop Focus on the Family for this new program just to keep Dr. Dobson's voice on their stations

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Focus on the Family Daly Responds to Woods Coverage

Focus president Jim Daly has responded to the mainstream media's continued "reporting" on Tiger Woods and his current issues. To read what he has said click the link below. Let's remember to pray of Tiger and his family during this time and that he will allow God to take a hold of his heart and life.

Focus on the Family Hits Media 'Gossip' On Tiger Woods | NewsBusters.org

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Review of Harry Potter's Latest

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince has hit the theaters and many are standing in line in their Hogwarts garb ready to be transported into the magical world once again. Focus on the Family has a pretty decent review of the latest film. Click here for more.

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Questions Parents Should Ask About School

Evidence shows that when parents are involved in their children's education, academics improves. Involvement is more than just volunteering though that is very important. To help determine involvement Marc Fey, with Focus on the Family's Community Impact outreach, has developed 20 questions parents need to ask regarding their children's school.

1. How involved am I as a parent?
2. What are the best and worst teaching strategies for my children?
3. When and how should I contact the teacher?
4. What do I need to know about Parent-Teacher conferences?
5. What should I look for when I visit my child's classroom
6. What if I have concerns about materials, programs, or policies?
   

For the rest of the list click here. Parental involvement is the key to success in any school whether it be public or private. Be ready for this school year and let you children's teachers know that you plan to be involved in a constructive way with you children's education.