These practical tips help our children understand what’s truly necessary and what’s not. They’re even a helpful reminder for ourselves as well. Teaching kids about finances doesn’t have to feel like meeting with your accountant. One of the most important lessons you can teach your kids about money has nothing to do with dollars and…
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3 Simple Steps to a Neater Handwriting
With a bit of practice, your child can have neat, easy to read handwriting when you help him or her master these simple rules. Often all a poor handwriting really needs is a few simple tweaks. A more legible, clearer handwriting can help your child succeed academically and build up his or her confidence! Practice…
Get Bedtime Back on Track with This Chart. Download and Print!
Let your kids check off their pre-bedtime to-do list without the endless nudging. Download and print this adorable chart! If there’s one time period of the day where an assistant would really come in handy, it’s bedtime. On Between Carpools, we’ve shared lots of tips over the years about bedtime and sleep for all ages,…
Sending Him Back to Yeshiva – with Love That Lasts Beyond Goodbye
You can be there for your son–even when he’s not at home. There’s something tender about packing up again after bein hazmanim. The folded shirts, the snacks tucked into the corner, the tefillin bag checked one more time, it’s all familiar. But behind the packing lists and reminders lies something deeper: The quiet hope that…
How to Replace “I Hate Math” with “Wait, That’s Actually Cool!”
When your child declares war on fractions, these simple shifts can transform homework battles into breakthrough moments. “I’m not a math person. I hate math.” If you’ve heard these words from your child, you’re not alone. I hear this constantly, and honestly? It breaks my heart every time. Because here’s what I’ve discovered after working…
Preventing Kriah Delays in Kindergarten-1st Grade
Sometimes, there’s an underlying reason why your child is not catching on as quickly as his peers. These fun and productive exercises can help you pinpoint the source of the weakness. These exercises are also helpful for teachers to identify why your student may be struggling and what to work on. Educational research has come…
Parent Without Guilt: 5 Reasons to Let It Go for Good
It’s not constructive to hang onto the guilt for something you did or didn’t do as a parent. If there’s one thing I hear from mothers all the time, it’s this: “I feel so guilty.” Guilty for losing patience. Guilty for not spending enough time. Guilty for not getting it “just right.” But here’s the…
The Last Minute Items You Need for Back to School
You’ve shopped your supply list. But there’s still some things hanging. Here’s some quick clicks to our favorites. And, yes, these items will still come on time! See this post for the top school supplies that teens love. Still looking for a backpack? See our backpack roundup over here. Read this post to prepare your daughter for her personal…
Is Your Child Anxious About School? This Download Will Help Empower Them.
Introduce your child to the concept of “The Circle of Control” to help put things into perspective. The start of school brings a mix of emotions. We try to gear up our children so that they are excited. We’ve gotten ourselves organized and ready for the fresh start. We’ve davened for our children to be…
Easy Ways to Get Your Younger Children School-Ready
Does your primary or first grade child have a hard time following instructions? For young children starting elementary school, it can be overwhelming. These simple, practical ideas will get them school-ready and be better equipped to handle the structure and expectations. It’s that time of year. Even before one lesson is taught, if you know…
