Thrive

How to raise independent and successful children to grow up into thriving adults.

What Are Critical Thinking Skills? Here’s How to Help Your Kids Develop Them

It’s no secret that critical thinking skills are essential for success in life, but how can parents help their children develop these important abilities? Critical thinking doesn’t happen naturally; it must be taught and nurtured. This article will discuss the importance of developing critical thinking skills in children and provide strategies to encourage your child’s…

Montessori Parenting: Benefits, Pros & Cons

Montessori parenting, based on the beliefs and studies of Maria Montessori, encourages children to learn through play and experience and can be an all-encompassing lifestyle. In this article, I’ll discuss some of the benefits of Montessori parenting, what type of children will thrive with this method, and any possible downfalls. What is Montessori Parenting? Montessori-style…

Teach Your Kids these Important Life Skills

As parents, we often focus on teaching our children academic skills for school success. But, many skills are necessary to succeed in LIFE; and we often forget to teach these “soft” skills.  Many children learn these skills through imitating their parents. But it’s still important to explicitly teach these critical skills because they will be…

Helping Your Child Stay Organized

Helping Your Child Stay Organized We like to think we foster independence in our children. We let them make decisions and force them to live with the consequences. ”You forgot your water bottle, and now you’re thirsty? Well, I bet you’ll remember it next time!” What if that strategy isn’t enough? If the forgetting continues,…