A+ Advice for Parents by Leanna Landsmann

A+ Advice for Parents in Advice November 07, 2016

Foster 'Gratitude Attitude' to Model Good Behavior at Home

Q: My daughter's fifth-grade teacher has students keep a "gratitude" journal. She says it's part of their "social-emotional learning" curriculum. Isn't that more for Sunday school? A: Not really. T... continue

A+ Advice for Parents in Advice October 31, 2016

Teaching Kids How to Be Patient Learners

Q: My third-grader is an impatient learner. He's smart enough, but if he doesn't get something right away, he gets upset and gives up. How can I help him? A: Talk to your son about how we learn. A ... continue

A+ Advice for Parents in Advice October 24, 2016

Some Suggestions on How to Get Kids to Start Reading

Q: My son used to devour book series like "Big Nate" and "Captain Underpants" when he was younger. Now in sixth grade, he never reads for fun anymore. He seems to have lost interest in books. Shoul... continue

A+ Advice for Parents in Advice October 17, 2016

Tips on Teaching Kids How to Stand Up to Bullying

Q: Another kid calls my son names and pokes him in school. I told his fourth-grade teacher about the bullying. She said she would watch for this behavior, but suggested a website so I could teach h... continue