Archive for May, 2008

The Parents Television Council

The Parents Television Council (PTC) has been a watchdog of family values on television since it was founded in 1995 by longtime political activist L. Brent Bozell III. It is a US-based nonprofit organization which aims to "restore television to its roots as an independent and socially responsible entertainment medium". The […]

Manga: Parents Just Don’t Understand!

Chances are, if you’re reading this, your kids are crazy about Japanese comic books and animation. They’re probably begging you to buy them the next book or DVD that you’ve never heard of. "What’s going on here?!" you might ask yourself. "We’re Americans! Why do my kids love this Japanese stuff?"
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Sometimes Parents “Win” By Giving In

“Mom I want to put lavender and green streaks in my hair. All my friends are doing it.”
Needless to say Mom’s hair turned a few colors on the spot. And Dad? What’s left of his hair was standing straight as he responded, “No daughter of mine is dying her hair […]

The Downside of Parents Working Home 

I kept reading over and over again to get your own domain name and create your own web site. Then incorporate all your affiliate links into your new web site. Create a theme and join affiliate programs related to that theme. But I knew nothing about creating a web site. And what […]

Old Age Townships For The Lonely Parents 

A Modern Day Solution For The Lonely Parents Of NRIs
Gujarat’s senior citizens, whose children have flown the coop to different corners of the globe, no longer have to look to Mumbai or Delhi for a place in retirement homes or sharing a room in an Old Age home.
This west […]

Great Tips on Getting Your Kids to Read

No one ever became a worse reader by reading more. This is at least what my mom told me, and what I tell to my students. However, as any parent knows, it is often a struggle to get children to appreciate the joys of reading.
In todays fast paced information age, […]

Fairly Odd Parents Parties are a Magical Good Time! 

Celebrate your next child’s birthday by throwing a Fairly Odd Parents Party. Decorate the party in pink and green to match the colors of the television show. Use pink and green cups, plates and utensils or purchase the pre-made party ware online or from a local party store.
Plan ahead and […]