Monthly Archives: November 2011

News and Info for 21st Century Parents

Teens are finding success in real estate, even in a down market.

Our standard of living continues to decline, making it more important than ever to raise money-smart kids.

Is learning to write in cursive a necessary part of a 21st century education? Some schools have stopped teaching cursive, while this teacher thinks cursive is absolutely necessary.

Here’s an occupation in a growing industry that pays $200,000 annually …. with no college education required.

What Homeschooled Kids are Missing Out On

Tragically, it’s becoming more common for children, even 10-year-olds, to see suicide as a solution to being bullied by classmates.　

Parents Who Didn’t Get the Memo

Parents who spoil their children create spoiled, debt-ridden young adults.

You Can Say That Again!

I’ve concluded that genius is as common as dirt. We suppress our genius only because we haven’t yet figured out how to manage a population of educated men and women. The solution, I think, is simple and glorious. Let them manage themselves. (John Taylor Gatto)

So, how are you preparing your children to thrive in the 21st century? Check out the links to the left for articles and information that will help you.

See you next Wednesday,

Barbara Frank

www.thrivinginthe21stcentury.com

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