Weekly Update: December 7, 2011

News and Info for 21st Century Parents

A voice of experience shares advice for young people wanting to thrive in this global economy.

The job outlook continues to be gloomy; this is why we need to teach our children entrepreneurial skills (so at the very least they’ll have something to tide them over between jobs!)

Teach handwriting before keyboarding if you want your kids to know how to do both.

College orientation can often be quite frightening when someone’s agenda is involved.

Many young people are taking it on the chin in this economy.

What Homeschooled Kids are Missing Out On

When you’re homeschooled, your mom doesn’t get in trouble for defending you against bullies.

Parents Who Didn’t Get the Memo

Why waste time giving our young daughters practical skills and a good education? The most important thing is to make sure they know how to find the best salons for their bikini waxes.

You Can Say That Again!

At the minimum, a mechanism such as tuition tax credit or educational voucher ought to be available to allow parents and children who care to opt out of failing schools. (Walter E. Williams)

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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