Have you ever noticed that whenever little kids draw adults, they usually include big nostrils? There’s a reason for that. Think about a kid’s perspective. When they’re about three feet tall, and they look up an adult that’s five or six feet tall . . . what do they see? Nostrils. Big nostrils. When they’re […]
Parenting
How Our Conversations Shape Our Kids
When our son was little, someone asked him, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” We expected him to say, “a fireman” or “a doctor” or “an astronaut.” His answer surprised us all: “I want to be honest.” Now, at age 32, Tim has fulfilled his childhood dream. He’s one of the most honest people […]
Keeping Your Kids Curious
Kids are naturally curious. If you’ve spent any time around four-year olds, you know how many times they ask, “Why?” Because of that curiosity, they explore. When they discover how to do something they repeat it, over and over again. Nobody forces them; they do it for the sheer enjoyment of discovery. Most adults have […]