Steps Kids Can Take on Road to Independence

You’ve read the advice more than once–kids, even young ones, can and should help around the house. Here’s what they can do:   Make It Better asked Annette B. Kulle, Head of School at Countryside Montessori School in Northbrook for a few practical chores and activities kids can accomplish that contribute to the family. “Children […]

by MIBS

Chores Make Better Kids

We all know the routine. Ask a child to make his bed and pick up his dirty socks.  And hours later, the blankets are still twisted up on the bed, and the smelly socks still give the room a musky perfume. Rather than nag more, I sometimes think: “It’s easier if I just do it […]

by Holly Marihugh