Many times, teachers and parents forget who should benefit from real education. A teacher may get so involved in lesson plans, activities and curriculum they may not remember it all should revolve around the students they are trying to teach. A child-centered education puts the child in the center of the learning, and makes him or her an active part in the learning cycle.

Education is a discipline that must be learned from the very beginning of the learning process. Education begins with a discipline of the mind and body. This means before a child can truly learn, he or she must be made aware that there are certain habits that need to be formed in the mind, where the learning takes place. An example of this would be the reason a teacher must include daily drills in areas such as math and phonics.

These rote drills are not for the teachers benefit, but for the student to learn and remember his math facts. They come easily and quickly to the mind when called upon and needed. The same is true for phonics. Learning the sounds of the letters and the combination of sounds will allow the student to automatically learn a new sound and eventually remember the words on the written page.

A child-centered education involves a large and generous curriculum because the mind learns and grows on ideas. A child is capable of gathering more information than adults seem to realize. Why bring down knowledge to the child when the child learns more, and absorbs more, when you bring to the child up to the knowledge? Let him or her gather the information and watch how much more is gleaned.

A child-centered education revolves around a child. Teachers and parents can give their children a generous education filled with knowledge, whetting their appetite and inspiring them to greater heights.

Safety Tips For Traveling Alone

All drivers need to be as cautious as possible when out on the road. Drivers who are driving alone should be extra careful, especially if the motorist is a woman. Attackers often spy out people who look vulnerable. The best way to keep attackers away is to be confident in looks and mannerisms.

Park the car as close as possible to lights. Move the front car seat close to the steering wheel after exiting the vehicle because this will give a clearer view of the back. An attacker will not be able to hide behind the seat. Carry the car keys in a way for easy access and a quick way to open the car door. Inspect the car by walking around the exterior before you enter the car. Look for anything suspicious or odd looking.

Dealing With Car Break Downs

Car breakdowns can be stressful enough without the fear of an attacker lurking in the shadows. A person will be much safer inside the car, with the doors locked. Signaling for help in an emergency can be done with flashers. Roll the window down only one inch if someone approaches the car. Tell them what is going on with the car and help may be needed. Call 911 in the event of an emergency.

Safety Advice

A woman should never go on an extended trip without telling someone the intended route of the trip. Leave detailed descriptions of every stop that is intended and write down every street name and Interstate route planned along the way. Always carry a cell phone and a cell phone charger. Remember to take emergency numbers and the number of neighbors, family and friends in case an emergency happens, such as a flat tire or something else minor happens. It is well worth the extra effort if an accident happens.

If raising girls was not hard enough, add to the boiling pot modern technology, raging TV, and the ever downhill ride of some of the conditions in our public school system. No longer can we say, “It is no different now than when my grandma raised her children.” It is different, and much more scary.

I am a strong advocate for letting our children stay children as long as possible. What do I am mean by this statement? Well, in today’s world, it is so hard to find the innocent, fun toys, clothing, and games that promote childhood. Everything is geared toward growing up. Girls no longer play with dolls because even at a young age friends laugh them at if they play mommy and baby. Girls clothing is pushing towards disgusting! It’s true. Why do 5-year-old girls need mini skirts, belly tops, or high heels? And the electronic games and cartoons are full of innuendos, creepy characters, and kids who yell at mom and disobey dad. All these things lead to a child growing up beyond their needs.

What about make-up for your daughter? When is the right age to allow them to wear lipstick, perm their hair, or have bikini waxing done? 10-year-old girls are not old enough! Neither are 12-year-old pre-teens! My mother would not let me wear make-up until I turned 13. I have made that a tradition in my home as well. For each of my daughter’s 13th birthday, they received a new make-up bag filled with new make-up. They looked forward to their 13th birthday party just as much as I did at their age. It’s not special to them, or exciting, if they have been wearing make-up since childhood. Becoming a teen is a special time. Why not give your daughter something to look forward to. Why make them grow up before they have!

Another hot topic among parents of teen girls is the subject of dating. I hold a very strict standard to dating, alone, with boyfriends and girlfriends. When you let teens go out alone, with no adult supervision, you are only asking for trouble. By trouble, I mean promoting kids to do things they would never do in front of their parents or another adult. When left alone, it is a natural thing for guys and girls to want to touch, kiss, and go further. When you teach you daughter that is right and good to stay pure until after marriage, why put them in a situation where they would be tempted to do things they might regret?

Raising children, and daughters in particular, may be harder today than when your parents were teens, but the same temptations are still present. So is the peer pressure, outside influences, and the many prayers we must offer to God for help.

It’s been a loooong time, I know! I had planned on moving to a new site because my storage space is running low, and well, it’s a long story. Anyways, I am still planning on moving or upgrading my site, Guiding Your Home, but It thought I would share a few pictures I found for Spring/Summer decorating ideas. This is just a quick post. I am seriously wanting to know if I have anyone who is really interested in staying with Guiding Your Home. I have received some really nice and wonderful comments and that is so encouraging. What I want to know is…Are my readers true followers, or have a received spam. So, if you want to see Guiding Your Home continue with new articles, PLEASE post a comment on this article.

Enjoy the pictures from Martha Stewart (2, first one below), Better Homes and Garden (3, and 4) and Front Porch Ideas and More (1, at the top)

I visited this site this morning and fell in love with the feminine pictures and the simple layout. I enjoyed simply browsing through the pictures and will return again and again for a restful, peaceful time after a stressful day. Please tell me what you think!

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This picture came from the above blog. Enjoy!

Hello visitors. I wanted to let everyone know I have almost used all the storage space for this blog. We will be moving to a new location! When we get everything set up, I will be sure to put a link here so tht everyone can find my new blog! Thanks again, for your continued support!

This prairie style blouse is modest, trendy, and feminine. I love it! What about you?

My son saw these cakes on the Internet and wanted me to save them for his birthday. So here they are and I will keep you posted as to which one we use for his 8th birthday. My 2 year old will love the lady bug cake and we will probably go with one similar to this one for her.

Here is a sampling of adorable Easter outfits for boys! Hope you enjoy! Your little boys will be as well suited as your little bunnies!