By Naomi Cook “Give a Man a Fish, Feed Him For a Day. Teach a Man to Fish, Feed Him For a Lifetime.” This Chinese proverb explains the importance of education and in turn the value of responsibility and accountability for one’s self. Kids learn by example when it comes to actions. Walking, talking, laughing …
30th Anniversary Story: Julie Bailey
August 4, 2014Read Julie’s story to hear how her Franklin Planner helped her keep life as a working mother of eight organized. My story is probably much different than others. I am a mom to eight, and a wife of 32 years. I have used many different types/sizes/styles of planners to keep us all running on smooth …
Oct 22-30 is Red Ribbon Week
October 22, 2012Red Ribbon Week was invented to get your kids talking about a serious topic, and they certainly will talk. The question is will you be the one to provide a parental perspective? Red Ribbon Week automatically breaks the ice—it’s its own conversation starter. Take advantage of it and let your kids know what you see …
Read As A Family
October 15, 2012Want your children to develop a love of reading? Read with them. Even children who are too young to speak or struggle to read can benefit from having stories read to them. It helps them develop language and improve their comprehension skills. Besides that, it’s a lot of fun.