Be your kid's hero-a super spy who can write in secret code; a scientist who knows how to snap optical-illusion photographs; a master chef who can make Maple Ice Candy; and more. Cool Parent 101 includes dozens of awesome projects that any parent and child can accomplish together. These fun activities will have your child thinking that you're super smart, super fun and super cool! This book offers a wide range of creative possibilities, such as: -- How to create a homemade ant farm -- The secret to writing invisible messages -- Concocting a toy-filled Surprise Soap -- How to make your very own snow globe ... and much, much more! The lively sequel to 101 Things Every Kid Should Do Growing Up, Cool Parent 101 provides an assortment of fun, creative activities for kids between the ages of four and 12 that will make them actually want to hang out with their parents.

When his parents call off the family vacation and enroll their son in a creative writing class instead, twelve-year-old Steve comes up with a wacky moneymaking project

A successful co-parenting relationship is as vital to your child's well-being and health as nutritious food or proper exercise. Research, anecdotal evidence, and plain common sense all point to the fact that children are happier, healthier, and better adjusted when both of their parents play an active role in their lives. Studies also show that the trauma children experience in the wake of a divorce or separation can be lessened when they see their parents getting along. Kids whose parents successfully co-parent feel more secure than those who have limited or no connection to one of their parents post divorce. Co-Parenting 101 is based on the premise that co-parenting is a must, not an option. The involvement of both parents—not just the primary guardian—is the cornerstone of successful co-parenting. This is the first book written by a formerly married couple for whom co parenting is central to their day to day lives, and it offers a comprehensive, personal, and upfront look at how to effectively raise kids with an ex-spouse. Authors Deesha Philyaw and Michael D. Thomas, the creators of the popular co-parenting website, co-parenting101.org, share their own experiences raising their children together, as well as provide professional advice from co-parenting experts. Through practical tips combined with expert parental strategies, this book a great resource for divorced parents with children. For parents, less time stressed out about legal wrangling means more time to be fully present and engaged with the children. By learning to put their animosity aside, parents can focus on putting their kids first.

Make your children feel special by teaching them a "secret" their friends don't know. Cool moms go straight to the heart of whatever problem a child might encounter to solve it quickly and effectively, no nonsense, no fuss. And at the same time the child is learning a handy new skill, he or she is also learning a deeper life lesson about perseverance, patience, honesty, or courage. Using Cool Mom secrets, you can teach a child . . . How to Use Chopsticks How to Throw a Spiral Pass How to See Better in the Dark How to Spin a Basketball on One Finger How to Make the World's Best Caramel Corn How to Cruise on a Skateboard How to Identify a Poisonous Spider How to Hang a Spoon on Your Nose How to Crack an Egg with One Hand How to Weigh a Cloud . . . and 90 other ageless, practical lessons. Years later, whenever your child uses any of these skills, he or she will proudly say, "My mom taught me that." Now, is that cool, or what?

Parenting 101 is an alphabetically indexed collection of topics on the subject of raising children. The author covers a range of subjects of interest to parents of children of all ages. In a conversational tone infused with illustrative personal anecdotes, she discusses problem areas, metes out some helpful advice, and shares some of her personal thoughts on various parenting practices and trends. Some of the subjects she covers are how to put an end to whining, teaching kids about money and finances, best discipline practices, and even advice on transitioning into parenting adult children. Although there are some words of warning, primarily the book is positive and upbeat as it steers the reader through and around common pitfalls in childrearing and gives encouragement along the way. The reader will not only enjoy, but will also relate to the humorous and sometimes slightly self-effacing stories the author shares. Much of the material will seem like common sense that bears repeating, and some of it may be some new food for thought for the parent who is searching for answers. The book is designed to help parents maneuver through the parenting process without losing their minds, but the primary goal is to help them raise happy, well-adjusted children to become successful, responsible, and mature adults. Happy reading! About the Expert Melanie Miller is a high school English teacher and the mother of 3 adult children. She has long said that she has had enough experiences with children and enough stories to fill a book, so that is exactly what she has done! She has learned a lot about kids over the years and has some great stories and helpful advice to share. Her greatest achievement, Melanie claims, is that she has managed to raise 3 human beings to successful and self-supporting adulthood without losing her mind in the process or causing any permanent damage to her kids. If you would like to hear how she did that, then this book is for you. Melanie’s other interests are reading, free lance writing, trying out new restaurants, and lounging around with her three dogs and cat with which she has filled her nest so it doesn’t feel quite so empty. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Ready to start your Mom blog or enhance your existing one? This book is for you! The population of mom bloggers is growing at a stunning pace and they boast an audience of more than 23 million women reading, posting, or commenting on blogs every week. This fun and friendly guide targets moms who are looking to become a savvier blogger, build a personal brand, earn free products to review or give away, or make some extra cash through ad revenue. Named by Nielsen as one of the most influential moms online, author Wendy Piersall helps you determine the right business model for your blog and then create a professional, in-demand personal brand. Serves as a road map for the growing population of moms who are interested in creating a blog or enhancing an existing blog Explains how to define a business model, understand your reader demographics, and choose the right look and feel for your blog Addresses delicate issues such as dealing with privacy and family members who don't want to be featured on your blog Walks you through using social media to extend your personal brand, building traffic with SEO and blog networks, and having a plan and policies in place when big brands and media come calling Offers a very unintimidating format as well as the usual fun and friendly For Dummies approach This beginner guide presents baby steps for breaking into the often-daunting mom blogging community, with practical advice on how to join and become an accepted member of this exciting world.