Atlanta is where I learned the value of hard work and persistence. ~ Martin Luther King Jr. Learning is Fun! We took our grandchildren, Jackson (5 ½) and Charlie (almost 4) to the Atlanta History Museum to see the new Children’s Experience the other day because like it...
If you’re looking to secure funding for your parenting program, Active Parenting’s evidence-based funding resources and tools can help set you up for success. Programs like Active Parenting 4th Edition, Active Parenting of Teens, and Families in Action are listed as evidence-based with a scientific...
The Importance of Holiday Traditions The holidays are a time for family, friends, and of course, traditions. These cherished rituals can be anything from baking cookies together to attending a religious service. But why are traditions so important? At Active Parenting we believe that holiday traditions serve...
Gratitude for our Parent Educators As we enter this season of gratitude, we at Active Parenting reflect on the year that has passed and the partnerships that have propelled us forward in our mission. For over 40 years, Active Parenting has provided impactful resources that help...
Creating a Safe and Inclusive Halloween Halloween, with its costumes, candy, and spooky fun, holds a special place in the hearts of children. But amidst the excitement, it's crucial to ensure that this Halloween is safe and inclusive for all children, including those with disabilities and...
On August 28th the US Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an Advisory on the mental health and well-being of parents with emphasis on the urgent need for better support for parents, caregivers, and families “to help our communities thrive.” Click here to read the...
The parenting journey is not usually a straight line, there are many detours, u-turns (or switchbacks), and no two paths look the same. Coparenting (or co-parenting) is when two or more people actively participate in a child’s life. These coparents may have had a different...
LEADER CONNECTIONS: Pamela Wood Interview Transcript Our Training and Sales Manager, Micole Mason sat down with Active Parenting legend, Pamela Wood. For the past 31 years, Pamela has been guiding families through EVERY STAGE, EVERY STEP of their parenting journey as an Active Parenting National Trainer....
The back-to-school season is upon us, bringing a mix of excitement and anxiety for both parents and children. Active Parenting is here to help with school success tips you can provide the parents in your classes. Whether the children are starting kindergarten or heading back to...
National Child Safety Week is June 3-9—making it the perfect time to talk with parents about ways to keep children safe. According to the National Library of Medicine and the CDC, the leading causes of death in children and adolescents in the US are firearms,...
