The Whistle Stop Blog

1. Promotes Independence As children get older, some want to rely less and less on their family to feel more independent. A locked journal gives them just that by creating a sense of control and authority over an object that’s all their own. 2. Refines Spelling Learning is more enjoyable when you don’t even realize you’re doing it. When journaling...

While we all look forward to summer, parents are not alone when worrying about their kids’ education and the potential ‘summer slide’ caused by summer break. Summer Slide refers to the loss of academic skills and knowledge over the course of summer vacation. The last thing any parent wants is to take away from their kids’ summer fun, but at...

As a parent, there are many values and morals to try to teach a child, at any age, but inspiring kindness in kids can be a challenge. Thoughtfulness often comes secondary, so teaching thoughtfulness is one of the best gifts you can give. Here are some ways to help spread kindness. The Sooner, The Better It’s never too early to...