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Parenting a teenager can feel like being dropped into a foreign country—one where the language is emojis, the national anthem is a trending TikTok sound, and constant eye rolls.  Being the Outsider It can feel disheartening as you were the one who raised them and gave...

It may be hard to believe, but back to school is fast approaching! The days of lounging at the pool and making bonfires will definitely be slowing down, but won’t be gone forever. It’s time to look forward to the next coming months, and make sure you have everything...

For most of us, it can be a hard road to navigate parenting, and for our kids to navigate growing up. We always want what we think is best for them, but a lot of ideals that we have in our heads don’t always translate well in the real world. We set limitations on our...

For many families, homeschooling isn’t just an educational choice—it’s a lifestyle that allows them to align learning with their values, schedule, and their child’s unique needs. At Global Student Network, we believe in giving parents the freedom and flexibility to...

It can be hard after having a child and needing to return to work, school, or even just to go out to eat. But it is the way of life oftentimes, and even if you do stay at home full-time to parent, there is still going to be a need for a babysitter. But where do you...

Most parents think of games as what they are named for: games, something fun. But more recently, people realize the importance of games in setting up a lot of different learning exercises for children in an easy and fun way to learn. No matter the game, your kids are...

Although it has been years since Covid essentially shut down schools, many public education institutions are still conducting lessons strictly online. Virtual learning is a great tool, but some schools have decided to open up their doors again and have school...

We all know as parents that every child will reach milestones at different points. There are timeframes attached, but every child can be a few weeks to a few months off this timing and still flourish in the world. But if you are experiencing some developmental delays...

With summer comes one big bummer – bugs, bugs, bugs! But even though those mosquitos are quite annoying, you can make it more fun by teaching your kids about insects! Since you know at least the names of most bugs, your kids may not realize the difference between...

Are you looking for some fun summertime activities? Whether you want to specifically get away for a little while or explore, camping is a great way to get many activities wrapped into one excursion! Gear Up First things first, if you have camped before, this part will...

With summer in full swing, your teen may be ready to jump into the workforce! The summers are always an easy way for teens to dip their toes into the adult life of work, setting up a good work ethic and saving towards the future. It may feel a little overwhelming...

June is Pride month, which celebrates the awareness and acceptance of the LGTBQ+ community. You may not realize that someone you love or hold dear is part of this community, and in general, people should always be kind to others.   Community Even if you don’t consider...

Nothing makes the first few weeks (or let’s be honest, the first few months) of back-to-school more difficult than disorganization. Since it’s a whole new routine and schedule, everyone is thrown off by having to get so much ready and prepped in a day or a morning. If...

Ask any parent about the most difficult subject to teach and it will be math, hands down! Children of any age struggle frequently with understanding math and remembering all the equations, fractions, and geometry that comes with it. When your younger children struggle...