Dear Mr. Dad: It’s been a longstanding tradition in our extended family to attend church on Sunday and then go out to brunch. However, now my 14-year-old daughter says she no longer likes church because she finds that services are boring. My husband ...

This is currently doing the rounds on email - parents absentee messages. Let's not be too harsh on our little ones with spelling mistakes and all ... turns out parents aren't any better at writing :-) The following is a collection of absentee messages ...

Dear Mr. Dad. This is a little touchy but here goes. I have two sons ages 11 and 9. My oldest seems overly shy when it comes to changing clothes in front of other guys. My golfing buddy (whose kids are the same age as mine) and I occasionally take ...

Very cool project to inspire children and help kids who are being bullied or feel suicidal - the Trevor Project and "it gets better" check it out at itgetsbetter.org. Check it out: Share with your kids and other parents! Enjoy, Stef

By Andrew Lendnal Do you consider giving your children pocket money or an allowance essential? Is it bribery to ensure basic chores get done, or does it teach them budgeting, saving and basic money management skills? In truth, it’s probably a bit of ...

Teaching kids about why being eco-friendly is important can be fun and the perfect setting for such an experience is right in the back yard. There dads and children can find a good spot, dig a hole, and explore the inner workings of a miniature undergr...

If you haven't had a chance to check out the 2011 Children's Book Award - head over to the website now. The finalists have been chosen and it's time to vote. Some awesome books for kids of all ages in there ... check them out! Enjoy -Stef

Are you familiar with the concept of infographics? Interesting graphics that illustrate statistics (or a particular issue) in a very effective and impactful way? These days just about any data is available of course so it just takes a few gifted people...

Dear Mr. Dad: I'm getting a little worried that we’re putting too much pressure on my son to get involved in extracurricular activities. He plays soccer, is active in his Boy Scout troop, and does karate. Now there's talk about art classes ...

My “A Dad’s Point-of-View” column is carried all over the world and one of the wonderful peripheral benefits I receive is “virtually” meeting so many wonderful editors, publishers, and web-masters. One of them is Jennifer Jurgens, the news d...