006 Kids and the A-Word

On today's episode Jacquie explores kids and the A-word.  It's not what you might have guessed (although that might hold true sometimes!), she is going to explore another essential A-word to raising kids who launch successfull ... Accountability.

By examining what it means for kids to be accountable in today's landscape, and what role we as parents can play in fostering accountability and responsibility in our kids, Jacquie provides some compelling encouragment.  Accountability exists right alongside compassionate parenting and healing our own wounds so that we raise kids who are brave, resilient and responsible, ready to face challenges and live a bold, meaningful life!



Regarding some of the information she references, here is where you can find out more:

The Self-Driven Child
Stixrud, S. and Johnson, N.  (2018). The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives. New York, New York: Penguin Random House LLC.

Drop the Worry Ball
Russell, A. and Falconer, T. (2012). Drop the Worry Ball. Toronto, Ontario: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd.

Parenting Without Power Struggles
Stiffelman, S. (2012)  Parenting Without Power Struggles: Raising Joyful, Resilient, Kids While Staying Cool, Calm and Connected. New York, New York: A Division of Simon and Shuster. 

Jacquie is the founder and owner of Evolve Education Consulting, an organization dedicated to helping parents and educators grow and bridge the gap between home and school. 

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