Jennifer Wolfe
Jennifer is a middle school teacher and mom to two teens who loves blogging, books, politics, sports and travel.
When not teaching or mothering, Jennifer enjoys writing, blogging, volunteering, traveling, skiing and reading. A native Californian, she enjoys the beach as well as the mountains for relaxation.
Jennifer earned a degree in English Literature from the University of California, Berkeley, and a teaching credential from CSU Sacramento. She is currently working on a grant from the Department of Education studying global education and will be traveling to Indonesia in July 2012.
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When not teaching or mothering, Jennifer enjoys writing, blogging, volunteering, traveling, skiing and reading. A native Californian, she enjoys the beach as well as the mountains for relaxation.
Jennifer earned a degree in English Literature from the University of California, Berkeley, and a teaching credential from CSU Sacramento. She is currently working on a grant from the Department of Education studying global education and will be traveling to Indonesia in July 2012.
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Jennifer earned a degree in English Literature from the University of California, Berkeley, and a teaching credential from CSU Sacramento and is currently working on a grant from the Department of Ed.Interests
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Paddling children is not OK - everUsing physical violence as a form of discipline, whether at home or school, is not the way to teach children how to behave. -
Georgia little league parents should show some respectLittle league players spend hours practicing and preparing for championship tournaments. Win or lose, we teach them to be good sports. But when parents don't practice what they preach, how can kids learn?
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Every mom needs a solo summer staycationSummertime means loads of family time - but it can also be a time for moms to recharge and recover from the school year. A solo summer staycation is the perfect way for mom to spend a little time to herself.Also published on: -
Fresh fruit Italian ice: Perfect 4th of July dessertWhat could be more enticing for a 4th of July picnic than a cool fresh fruit dessert? Be sure to pack an ice chest before heading off to the fireworks-this amazing Italian Ice will conclude any picnic feast with a cool, refreshing blast of flavor!Also published on:
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Filling time before motherhoodBefore kids the days seemed endless, full of plenty of 'me-time'. After kids, the days fill up with all sorts of things, but in the end, I wouldn't trade them for anything.Also published on: -
No cost activities to do on Father’s DayFather's Day is the perfect time to spend with the family. These three simple ideas will give Dad the chance to relax and have some fun!Also published on: -
Practical parenting tips to help your teen with SATsParents today have a lot to learn about college preparation and admissions, and often there is no one to help navigate through it all. Just having a few practical, proactive suggestions for the SAT tests may provide some help.Also published on: -
Little league: Another parenting milestoneAs our children grow older, we face many milestones marking their progress. But do these milestones tell us something about ourselves, too? -
Basebrawl: Is poor parenting preventable?When youth baseball teams battle it out on the field with their fists instead of their baseball bats, who is to blame? Do today's kids have positive adult role models, or are they just repeating the poor behavior they see in the adults around them? -
Helping Your Kids Achieve in School and After-School SportsStudent athletes learn valuable skills outside of their sport. Helping kids understand how to balance between school achievement and athletic success is an essential component for creating a positive experience.
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Making memories with mommy-daughter timeMany parents have special traditions they do with their children to create fond memories. Thinking about what the child will find special is the key to creating moments to last forever. -
5 tips to get your teen back on track with missing schoolworkMiddle and high school students can sometimes find themselves behind in schoolwork. Take this time as an opportunity to teach your child valuable life skills of time management and responsibility with these five tips. -
Easter egg hunts: My kid prefers plasticParents jump into family traditions with the best of intentions... but sometimes, things don't always turn out as we've planned. -
St. Patrick's Day: The real back storyMany Americans celebrate St. Patrick's Day each March without really knowing why they do it. The reasons behind some of the customs and traditions might surprise you! -
Shouldn't parents support the rights of their child?Children have basic human rights, just like the adults who care for them. But when Savannah Hardin's parents denied her right to feel safe, they caused the 9-year-old's death. -
Positive sports parenting: The ups and the downsKids can learn powerful life lessons through participation in sports. They also can learn from the way their parents react to winning and losing.