The Family Manager's Guide to Summer Survival

by Peel, Kathy

• ISBN13: 9781592332007
• ISBN10: 1592332005
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-04-01
• Publisher: Fair Winds Pr

Summary

Summer vacation can be a wonderful bonding time for parents and their kids... if it's done right! In The Family Manager's Guide to Summer Survival, best-selling author Kathy Peel shows you how to make the most of the summer months with activities, learning experiences, trips, and more. Plus, she'll show you the top ten ways to answer the cries of "I'm bored!" with creative activities that teach children skills and values.The ultimate guide to surviving school vacation for both working and stay-at-home moms, this book will help parents give their kids summers to remember!

Author Biography

Kathy Peel is the president and founder of Family Manager, Inc. She is the author of eighteen books with more than two million copies sold. Peel has served as a contributing editor to Family Circle for more than twelve years and has appeared on hundreds of radio and television programs, including repeat appearances on Oprah, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and The Early Show. She is frequently asked to endorse products for the home. She lives in Dallas, Texas.

Table of Contents

A Message from Kathy	9	(2)
The Family Manager's Creed	11	(2)
Planning for Success	13	(12)
Fun Summer Learning: The Three Rs and Beyond	25	(8)
Dollars and Sense	33	(4)
Beyond Babysitting: Super Summer Jobs	37	(4)
Ladies and Gentlemen	41	(4)
Family Fitness	45	(2)
Getting a Little Help Around the House	47	(4)
Over 300 Things to Do When Kids Say, ``I'm Bored!'' (or How to Compete with Television)	51	(28)
Family Fun for All	79	(10)
Roadmap for Stress-Free Travel	89	(16)
Building Strong Character	105	(12)
Appendix Safety Check	117