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3 Great Questions to Ask Your Kids About School

boy in dad's lap chatting

To be an All Pro Dad, you have to know what is going on in your child’s school.  And there’s no better way to do that than by asking insightful questions.  Here are 3 to help get you started:  What should you do when school seems boring?  What subject … Continue reading…

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What You Didn’t Know about Successful Entrepreneurs

smiling little boy

The Economist reports thirty-five percent of American entrepreneurs suffer from dyslexia.  That’s an amazing statistic.  How on earth is that possible?  Well, when some students who struggle with reading don’t give up no matter how hard it is, they learn to overcome and persevere.  And that kind of determination … Continue reading…

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Teaching Your Children True Character

President Abraham Lincoln

Today is President’s Day, and we have a video that will take you through a history of our Presidents from Washington to Obama. We also want to highlight one of the best – Abraham Lincoln.  Lincoln wrote, “Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow … Continue reading…

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How to Become an All Pro Dad Team Captain at Your Child’s School

Father and son at an All Pro Dad's Day

If you are looking to make a powerful difference in the lives of families, a great place to start is at your child’s school.  Become an All Pro Dad’s Day Team Captain for us and lead a monthly father/child breakfast that will inspire, create fun memories, and strengthen family … Continue reading…

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12 Outstanding Ways to Have Family Fun

2 small children mixing contents of a bowl

If your family time is in a rut and it seems the only thing you do together is watch TV, have we got a game plan for you!  Here are twelve outstanding things to do together as a family and the “vouchers” to go with them.  Enjoy!  And what’s … Continue reading…

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The Real Story Behind Valentine’s Day

couple holding hands on the beach

Curious if Valentine’s Day is more than just a Hallmark invention?  It actually has some very inspirational roots.  In the third century, the Roman Empire was ruled by Emperor Claudius II Gothicus. He was nicknamed Claudius the Cruel because of his harsh leadership and his tendency for getting into … Continue reading…

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3 Practical Ways to Make More Family Time

family having fun in the park

Life nowadays seems to come at us non-stop.  We never have enough time, and the time we do have seems to master us rather than the other way around.  But we can always find more time, especially for our families, by being more creative and efficient.  Here are a … Continue reading…

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One of the Most Creative Commercials You Will Ever See

Daddy helping toddler daughter color

Our Japanese friends have created one of the most fascinating commercials you will ever see.  It defies description.  You just have to see it for yourself. How can people be that creative?  Actually, true creativity is not free-spirited, it’s very disciplined, as that commercial shows.  It takes a lot of … Continue reading…

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What Will Your Life Look Like After Your Kids Are Gone?

Daddy hugging young daughter

Erma Bombeck had a great gift for writing about family life.  She once wrote Wet Oatmeal Kisses about what your life will be like after your children grow up.  Here’s an excerpt: You will prepare a perfect dinner with a salad that hasn’t had all the olives picked out … Continue reading…

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Stepfathering is Tough

Dad adn son side-by-side looking at each other

Stepfamily relationships are often ambiguous, but there are several ways in which stepfathers can help in bonding with their stepkids. First and foremost, love your wife. All children (biological or not) need to see a strong commitment between the husband and wife. You both need to present a unified … Continue reading…

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