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How to Set SMART Goals: Succeeding with Time-Bound Goals

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How to Set SMART Goals: Succeeding with Time-Bound Goals

For me, nothing helps me achieve a goal faster than a deadline. Knowing when I need to accomplish something by helps me stay extra focused to make it happen. That’s why the “T” for “time-based” in SMART goals is so important. To help teach this principle for accomplishing growth through goal setting, try giving your family a fun Minute-to-Win-It–style challenge, such as

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How to Set SMART Goals: Make It Measurable

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How to Set SMART Goals: Make It Measurable

See how building towers can help your family achieve their goals!

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Homemade Playdough—and What It Can Teach Us about Growth, Perspective, and Adding Color to the World

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Homemade Playdough—and What It Can Teach Us about Growth, Perspective, and Adding Color to the World

We can learn (and teach our families) some important lessons by making homemade playdough. It provides for quality family time AND quality family discussions!

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Talking to Your Family about Friendship: A Creative Video Challenge with Apples to Apples Cards!

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Talking to Your Family about Friendship: A Creative Video Challenge with Apples to Apples Cards!

Back-to-school time can create worry about finding good friends at school. And this year may be especially tough without close friends nearby as the school year starts. It’s a great time to talk with your children about #friendship—not just on how to find a good friend but also about how to BE a good friend. Make the discussion extra fun by creating mini video clips using Apples to Apples cards.

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Feeding Ducks—and Talking with Your Kids and Teens about Balance with This Easy Outdoor Family Activity

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Feeding Ducks—and Talking with Your Kids and Teens about Balance with This Easy Outdoor Family Activity

Feeding ducks is such a great pleasure for a fun and simple family activity! But did you know that eating white bread isn't necessarily good for ducks? See how knowing the foods that are nutritious for feeding ducks can also help you talk with your children and teens about finding balance in their lives!

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