Think your local public library is just for books? Not so, as you'll discover in this conversation with librarians from the Kitsap County (WA) public library system. Be inspired to visit your library today!

Do you wish your kids would be more responsible and more helpful? Do you sometimes feel like their servant – and want to find a way to assign chores that isn’t more trouble than it’s worth? Are you angry and worried about what seems to be “slacker” behavior, even in your younger children?

I’ve helped countless teachers and parents guide their kids to cheerful responsibility and now IT’S YOUR TURN. So register now for this ONE TIME call that’s happening Monday, July 26^th at 7pm Eastern, 4 pm Pacific. More information and registration HERE.

Do your kids do chores around the house? Should they? And is it worth all the trouble you'll need to go to to make your kids do their chores?

Find out in this conversation with Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson. In addition, a free download of chore ideas is available at http://patricianananderson.com/read .

Do you have a favorite child? Or maybe you were a favorite child of your parents.... How do you feel about all that?

On today's episode, we confront the taboo topic of having a favorite child. We'll talk about why this is, how we might feel about it, what we should do about it and what - if any - are the repercussions for our kids if we play favorites.

Many parents don't want anyone to know they have a favorite child. I won't tell anyone if you dare to listen to today's show!

Think along with Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson as she considers the pros and cons of introducing a pet into your household. Be reminded of factors you will want to take into account as you ponder the sort of pet to get, the value a pet might bring to your family, and ways to integrate a new baby into a home where a pet already holds the role of stand-in child.