Monthly Archives: June 2009

….. This is a very personal post about an institution we value highly (having been voluntary helpers for many years it has long become an important part of our lives): today – 150 years ago – Henry Dunant was witness … Continue reading →

. The International Journal of Knowledge and Learning has published a study that turns out to be a “must-write-about-it”  article from the Parental Pal point of view: it argues convincingly that parents accumulate precious qualities and skills through raising children: … Continue reading →

Having lived abroad for a certain time span broadens the mind and gives a tremendous boost to creativity. Everybody who has given it a go (or many for that matter: once hooked on travel there is no looking back for … Continue reading →

… “Imagine you had never tried your favourite food !?!” … This is always my favourite argument with kids when they are reluctant to try out something new – it might be a book, a destination, an activity, anything really … Continue reading →

The days when a good command of the English language counted as a bonus are coming to an end.  It will be a plain necessity, like being able to read, write and calculate.. Jay Walker explains why two billion people … Continue reading →

… which you may keep in mind for yourself, of course, but even more so: you may wish to consider it for the long term benefit of your kids! What shape will their minds be in when they reach their … Continue reading →

A must watch if you have a politcal mind with compassion in your heart ! ParentalPal.Org supports the Isabel Allende Foundation http://www.isabelallendefoundation.org