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What are the underlying reasons behind your child's misbehavior? Linda Ranson Jacobs tells Jim Daly a story about when her son was misbehaving at school, and how they worked through it. Plus, Danny and John explain how taking time to pray will help you better relate to your kids. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-08-13?refcd=2515602">The Single Parent</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/mh5x9c">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/finding-hope-and-joy-while-single-parenting-digital/?refcd=2515602">Finding Hope and Joy While Single Parenting (Digital)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/z797d5">Speak to a counselor </a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/3xhae2">Listen to Focus Live on the Godcaster app</a>

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If a Kid Misbehaves at School

Kids & Homework Statistics

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Don't Falsely Praise

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Is one of your kids struggling to get his or her homework completed? John and Danny share some statistics on how many kids and parents are battling homework frustrations. Then, Jim Daly talks to Erin MacPherson and Ellen Schuknecht about some solutions for what you can do if your child is struggling with homework. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
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Is one of your kids struggling to get his or her homework completed? John and Danny share some statistics on how many kids and parents are battling homework frustrations. Then, Jim Daly talks to Erin MacPherson and Ellen Schuknecht about some solutions for what you can do if your child is struggling with homework. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-08-11?refcd=2516201">The Christian Mama&rsquo;s Guide to the Grade School Years</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/aq1imi">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/navigating-the-early-grade-school-years-digital-product/?refcd=2516201">Navigating the Early Grade School Years (Digital)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/r7f9oo">Schoolwork and Homework Responsibility</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/4jrjm0">Understanding Learning Styles</a>

Getting Kids to do Homework

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Bonding & Boundaries

Key Boundaries in the School Year

Parenting Resources

Do you lean more towards being a rule-follower or wanting to have fun with your kids? Jonathan McKee and Jim Daly discuss why a healthy parent needs both rules and relationship. Danny will follow that up with some thoughts on having good boundaries with your kids during the school year. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
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Do you lean more towards being a rule-follower or wanting to have fun with your kids? Jonathan McKee and Jim Daly discuss why a healthy parent needs both rules and relationship. Danny will follow that up with some thoughts on having good boundaries with your kids during the school year. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-08-06?refcd=2512301">If I Had a Parenting Do Over</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/jm2xmz">Parenting Resource Page</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/balancing-bonding-and-boundaries-as-a-parent-digital-product/?refcd=2512301">Balancing Bonding and Boundaries as a Parent (Digital)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/9p83hq">Listen to Focus Live on Godcaster</a>

Boundaries to Help You Bond

When Monica Homeschooled

Addressing Socializing Concerns

Resources for You

More parents in the Christian community are trying homeschooling. But how do you know if it's the right move for you and your children? Monica Swanson talks to Jim Daly about some of the things she learned from choosing to homeschool her kids. John and Danny will also address parents who want to homeschool but are concerned about their kids' social lives. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.
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More parents in the Christian community are trying homeschooling. But how do you know if it's the right move for you and your children? Monica Swanson talks to Jim Daly about some of the things she learned from choosing to homeschool her kids. John and Danny will also address parents who want to homeschool but are concerned about their kids' social lives. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. <a href="https://donate.focusonthefamily.com/don-fofp-podcast-2026-08-04?refcd=2512201">Becoming Homeschoolers</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/kv7c41">Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment</a> <a href="https://store.focusonthefamily.com/home-schooling-giving-your-child-a-strong-foundation-digital/?refcd=2512201">Home Schooling: Giving Your Child a Strong Foundation (Digital)</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/piq3d6">Resources: Homeschooling</a> <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/ot8zkz">Planning Your Home School</a>

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