Topics

1. Bullying – my child is being bullied / my child is a bully.
2. My child is uncomfortable with the changes to his/her body.
3. My child is a perfectionist and is putting too much pressure on him/herself.
4. My child has anger issues.
5. How can I teach my child to accept others and not judge? How can I get my child to stop comparing him/herself to others?
6. Homework is always a fight – how do I get my child to be accountable? How much should I help? When is the best time to do homework?
7. How can I teach my child to be more patient or more giving?
8. When it comes to extracurricular activities/sports, how much is enough or too much? Is it better to focus on one thing or do different things? How do I encourage my child to try new things (sports / activities)? How do I help my child find his/her special talent?
9. My child is feeling peer pressure to do things to fit in.
10. My child has separation anxiety when I am not around (school / playdates).
11. How can I best teach my child organization skills? How important is it to teach organizations skills at a young age?
12. What can I do at home to help my child excel in school? How can I create more teaching moments at home? How can I help him/her understand the importance of a good education?
13. My child says he/she doesn’t like school.
14. My child doesn’t seem to fit in (last picked for teams, few or no friends).
15. My child is very concerned about a bad grade.
16. My child is not making healthy choices about food.
17. My child is hanging out with a bad crowd.
18. My child lied to me.
19. I think my child might be gay.
20. My child will be going to a new/different school next year – how do we make a smooth transition?
21. We can’t afford designer clothing / latest styles or technology for my child.
22. My child lacks confidence.
23. My child does not seem to respect adults or authority.
24. My child has experienced a loss (family, friend, pet).
25. I think my child might be gifted / falling behind.
26. My child seems unmotivated. I want my child to set goals for him/herself.
27. I’m concerned that my child might be depressed or using drugs.
28. My child still wets / started wetting the bed.
29. When is Facebook / cell phone appropriate?
30. My child says someone did something bad – should he/she tell?
31. What do you, as a teacher, need from me, as a parent?