As long as I can remember, I have known how to play three basic chords on the guitar: C, G, and D. My dad is a musician and he made sure I had an instrument in my hands as soon as I could hold one properly. I’m grown up now and my dad lives on the other side of the country, but I still feel closer to him when I get out the old acoustic guitar he gave me and play the songs he taught me to play. The time I spent with my dad playing music will always be special to me and our shared love of playing music gives us a never-ending topic for conversation.
Not every parent has the musical knowledge to teach me as my dad did, but any parent can learn to play alongside their child. Sharing a hobby like playing a musical instrument is a wonderful way for parents to bond with their children. Learning alongside your child has other great benefits too! (more…)
If your kids are anything like I was, they probably can’t wait for school to be out for the summer! Summer is a great time for kids to play outside, spend more time with friends, and explore their own interests. As a parent, however, you’re probably on the look-out for fun ways to keep your kids engaged with learning and education even though school is out. Luckily, there are many great educational websites for kids that can help you keep your kids learning and having fun this summer. Here are our top 5 picks! 
Few things are more frustrating than investing your time and money in an instrument and lessons for your child only to hear weeks later that they’ve changed their mind and don’t want to continue. Although you’re frustrated and you want your kid to get the 
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