Life Skills They Don't Teach In School

Long Description (Product Page)School teaches algebra. Life demands a lot more. A Parent's Guide to Essential Real-World Education gives your family a simple, step-by-step framework to learn the skills that actually matter-together. Across 26 practical lessons (one every two weeks), you'll build confidence, independence, and resilience while tackling money, communication, online safety, car care, first aid, stress management, interviews, taxes, credit, negotiation, and more.
Each chapter pairs clear, no-fluff explanations with a hands-on family activity, plus discussion prompts to turn everyday moments (school runs, dinner, weekends) into teachable wins. The goal isn't perfection-it's steady progress and stronger family bonds. What's inside 26 lessons & activities mapped over a year (bi-weekly cadence) Family Activity Calendar to plan, track, and celebrate progress Discussion questions to spark real conversations at the table or in the car Resource list for further learning and age-appropriate extensions You'll confidently cover:Financial literacy & budgeting .
Time management . Basic cooking & meal planning . Digital citizenship & online safety . Communication & conflict resolution . Home maintenance . Emotional intelligence . Critical thinking & media literacy . First aid & health awareness . Networking . Problem-solving & decision-making . Stress management . Legal basics . Environmental responsibility . Goal setting . Car care & transportation . Interview skills & etiquette .
Personal safety . Taxes & how government works . Credit, debt & banking . Negotiation . Self-care & wellness . Tech troubleshooting . Civic duty & community . Entrepreneurship . Life transitions & adaptabilityHow to use it Read the short theory section together. Do the activity that week. Debrief with the built-in questions. Log wins in your family journal. If you want your kids to leave home capable, confident, and ready for real life-this is the playbook.