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Trisha Serp Graham

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Co-host of the Chalkboard to Kitchen Table podcast @chalk2table
Teacher with over 30 years of classroom experience!
Mom of three grown boys ❤️

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If You Want Kids to Listen, Read This!
Want your kids to listen more?
Stop yelling.
I know, I know… sometimes you feel like you’ve said the same thing 20 times.
But try this instead.
Get close. Stay calm. And give one clear direction.
Instead of, “How many times do I have to tell you to turn that TV off?”
Try, “It’s time to turn the TV off. I know you want to keep watching, but it’s time.”
You can be calm and still be firm.
Your child doesn’t need a louder parent.
They need a calm, consistent parent who means what they say.
Try it this weekend and see what happens. @chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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16 hours ago

What Your Kids Will Never Forget About You!
Parents, here’s something to think about.
Your kids might not remember every lesson you teach them, every rule you set, or every conversation you have. But they’ll remember how they felt when they came to you.
When they made a mistake, did they feel safe enough to tell you?
When they brought home a bad grade, did they feel supported or disappointed in themselves?
When they had a hard day, did they feel like you were listening or just waiting to tell them what they should have done differently?
And when they walked into a room, did they feel like they had someone in their corner?
Listen, we’re not going to get it right every day. We’re going to lose our patience, say the wrong thing, and have moments we wish we could take back.
But we can always repair. We can apologize. We can listen a little longer. We can remind our kids that even when we don’t like their choices, we will always love them.
Parent truth: Our kids may forget what we said, but they will carry how we made them feel.
So today, before you correct, criticize, or jump in with advice, take a breath and ask yourself, “How do I want my child to feel when this conversation is over?”
Because the little moments around the kitchen table are shaping how our kids see themselves long after they leave it.
See you at the table. @chalk2table
#parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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2 days ago

Your Kitchen Table Is More Powerful Than You Think!
Parents, have you ever thought about how the little things you do around your kitchen table today shape the adults your kids will become tomorrow?
It’s not just about dinner or homework. It’s about the lessons happening in between.
When you let your child solve a problem instead of fixing it for them, you’re building independence.
When you listen without judging, you’re building trust.
When you let them make a mistake and try again, you’re teaching resilience.
When you ask, “What do you think you should do?” instead of giving them all the answers, you’re building confidence.
And when you sit down, put your phone away, and really listen, you’re showing them that they matter.
Here’s the truth: You don’t have to be a perfect parent. You just have to be intentional in the everyday moments.
Because what happens at your kitchen table today helps shape the person who walks out into the world tomorrow.
Small moments. Big lessons. Lasting impact.
See you at the table.
@chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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3 days ago

4 Agreements That Can Change the Way You Parent
What if four simple agreements could help you become a calmer parent and build a stronger connection with your kids?
Here’s how to put them into practice.
1. Be impeccable with your word. Your words matter. Instead of saying, “You never listen!” try, “I need you to stop and listen to what I’m asking.”
2. Don’t take things personally. When your child rolls their eyes or snaps at you, take a breath. Their behavior may reflect frustration, not how much they love or respect you. You can address the behavior without reacting in anger.
3. Don’t make assumptions. Your child comes home quiet. Instead of assuming they had a bad day, ask, “You seem a little different today. Want to talk about it?” Get curious before jumping to conclusions.
4. Always do your best. Your child will have hard days, and so will you. Some days, your best parenting means staying calm. Other days, it means apologizing and trying again. That’s real life.
The goal isn’t to get parenting right every time. It’s to keep learning, keep connecting, and keep growing alongside our kids.
See you at the table. @chalk2table# #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset by @trishgraham108

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4 days ago

From Our Kitchen Table to Yours Parents, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own!
Raising kids is amazing, messy, exhausting, and sometimes… what are we even doing?!
That’s why we created Chalkboard to Kitchen Table - a podcast where two teacher moms share real talk, simple strategies, and practical ways to help your kids build confidence, independence, and resilience.
We’re not here to tell you how to be a perfect parent. We’re here to remind you that small, intentional moments can make a BIG difference.
So, take a breath, grab your coffee, and join us at the table!
Follow along and listen to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table.
See you at the table! @chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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5 days ago

It’s that time of year again, so we thought, this past episode is definitely worth revisiting.
Parent-teacher conferences are coming up, and it’s a great time to talk about how parents and teachers can come together, ask better questions, listen, and truly partner for their child.
So we’re throwing it back to this conversation because it’s one you’ll want to hear before your next conference.
Grab a seat and let’s talk. See you at the table. @chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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6 days ago

Parents, Take a Breath. It’s Saturday!
Parents, can we agree to slow down just a little today?
The laundry can wait. The house doesn’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to fill every minute with an activity.
Let the kids stay in their pajamas a little longer. Make pancakes together. Go for a walk. Watch a silly movie. Or do absolutely nothing for a while.
And if the kids are arguing, the house is a mess, and your to-do list is a mile long? Take a breath. You’re allowed to have a slower day, too.
Our kids don’t need every Saturday to be productive or Pinterest-perfect. Sometimes, the best memories happen when we stop rushing and just enjoy being together.
So today, give yourself permission to slow down, put your phone away for a little while, and enjoy the little moments.
You don’t have to do it all today. Just breathe. You’re doing better than you think.
@chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset by @trishgraham108

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7 days ago

Isn’t it funny how the quiet of the night can say so much?
The house is finally still. The to-do list can wait. The noise of the day fades away, and you finally get a moment to just breathe.
Maybe you replay the day. Maybe you worry about tomorrow. Or maybe you just sit in the quiet and realize that, even with all the craziness, there’s so much to be grateful for.
Sometimes, the best part of the day is the moment you finally slow down enough to appreciate it.
So tonight, give yourself permission to do nothing, think less, and just be.
Tomorrow will come soon enough.
Good night. You’ve done enough today. @chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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7 days ago

Take a deep breath. Let go of yesterday. Stop worrying about tomorrow.
Find something to laugh about. Something to be grateful for. Someone to make smile.
Life isn’t always easy, but there’s always a little good to be found.
So open your eyes, open your heart, and go make today count.
You’ve got this! @chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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8 days ago

The Secret to Raising Strong Kids
What if our goal isn’t to make life easier for our kids… but to help them get stronger from the hard stuff?
That’s what raising antifragile kids is about.
Not kids who never struggle. Kids who learn they can handle struggle.
They forget their homework? Let them figure out what to do next.
They have a fight with a friend? Listen, but don’t immediately call the other parent.
They get a bad grade? Don’t rush to fix it. Ask, “What do you think you could do differently next time?”
They make a mistake? Help them learn from it instead of making the mistake disappear.
Because every time we rescue our kids from something hard, we may be taking away a chance to teach them:
“I can handle this. I can figure this out. I can try again.”
We don’t want to prepare the road for our kids.
We want to prepare our kids for the road.
That’s how we raise kids who are confident, capable, and ready for life. @chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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9 days ago

have spent all day answering questions.
“Why?”
“How?”
“Can I?”
“Where?”
“But why?”
I love my kids.
I love my job.
But after a long day?
Please direct all questions to tomorrow.
@chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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9 days ago

The Question That Gets Kids Talking!
Stop asking, “How was your day?”
Because let’s be honest… “How was your day?” “Fine.”
End of conversation.
Try asking questions that actually give your kids something to talk about.
Instead of: “How was school?”
Try: “What was the funniest thing that happened today?”
Instead of: “Did you have a good day?”
Try: “Who made you laugh today?”
Instead of: “Did you learn anything?”
Try: “What’s something you know now that you didn’t know this morning?”
Or my favorite:
“What was the best part of your day… and what was the hardest?”
Sometimes changing the question changes the conversation.
And you might be surprised by what your child tells you.
@chalk2table #parentingtips #momlife #dadlife #growthmindset #positivevibes by @trishgraham108

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10 days ago