I still remember the tight feeling in my chest the first time I had to talk in front of my class. You probably feel it too. Research in Child Development (2018) says almost seventy five percent of school-age children report fear when they stand before a group. I see that fear holding you back from…
Kids today are talking less. That’s not just a guess. According to a 2022 study published in the journal Developmental Science, the average child speaks 60% fewer words during playtime compared to children 20 years ago. I found that shocking. And if you’re a parent or teacher like me, you probably feel the same way….
As a parent, I am aware of the difficulties you face in helping your 10-year-old grow and accomplish goals. Children are gaining the ability to think critically and the drive for independence at this key age. Without the right direction, though, they would find it difficult to set reasonable goals, which could frustrate them and…
As a parent or teacher, you may have observed that kids sometimes find it difficult to begin writing. Unsure of what to say, they gaze at a blank page. This hesitancy may be caused by a lack of confidence or ideas. Offering interesting writing prompts for kids can be a game-changer when it comes to…
Parents and teachers share the desire to raise self-assured kids who believe in their own skills. But low self-esteem affects a lot of children, and it can affect how they develop as a whole. This article examines successful self-esteem activities for kids focusing on doable, empirically supported strategies that may be added to everyday routines…