School, friendships, and milestones come to mind when discussing kids’ growth. However, a youngster is most shaped by the silent lessons they learn at home. Long before a youngster even knows what “healthy boundaries” or “mutual respect” mean, toxic relationship patterns are internalized. Kids observe how you interact with others, resolve conflicts, treat your partner, and…
When you think about the conversations you have with your child, you may have noticed how easy it is to fall into yes-or-no exchanges that barely scratch the surface of what your child is capable of thinking about. If you have been looking for ways to help your child become more expressive, thoughtful, and confident…
Keeping kids entertained while encouraging physical activity can be a challenge, especially when the weather doesn’t cooperate or when you run out of ideas. Active group games for kids are a great solution to this problem. Whether indoors or outdoors, these games can help children burn off excess energy while also improving their social and…
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) reports that almost 75% of school-age children report fear when they stand before a group. I see that fear holding you back from sharing…
I know you care about sparking your child’s imagination, and you keep searching for whimsical story ideas FOR kids that feel fresh rather than recycled. You sit at the edge of the bed, the clock keeps ticking, and your mind draws a blank. Research shows that when adults skip rich storytelling, children lose measurable gains…