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…
As parents and educators, we all want our children to grow up with the ability to understand their emotions, connect with others, and manage social situations effectively. One way to improve these life skills is through emotional learning activities for kids. Emotional learning helps children to process their feelings, understand how to respond to them,…
As a middle school teacher, I’ve seen firsthand how valuable journal writing can be for students. It’s a simple activity, yet it opens up so many opportunities for self-reflection and creative expression. But if you’ve ever struggled with helping your students get started, you know that coming up with the right journal prompts can be…
Why Many Homes Miss Daily Gratitude Many parents notice that school schedules, screens, and social media crowd each day. Children see rapid-fire images that highlight what they lack. National data show that one in five young people report feeling anxious each week, and the World Health Organisation estimates that childhood anxiety at 19% worldwide. Research…