Motivation
Motivating Your Child Whether it’s getting your child to prepare for school on time, or reminding your child to clean their room, it can be a struggle as a parent to find ways of motivating an unmotivated child. In an ideal world, of course, children will be self-motivated to take care of their responsibilities, but as all […]
The Importance of Global Education
In this globalized age, we are closer than ever to people around the world, due to the accessibility of technology. As industries span several continents, it is more likely that in our careers, we will need to be able to navigate cultural differences with respect and understanding. Because of this, it is more important than […]
Fostering Critical Thinking Skills
In school, children learn about a variety of academic subjects. Oftentimes, we evaluate our children’s progress based on their aptitude in subjects such as math, language arts, and social studies, but oftentimes we pass over some of the most important skills that children learn as they develop and grow; critical thinking. Critical thinking is comprised of […]
Finding Reasons to Celebrate Every Day
When you have a career and a family to balance, it can feel overwhelming. “To Do†lists never get finished, new challenges appear as soon as old ones are solved, and the tasks that are essential to everyday life can be numerous and mundane. Vacations are an important time for relaxation and most Americans only […]
How to Help Your Child Love Exercise
In this digital age, it can be harder than ever to get kids to love to exercise. After all, instant gratification is available in so many areas of their lives. Tablets and phones provide instant entertainment with little effort, and for children and adults alike, technology can become a habit that we lean on more […]
Making Chores a Part of the Family Routine
The benefits of giving your children responsibilities around the house have been proven. Children whoare given chores at a young age are more successful as adults, develop their fine and gross motor skills,learn to work well with others, learn about delayed gratification, and gain a sense of purpose. But after a long day, the last […]
Developing Healthy Coping Skills
As children grow and face new challenges, it becomes increasingly important to make sure that they are dealing with adversity in positive ways. Coping skills help children deal with strong emotions like frustration and anger and allow them to overcome challenges in their lives. Coping skills can have long-lasting implications in a child’s life, so […]
9 Ways to Keep Your Child from Getting Sick at School
With the start of a new school year, it means that it’s also time to take more care of your child. You wouldn’t want them to miss half their classes because they kept getting sick, right? How to keep your child from getting sick at school? A child spends most of their time at school. […]
How to Deal with Child Separation Anxiety at Drop Off
Preschool is great for kids but the first day can be quite stressful. The first day can be a mix of anxiety and excitement for both the parents and the kids. It’s fun to take on a new adventure but sometimes change can be scary. Dealing with child separation anxiety While a good morning routine […]
10 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Preschool
Preschool is a milestone for a child but sending them to school for the first time can be nerve-wracking. Some children embrace the change in schedule as they go to school for the first time. Some develop anxiety from being separated and respond negatively. How parents begin to prepare child for preschool? Preschool is a […]
