Elementary Kids: Competent and Capable As They Explore
Our children are capable, competent beings from birth. Often the struggles we find ourselves caught in with our children can be […]
Preventing Failure is Not Equal to Encouraging Success
Sometimes I wish I could prevent every failure my children will ever face. No parent wants to see their child
How to Discipline when your Child Tells Tall-Tales, Fibs and Lies
“My other mom lives down the street in that green house and she lets me play with the kitchen scissors
Family Communication, Parenting, Preschoolers 3-5 yrs
6 Tips for Parenting a Shy Child
This is a guest post by Olga Mecking I am a shy person and an introvert. I have three children
6 Fun Ways to Encourage Reading & Writing
Once children begin reading and writing on their own, it can seem like a whole new world opens up to
How To Tell Whether Or Not Your Child Is Dyslexic
Dyslexia is still a relatively poorly understood condition that actually affects more children (and adults) than you might realize. As
Do Consequences Actually Work?
A time out may stop a child from spitting or hitting. The threat of “no TV” may get a child
Preschoolers: Competent & Capable as They Discover
Our children are capable, competent beings from birth. Often the struggles we find ourselves caught in with our children can be
Encouraging Patience In Ourselves and Our Children: Nurturing Patience Part 2
Patience can’t be acquired overnight. It is just like building up a muscle. Every day you need to work on
One Word To Boost Your Child’s Confidence
Often, what holds children back from trying something new is fear of failure or the memory of a time they