Back-to-school season means getting back into your morning drop-off routine! Whether this is a brand-new experience or something your little one is familiar with, the first few weeks of school can be a difficult adjustment. Fortunately, kids are extremely adaptable and usually get settled right in once their caretakers say goodbye! Still, those first few […]
A healthy sleep routine for kids will help them fall asleep faster, sleep through the night, and wake up ready to have a great day. Most importantly, developing healthy sleeping habits early will set your child up for success later in life. When done correctly, a sleep routine will help children prioritize a good night […]
The history of Grandparents Day is a testament to the importance of fighting for what you believe in. What started with President Nixon denying a request ended with a proclamation signed by President Carter. Grandparents Day always falls on the first Sunday after Labor Day, which means it will be on September 11th this year. […]
Cooking with your kids can be an incredible experience. It’s more than just giving your little one something to do – family time in the kitchen is a wonderful opportunity for bonding, learning, and growing. Getting your kids involved with cooking helps them learn valuable soft skills, like listening, teamwork, and communication, and creates moments […]
Encouraging independence in toddlers is good for their development. You might want your baby to stay young forever, but it’s important to let them grow and let them go when they show signs that they’re ready! For example, it might feel overwhelming to let your toddler handle a new task after they demand “I can […]
Making chores fun for kids is good for the whole family! Your children will learn the value of hard work and responsibility and you get the benefit of having extra hands to help out around the house. It’s important to establish chores as an important part of your family’s normal routine – not as a […]
Most kids feel a range of emotions when they know it’s almost time to go back to school. They are likely excited to see their friends again, anxious about having new experiences, and maybe a little bit disappointed that they have to leave the familiarity of home. Preparing your student in the weeks leading up […]
You may have heard of or read the book The Power of Positive Thinking: A Practical Guide to Mastering the Problems of Everyday Living by Norman Vincent Peale. It’s an international bestseller that has been helping people use positivity to find happiness and fulfillment. Peale wrote this book in 1952 and it’s still regarded as one […]
Every child learns how to read at their own pace. There is no specific age or time when your child will be able to pick up a book and understand the words. This is precisely why it’s important to work toward reading milestones and pay close attention to how well your child understands the concepts […]
We’ve all heard the phrase “sharing is caring”, but not all children are eager to learn this skill. Particularly if you have an only child or a child who may not be extraverted, sharing care can be a difficult and frustrating concept to teach. In this blog, we’ll go over why sharing is so important […]