Siblings and strategies

 What We Want: We want our children to be kind, empathetic, aware of the needs of others and loving toward their siblings.  We also want our children to be able to concentrate on an activity, stand up for themselves, be strong around those who might push them around,...
Why and How to Facilitate Hands-on Activities at Home

Why and How to Facilitate Hands-on Activities at Home

by Mathieu Penot Why and How to Facilitate Hands-on Activities at Home Hands-on activities are a fundamental way for children to connect their rapidly expanding brain with their physical senses. Through these experiences, they develop cognitive skills that will be...
Top Ten Tips For Late Talkers

Top Ten Tips For Late Talkers

From Naturally Speaking by Annick Tumolo  Worried about your late-talker?  Here 10 tips to help facilitate verbal communication.  Get his hearing checked. Some parents assume that if their child passes the newborn hearing test in the hospital, they no longer have to...
10 Free Ways to Create Memories for Your Kids

10 Free Ways to Create Memories for Your Kids

From ParentingPaths by Aki Raymer Whew! We did it it guys! The holiday season is coming to a close and we are heading into a brand new year! So. I have to ask…  How much did you spend on holiday gifts? Money is one word that most families with kids associate with...