Many parents feel uncomfortable when they hear their child say, "I'm bored." Our instinct is often to try to fix the situation. We might offer an activity, hand over a…
Have you ever noticed how often we praise our children?"You're so smart!""You're amazing!""You're the best artist in your class!""Good job!"As parents, these compliments come naturally. We want our children to…
When Goodbye HurtsOne of the hardest moments in a child's life is saying goodbye to a beloved pet.Whether it's a playful puppy, a cuddly cat, a tiny hamster, or even…
Have You Ever Tried Something New and Loved It?Rachel Rye has a question for you:"What if your new favorite food is something you've never tasted before?"Sometimes we get comfortable eating…
As parents, many of us have found ourselves in the same situation.You're trying to make dinner, answer emails, fold laundry, or simply enjoy a few quiet moments. Handing your child…
Why Summer Team Activities Help Kids Build Cooperation Skills for School Success Summer is often a season filled with sunshine, swimming pools, camps, and sports. For many children, it's also…
Penelope sat on her favorite picnic blanket one sunny Monday morning, looking at her summer calendar.There were so many fun things she wanted to do:But every time she thought about…
Fun Summer Activities That Turn Kids into Lifelong Learners Summer is filled with endless opportunities for adventure. A bug crawling across a sidewalk.A cloud shaped like a dragon.A mysterious shell…
Simple Summer Activities That Help Kids Grow Compassion Summer is often filled with sunshine, popsicles, swimming pools, and family adventures. But it can also be the perfect season to help…
Helping Kids Build Confidence One Small Victory at a Time Summer is the perfect season for kids to slow down, explore new interests, and discover something incredibly important about themselves:…
