Social skills development begins with infants and continues well into the teen years. Early childhood is a very formative time for basic social skills like empathy, sharing and taking turns. Here’s a quick overview of what to focus on and how social skills are developed at home. Expressing emotions in healthy ways Once children develop […]
Around this time of year, every kid experiences the same debacle: holiday overload. Their routine gets thrown out the window, and they’re forced to interact with relatives they’ve never met before. This is a recipe for crankiness and complete meltdowns. Help your children embrace the festivities by following these tips for holiday overload prep. Prioritize […]
Anyone who has young kids in school knows how difficult the winter months can be. It seems inevitable that your child will come home with a runny nose at some point. With the way the world has changed due to the pandemic, this could require you to run out for a COVID-19 test and might […]
You might think that your child is ready for kindergarten if he or she knows the alphabet or knows his or her letters numbers. While these are important skills, they’re only one part of preparing your child for kindergarten. A child’s social and emotional abilities are just as important when making this significant leap. If […]
The last year and a half has been difficult for everyone. In particular, it’s been tough for young children. The littlest ones may not even remember what the world was like before the pandemic hit. Social isolation is the norm for them, with many children only recently returning to school or other “normal” social interactions. […]