School is a huge part of your child's life. On average your child spends more time at school or at school related activities than they spend awake at home. It should therefore come as no surprise that school related rivalries among children are a concern that parents have. … [Read more...] about Keeping the Peace: Sibling Rivalry and School
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Keeping Your Kids Safe in the Event of Fire
In school kids are taught what to do and where to go if there is a fire in the school building. Fire drills are held regularly and your child probably does well and follows instructions for safe evacuation during these drills. But does your child know exactly what to do if … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Kids Safe in the Event of Fire
Your Child Needs A Break: How to Ensure They’re Not Too Busy
In today’s busy world it is hard to know what kind of schedule is most appropriate for your children. For parents the daily schedule can become easily overwhelming. The pressure to juggle work, relationships, chores, and kids schedules has a tendency for mom and dad to … [Read more...] about Your Child Needs A Break: How to Ensure They’re Not Too Busy
Setting Boundaries For Your Activity-Rich Child
Children are just as susceptible as adults are when it comes to being overwhelmed by a busy schedule. But where adults often have the skills needed to make changes so as to better manage their time, children often need guidance and boundaries that help them to stick to a … [Read more...] about Setting Boundaries For Your Activity-Rich Child
Keeping Children Stimulated Without Overdoing It
We all know that too much of a good thing can quickly turn into a bad thing. Yet, some times it is hard for us to see when we are overdoing it. The challenge is especially difficult for those of us with the responsibility of raising children. Of course we want to give our … [Read more...] about Keeping Children Stimulated Without Overdoing It
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to