Make time for reading. If your child has a jam-packed schedule and reading is shoved between gymnastics and band practice, reading may seem like an unwelcome chore. Allow reading to be a relaxing and enjoyable time, free from pressure. Set aside a regular read-aloud time with your children. Choose a variety of high-quality literature that appeals
For so many parents, teaching children practical life skills—how to ride a bike, how to follow directions, how to respect others—often unintentionally takes precedence over creative thinking skills. But fostering creativity in our kids is critical, too, and here's why: "A child who is used to thinking creatively can more easily problem-solve than a child who
Choosing or changing schools is a big decision. And of course, you want to find the best fit for your child. Here are five things to watch out for, whether you’re thinking about traditional public schools, charter Visiting only once First impressions are important. But you may not get all the information you need if you only visit a school one time.
Through the COVID-19 pandemic, family life for many has been upended by lockdowns, school closures and remote work. For many families, this has meant spending a lot of time together at home navigating the stressful and uncertain situation. Many children have become used to having their parent or caregiver by their side at all hours of the day. For some
Through the COVID-19 pandemic, family life for many has been upended by lockdowns, school closures and remote work. For many families, this has meant spending a lot of time together at home navigating the stressful and uncertain situation. Many children have become used to having their parent or caregiver by their side at all hours of the day. For some
When we talk about creativity, we often talk about it like it’s a talent we’re born with. Either you’re naturally a creative person, or you’re not. In reality, though, parents can foster their children’s creative thinking abilities at a young age. While you can’t guarantee that your kid will become the next Picasso, you can give them a leg up later in life
