06/07/2023
Is your child struggling with homework? Check out this article to find out how to create a positive homework routine. Make a smoother experience for your child with these proven strategies.
Strategies to Make Homework Go More Smoothly - Child Mind Institute
Routines and incentive systems to help kids succeed
05/28/2023
Childhood anxiety can have long-term effects on mental health. Check out this article for information and tips on how to address anxiety in young children and support their emotional well-being.
Addressing childhood anxiety as early as kindergarten could reduce its harmful impacts
A study of students across Canada between 2004 and 2015 provides an estimate of anxiety symptoms in kindergarteners, and can serve as a baseline for comparing children’s anxiety after COVID-19.
05/26/2023
Kindergarten transitions can be challenging for children and families alike. Check out this article for strategies on how to support your child's social and emotional needs during this important transition.
Kindergarten transitions can be eased by supporting kids' social and emotional needs
Parents and caregivers are vital partners in education, and together, educators and families can ease back-to-school jitters and help make this an exciting and positive transition for children.
05/22/2023
As their primary caregiver, you play a crucial role in building your child's language skills. Check out this article for tips on how to support your child's emerging language and help them become confident communicators.
How caregivers can help build children’s emerging language skills
Given the clear importance of language skills for lifelong outcomes, it is critical to set children up early for language success.
05/19/2023
Hosting a playdate for preschoolers can be a lot of fun, but it can also be stressful! Check out this article for tips on how to plan a successful playdate and ensure that everyone has a good time.
Hosting a playdate for pre-schoolers
Hosting another child for a playdate can be challenging, especially if you don't know them well. We have practical tips to make sure your playdate runs smoothly.
05/17/2023
Reading is important for the development of your child's language skills and vocabulary.
05/15/2023
Help your child build social and emotional skills at home with this article! From practicing self-regulation to developing empathy, these tips will help your child thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Building Social and Emotional Skills at Home
School classrooms are busy places where young children learn all sorts of things, including social and emotional skills such as how to express feelings and how to work together with friends on a project. Here are some suggestions for helping your child de
05/12/2023
Children who are read to at home hear a cumulative 1.4 million more words than those who aren't. Check out this article to learn more about the importance of reading and vocabulary development.
Reading, vocabulary, and the 'million-word gap'
When you read a book to your baby, toddler, or preschooler, you are doing more than just telling a story. You are also supporting their brain development, encouraging their imagination, teaching them about language and emotions, expanding their vocabulary, and sharing not just a story, but also a bo...
05/08/2023
Looking for ways to spend quality time with your child? Check out this article for fun and engaging activities that will help strengthen your bond and create lifelong memories!
Tips for Spending Quality Time With Your Child
As parents and caregivers, we can make choices to ensure time spent with our children is high-quality.