Whether or not your child is a picky eater, as a parent you want to make sure they get all the nutrients they need for healthy development. Yet, it can be difficult to encourage your … Read More
Developing Your Child’s Gross Motor Skills
Gross motor skills are physical skills that involve large muscle groups of the body. Children use their gross motor skills when they run, jump, stand, sit, walk, balance, climb, and dance. Not only do they … Read More
Ways to Model Good Behavior as a Parent
Young children are very curious and observant, and often mimic the behavior of their parents or caregivers. Recent research has suggested that a child’s tendency to copy everything an adult, does regardless of the logic … Read More
Fun Math Activities for Preschoolers
Children are introduced to the fundamentals of math from an early age. Pattern recognition, pattern creation, shapes, and sizes are all concepts that form the building blocks of math. Try these fun math activities with … Read More
How to Support Your Child in Uncertain Times
Many children experience fear or anxiety when they hear about world events or stressful things. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one out of every eight children is affected by an anxiety disorder. … Read More
Indoor Activities for Children
When families are unable to go outside, it may seem like the children have the hardest time adjusting. Because children love to play and be active, these feelings are understandable. However, there are several ways … Read More
Helping Your Child Get Along With Others
Learning to get along well with others is an important skill for young children to learn. Not only will it help them have an easier time in social environments like daycare or preschool, but according … Read More
Teaching Dental Health to Young Children
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, one out of 10 two-year-old children already have one or more cavities, and nearly half of five-year-olds have at least one cavity. Even though your child’s baby teeth … Read More
Outdoor Family Activities in the Winter Months
Depending on where you live, going outdoors during the winter might not be high on your list of fun things to do. However, outdoor time for children is important year-round. Outdoor activity sees a reduced … Read More
Indoor Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids
When the weather is rainy or too cold for outdoor activities, your children can still burn off some energy and indulge their natural curiosity with an indoor scavenger hunt. These indoor scavenger hunt ideas range … Read More