Adults’ digital habits could be hazardous to children’s speech and language development. It's time to act. We’ve all seen it, and many of us are guilty of it: A parent is preoccupied using a phone at the playground, in line at the supermarket, at a restaurant or in a doctor’s waiting room as the child [...]
As your child grows, an endless stream of external forces will affect him or her. The surrounding environment plays a key role in shaping how your child develops. When we talk of the environment, we mean home, school and other places where your child will spend a significant amount of time. As a parent, it [...]
Today we're sharing some tips that will help you to have fun this summer and make the most of shared moments with your family, especially if you are planning to travel and want to enjoy the warm weather outdoors with your young children. SUN EXPOSURE & INSECT BITES: First, keep in mind the protection [...]
Pets are beings that fill with joy and laughs the lives of the little ones of the house. Taking care of a pet promotes new learnings and teaches children valuable long life lessons, among these benefits we have listed below: 1. Supports the social-emotional development Pets could be big contributors in the development of [...]
As Heike Freire says “Be connected to nature should be a childhood fundamental right in our societies” We are sure that you won’t be surprised if we tell you that most children spend a big portion of their free time behind a tv. screen, in closed places or using electronic devices. This causes them to [...]
As a parent, you have the special privilege of laying the foundation for the quality of life your child will have. Obviously you want the best for them in all respects. One way you can help facilitate this is to ensure that your child’s communication skills are being sharpened from an early age. This [...]
The fact that young children learn new languages faster than adults and older children is not in dispute. Beyond the anecdotal claims of parents and others who are around children who are exposed to a second language, there’s research out there to prove the fact. For instance, children of immigrants to Canada learn to speak both [...]
It is often said that the most common feeling a parent has when it comes to their child is guilt. Whenever something goes wrong with your child, the default reaction is to blame yourself. It becomes even worse when other people belittle your parenting skills and judge your child’s behavior. However, you don’t have to [...]
One of the top benefits of enrolling your child in a qualified daycare or preschool is the way it promotes the development of their social skills. Through daily real-world interactions your little one will learn invaluable life lessons like how to share, how to follow instructions, how to interact with authority figures and how to [...]
As the parent of a preschooler, you want to learn all you can about the things you can do to promote your child's development. You may have already addressed matters like ensuring they have the right toys, eat nutrition rich foods and are exposed to experiences that stimulate their minds. However, it’s just as important not to forget [...]
