Socrates said, “To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom.” Child development experts undoubtedly agree: They’ve expanded this basic concept into an entire field of study known as social- (or socio-) emotional development. The results of this research have revolutionized early childhood education. What is Social-Emotional Development? For a simple understanding of what social-emotional [...]
It's almost amazing to see just how much energy your preschooler has. They are basically in the mood to play from sunrise to bedtime. For the most part, this is the way of life for children at this age. If you have ever wondered why your child seems practically driven to play, this informative post [...]
Would you describe your toddler as a ball of energy? Ever wish you had a tenth of that energy running through your veins? Well, you may not believe it, but this is part of what it means to be a healthy toddler. In fact, if he preferred to just sleep all day, you would be [...]
Do you remember your experiences in school as you were growing up? You probably remember how students were treated differently based on their intelligence. Most societies share a stereotypical understanding of what it means to be smart. And these stereotypes have been passed down from generation to generation. However, contrary to what many people might [...]
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 [...]
