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Teaching Toddlers About Sharing and Caring
by Tania Cowling April 15th, 2024 | Infants/Toddlers, SocialTeen’s Perspective on Family Dinners
by Sam P. April 8th, 2024 | Seasonal, TeensHome Alone: A New Experience
by Michele April 1st, 2024 | Safety, TweensHow to Foster Effective Communication in Children
by Lori Sciame March 25th, 2024 | Communication, Elementary
Here’s How to Find a Safe Trampoline on the American Market
by Editorial Team October 9th, 2016| Elementary
Trampolines have adorned America’s backyards for years, providing an enjoyable source of exercise as well as entertainment for people of all ages. At the same time however, this equipment has also been the target of many safety concerns among both parents and doctors alike. Trampoline related injuries were reported to
Morning Routines: The Elementary Years
by YPI Editors September 22nd, 2016| Elementary, Seasonal
We beg of you, please tell us that there's a morning routine for your elementary aged child. If you haven't created one and your mornings are chaotic and prone to emotional outbursts, it's time to create a routine. More than likely you've heard that children thrive on a schedule. It's
Guiding Behavior With Natural Consequences
by Tania Cowling August 31st, 2016| Behavior, Elementary
As your child’s main teacher, you are a guide helping your youngster develop self-discipline. You must think about goals for your child’s behavior. For me, I wanted my children to make good decisions and be respectful for the feelings of others. I wanted them to learn and continue to use
Biking Safety for Kids
by Joe Lawrence August 24th, 2016| Elementary, Safety
“Stack up one more box, I know I can jump higher than you!†This is something I remember saying often behind the plaza where we used to ride our bikes at as a child. Safety was the last thing on our minds as we had our own version of the
How to Talk to Your Child About the Death of a Loved One
by Editorial Team August 22nd, 2016| Elementary
Experiencing the death of a loved one is extremely difficult for everyone, but it can be especially confusing and scary for a child who does not fully understand what death is, and who does not understand where their loved one went. Talking to your child about the death of a
It’s Time for Back to School Shopping
by Tania Cowling August 17th, 2016| Elementary, Seasonal
Have you ever experienced a “before-school-starts†nightmare to try and find the “coolest†clothes or the most efficient tablet? I have. Hopefully some of these “I've been there†tips will help get your school shopping done somewhat stress-free. It’s all about the planning.
With school bells ringing in August (for others
With school bells ringing in August (for others
Motivating Kids
by Editorial Team August 11th, 2016| Elementary
How to Keep Your Kids Motivated Throughout the School Year
Motivation can be hard to come by sometimes in life. This is especially true with children that are simply trying to make it to the next grade level. You can tell your children all day long that they need to remain
Motivation can be hard to come by sometimes in life. This is especially true with children that are simply trying to make it to the next grade level. You can tell your children all day long that they need to remain
Reversing the Summer Brain Drain
by Tania Cowling August 3rd, 2016| Elementary, School
As we approach a new school year, parents may be wondering if their child is prepped and ready to begin. How much information have they retained? After a long summer vacation, have your children lost one to three months worth of learning? It’s not too late to do some reviewing
How To Choose The Right Dental Clinic For Your Children
by Editorial Team August 2nd, 2016| Elementary
The Importance Of Protecting Your Child's Smile
At a time when self image is everything, protecting your child's smile at its beginning stages is a smart choice. Preventive care can be far less expensive than dental treatments for major work such as root canals or cavity fillings. Your child's primary teeth
At a time when self image is everything, protecting your child's smile at its beginning stages is a smart choice. Preventive care can be far less expensive than dental treatments for major work such as root canals or cavity fillings. Your child's primary teeth
Elementary Kids and the Summer Heat
by Joe Lawrence July 27th, 2016| Elementary, Safety
There is no doubt that kiddos want to be playing outside during the summer. All winter long they are cooped up and can’t wait to explore the outdoors. However, we have to make sure we are cognizant of the heat and the effect it can have on our children.
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4 Occupations that Can Improve Parenting Skills
by Editorial Team July 27th, 2016| Elementary
As parents we try to do everything we can for the betterment of our children so that they can have an optimal future ahead of them. Much of that has to do with learning new sets of skills related to pediatric nutrition, discipline, emotional control, speaking, healthcare, therapy, and anything
Firefly Picnic: Eat and Play Under the Stars
by Tania Cowling July 20th, 2016| Elementary, Social
Summer is the perfect season for picnics. We mostly think of lunches spread on a blanket in the sunshine, but why not plan an evening dinner picnic under the stars and in search of fireflies? Elementary-aged kiddos are roaring to stay up late and romp around the backyard in the