The term “preschooler†refers to young children ages 30 months to five years, when the child starts kindergarten. During this time the child experiences tremendous growth physically and socially.
A child learns about the world through play. A young preschooler tends to engage in solitary play. At this stage, a
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Fun Ideas for Your Child and the Kidsitter
by Tania Cowling February 9th, 2026 | Elementary, Entertainment4 Ways to Help Kids Reach Activity Milestones
by Marnie Bii February 2nd, 2026 | Development, Preschool5 Tips for Creating a Healthy Toddler Schedule
by Marnie Bii January 26th, 2026 | Infants/Toddlers, SeasonalTeen’s Perspective on Schedules
by Sam P. January 19th, 2026 | Seasonal, Teens
Curbing Test Anxiety in Tweens
by Tania Cowling January 9th, 2014| School, Tweens
How does your Tween feel about taking tests? Does he become jittery, feel butterflies in his stomach, or actually feel nauseous? He could be suffering from test anxiety. Yes, it's a real thing! In Florida, children study throughout the school year for the FCAT (Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test). It’s
Don’t Fall for Injury
by Lori Sciame January 7th, 2014| Preschool, Safety
Preschoolers buzz, whirr, shimmy, and dance through life. Â Always on the go, their zeal for movement and learning can be infectious. But, when it comes to being safe and injury-free, this tendency for non-stop activity can work against them. Â As a parent/guardian of a preschooler, be on the lookout
Reading – Parents Can Help
by Margot F. January 1st, 2014| Elementary, School
“I hate reading!†Whether these words are exclaimed directly or indirectly through evasive behavior, encouraging an older child to read can be challenging, but possible.
The term “reluctant reader†refers to pupils who struggle with reading. There can be many reasons, including poor ability to decode words, problems comprehending the
The term “reluctant reader†refers to pupils who struggle with reading. There can be many reasons, including poor ability to decode words, problems comprehending the
Ways Kids Can Share During the Holiday Season
by Tania Cowling December 25th, 2013| Elementary, Social
A Positive Preschool Experience
by Margot F. December 24th, 2013| Preschool, School
A preschool is a good way to transition a child who is accustomed to being at home to a more structured environment with other children and adults. A positive preschool experience will help a child feel more confident when entering kindergarten.
A responsible preschool will have a safe environment for
A responsible preschool will have a safe environment for
How Teens Can Earn A Free Rein
by Sam P. December 20th, 2013| Behavior, Teen Perspective, Teens
Many teenagers complain about not having any free rein and not being allowed to do anything. Â But with that sort of trust from the parents comes responsibilities. Â And many teens aren't trusted with those responsibilities because their behavior doesn't reflect that they can handle them. Â If you can't remember
Light Therapy for Depression in Pregnancy
by Jane Wangersky December 16th, 2013| Pregnancy
Winter, for many, brings more vulnerability not only to colds and flu, but to depression. Pregnant women, with their hormonal changes, are especially prone to it. Though last winter I questioned the wisdom of a study that said anti-depressants during pregnancy didn’t “result in better outcomes†than