Talking to Kids About Terrorism

How do you talk to your kids about what they’re seeing? Dr. Erin Leonard, a child psychotherapist, has some guidance… Continue reading Talking to Kids About Terrorism

Teen Suicide – Parents of High School Student Share Story ofTragedy

Teen suicide is an uncomfortable topic that is difficult to comprehend and so often unreported because of the extremely sensitive… Continue reading Teen Suicide – Parents of High School Student Share Story ofTragedy

How to Prevent Homesickness at Camp

Soon kids will be headed off to summer camp, and it may be the first time they’ve spent more than… Continue reading How to Prevent Homesickness at Camp

Are Your Kids Overscheduled?

Spring has sprung, a sure sign that calendars are filling up with warm-weather activities. Experts say keeping kids busy is… Continue reading Are Your Kids Overscheduled?

TIPSHEET: Five Essentials to Meaningful Play

1. Children make their own decisions. When children choose how to play for themselves, they experience freedom in making those… Continue reading TIPSHEET: Five Essentials to Meaningful Play

TIPSHEET: Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher relationships are most effective when participants have frequent and open communication with each other and demonstrate mutual respect for… Continue reading TIPSHEET: Parent-Teacher Conferences

9 Ways to Develop a Love of Reading

Make going to the bookstore more entertaining than a trip to the toy store. Never buy toys while your child… Continue reading 9 Ways to Develop a Love of Reading

TIPSHEET – 11 Habits of an Effective Teacher

1. ENJOYS TEACHING: Teaching is meant to be a gratifying and rewarding career field (although demanding and exhausting at times!). You… Continue reading TIPSHEET – 11 Habits of an Effective Teacher