To raise a well-rounded child may appear to be challenging.. And, believe it or not, raising a child in faith-challenging times can be even more complex. It seems like more and more of our values are being tested with each passing day. We all want to instill in our children both kindness and compassion. We
Sleep is an indispensable part of a healthy routine and lifestyle, no matter what age you are. Getting enough sleep helps improve one’s mood, attention span and overall mental and physical health. This is why for young kids, adequate sleep is highly recommended. However, in today’s digital age where distractions surround our children, tucking them
As a parent, one of our ultimate goals is to raise a happy and well-rounded child. We do everything we can to shape our little ones to become responsible and successful adults. But what if your little one is an introvert? How do you go about helping an introverted child at school? Part of being
Whether we like it or not, we live in a world where exhibiting kindness and compassion seems harder than it used to. Apathy and unkindness aren’t new, but with the convenience offered by technology, passing judgment on others becomes easier. Is this the kind of environment we want to raise our child in? It’s not
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If you ask young kids why they hate school, they often provide an endless list of reasons. They tell you that school is a prison, that they hate homework, they don’t like getting up early in the morning, and so on and so forth. If you’ve been hearing these things from your little one, you
One of the most common struggles of many parents is raising kids to eat a healthy diet. While we want to influence our kids to eat healthy, it’s important to understand why they are being selective about food. For one, they might be naturally sensitive to smell, taste and texture. Second, they might have been
The period between 18 months and 4 years is both an exciting and challenging phase for many parents. During this stage, toddlers and preschoolers are beginning to comprehend that they are separate individuals from their parents and family. This is when they learn how to express themselves, communicate their preferences and act independently. Because expressing
Reading, as the old slogan goes, is fundamental. Not just for children but for adults, as well. Yet despite decades of stressing the importance of both adult and child literacy, some troubling statistics remain. A 2013 report from the National Center for Education Statistics found the U.S. ranked lower in literacy rates for individuals born
Imagine walking into a room with walls filled with your child’s drawings and scribbles. Or seeing your vanity table with your makeup all over the place and lipstick smeared on their face. Moments like this might have all your rage and fury running through your nerves. But, no. As a parent, we always try our
