Early Development

Remember the 5 senses? Taste, touch, sight, sound, smell? What if they don’t tell the whole story? Well, they don’t. It’s now largely accepted that humans have more than 5 sensory systems, though the exact number we have is still debatable. Some suggest 8, others 20, whilst some even argue for up to 33! The…

When it comes to parenting there’s no one-size-fits-all approach but there is a whole slew of different labels! Gentle parent, attachment parent, helicopter parent, tiger mum (are there not tiger dads!?) and so on. Labels aren’t always helpful, but some insight into what they represent might be, so what about ‘positive parenting’? What is it? Why is…

There is no getting away from the fact that we truly live in a ‘digital age’ advancement and innovation in science and tech means that we hardly have to leave our homes. In fact, the coronavirus pandemic proved that, if we really needed to, most of us could stay at home for months on end!…

The day your pre-schooler writes his or her first name is one of the first great academic achievements you see as a parent. But did you ever wonder what steps your child took to reach that goal? Would it surprise you to know those steps are rooted in the arts? Scribbling is the Pre-Cursor to…

“Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning.” — Fred Rogers (aka Mr. Rogers, producer of TV’s Mr. Rogers Neighborhood) Play is an essential part of every child’s development. Play begins long before children can hold toys or learn rules, and play helps in brain and personality development. Play can occur at almost…

“The way positive reinforcement is carried out is more important than the amount.” —BF Skinner, American psychologist, behaviorist, and author When BF Skinner wrote “Science of Human Behavior” in 1953, he opened a field of study previously unknown to parents before: that children could be influenced positively or negatively by the responses to their behavior.…

What is Social-Emotional Learning? Recently, Social-Emotional Learning, a new curriculum, was added to many preschools and daycares. Social-Emotional Learning is a set of skills that enables children to make responsible choices, manage big feelings, identify and maintain positive relationships, show empathy, and choose and achieve goals. Little ones do not need to be in a…

Teaching your children vital skills is one of the most rewarding jobs a parent can have, yet it is also tedious. You get to raise well-rounded kids and give them the skills they need to thrive in their adulthood at an early age. These skills are not limited to just learning or how to drive a car…

Not every kid learns at the same pace, and unfortunately, math is one of those topics that challenge most children. It would be best to incorporate math into your kids’ routine as it is a vital skill needed in their everyday lives. Research shows that children having excellent math skills is one of the best predictors of…

Preschoolers have a wide-open curiosity about the world and often ask creative questions about STEM. Most preschoolers enjoy exploring science, building blocks, and crazy sculptures. Hence, the best way to facilitate learning is to provide STEM activities while also sitting back and observing their growth. STEM activities are one of the most entertaining ways to engage your…

There is no doubt that parents go to extreme lengths so their kids can access only the very best — the highest-quality education, feeding, protection, etc. From the toddler stage to the teen years, children undergo a shocking amount of growth and development.  By the time your little one is done with kindergarten, about 90 percent of their brain…