Oh no it’s raining! No one wants to go out and you are stuck for ideas on what to do at home… I’m so glad you found this post. It can be frustrating to cancel outdoor plans and feel a bit isolating to be at home when rainy days hit unexpectedly (or even if you… {read more}
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June Book Club: How the World Sees You by Sally Hogshead
Happy June everyone. How did you find the parenting tips in last month’s book? If you want to learn more about our book club, you can find out about why I’ve created it and check out our previous read-alongs here. This month we are focusing on personal growth again with a book that helps you learn… {read more}
6 Effective Ways to Make Learning Fun for Young Kids
Every day children are absorbing the world around them. They have a natural desire to try new things and learn about how things work. Children are also unique human beings and, like adults, like to learn in different ways. I have never known this so intensely than when I became a parent of two boys… {read more}
Communication Skills for Kids {Free Printable}
We all want our children to communicate respectfully. But what exactly does that mean and how can we explain it to them? Communication is made up not only of words and their meaning but facial expression, body language, and the influence on the listener. Thanks to Vecteezy, a comprehensive online collection of graphics, I have… {read more}
8 Life-Changing Documentaries You Shouldn’t Miss
I’ll admit it, sometimes at the end of the day I really just want to zone out and watch some TV. But I still like to make the most use of my time and learn something useful along the way, so lately I’ve really enjoyed checking out the documentaries on Netflix. These were some of… {read more}
How to Teach Kids to Deal with Bullying
No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. – Eleanor Roosevelt It’s a great sentiment but goodness, if only things were that simple, right? Bullying is not a small thing to deal with, no matter what age you are. But children are very vulnerable to bullying because it can influence their self-esteem, confidence, and… {read more}
May Book Club: Calm Parents, Happy Kids by Laura Markham
May is here! Did you enjoy last month’s book? If you are new to the book club, find the background of the book club and see our previous read-alongs here. This month we are back to a book about parenting (we alternate with personal growth) and I’m excited to delve into Calm Parents, Happy Kids: The… {read more}
How to Talk to Kids About “Bad” Behaviour
Every parent has a different opinion about what “bad” behaviour is. If it’s so hard to define, how can we speak of it to our children? I’m thankful to have a special guest on the blog today to help us explore this topic. Nicole Schwarz is a mom to 3 girls, a Parent Coach with… {read more}
