Child Development
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8 Tips on Nurturing Your Young Child’s Curiosity
We often take for granted the role that curiosity plays in the learning process. Research has shown that curious children outperform their peers in ... -
How Childhood Trauma Results in Brains Wired for Fear
Today, I want to discuss childhood trauma and how it leads to brains wired for fear. As I write this article, I am thinking ... -
12 Questions That Early Childhood Teachers Should Be Able to Answer
Early childhood teachers, like most educators, strive for excellence and scoff at mediocre colleagues. To be considered one of the best there are several ... -
Do Preschool Teachers Really Need to Be College Graduates?
Let’s get right into it. Yes, preschool teachers need to be college graduates. As a matter of fact, they need a bachelor’s degree, not ... -
15 Children’s Books That Teach Essential Life Lessons
I have a son that is 2 years old and he is my pride and joy. I had a great father, and the dream ... -
Empathy-building ideas for your classroom
It’s not always easy to see someone else’s perspective. Anyone who tries to see from another viewpoint has to take into consideration another person’s ... -
How to Deal with a Child Who Steals
If you found a pack of gum you didn’t purchase in your child’s coat pocket, you should know that you aren’t alone. Roughly one-fourth ... -
10 Common Questions Kids Ask and How You Should Answer
If you have kids, you know they ask a lot of questions, and they expect you to have the answers. Studies have revealed that ... -
What Your Child Should Learn in 5th Grade
Your child is in the final years of their elementary school career. Since kindergarten, they have been preparing for the moment when they would ... -
9 Developmental Milestones That You Shouldn’t Overlook
While it is perfectly reasonable for parents to worry about their little ones, you should try not to be overly concerned about your child’s ...