School
Social Anxiety vs Shyness
Many kids are simply “slow to warm up” in new situations, and that can be a completely normal part of their personality. But sometimes what looks like shyness may actually…
Read MoreAvoiding Homework Hassles
For many families, homework can feel like the hardest part of the day. After a long school day, kids are tired, parents are stretched thin, and something as simple as…
Read MorePreparing Our Kids (and us!) for Back to School
Back-to-School Routines: Easing the Transition for the Whole Family Summer may be wrapping up, but for many families, the real challenge is just getting started—getting back into a school routine.…
Read MoreDeveloping Strong Parent/Teacher Partnerships
Many factors can help a child succeed at school. Effective teaching and parent support both aid children in learning. A cooperative alliance between parents and teachers ensures that children receive…
Read MoreWhat not to say to your kids — and what you can say that’s better
Our kids know how to push our buttons, even buttons we didn’t know we had. When that happens, it’s easy to express our frustrations. But if we can use some…
Read MoreSmooth Transitions: Training Kids for Back-to-School Rhythms
I think I had my first flash of real critical thinking right before beginning second grade. Summer vacation, filled with the whimsies of open days and late nights, limped to…
Read MoreScreen Time Solutions: Navigating Limits for Children and Teens
Eighteen square inches have changed the world as we know it. The average size of a smartphone screen is 3 by 6 inches. These few inches have the ability to…
Read MoreMiracles Happen: Balancing Time with Your Children
How did we get here? It started with cuddles and sweet baby breath and then we blinked and now we are juggling 3 extra curriculars, and homework. Somewhere along the…
Read MoreYour Daily Family To-do List: 5 Habits for Good School Days
There are five simple habits families can implement each day to stay connected, organized, and focused on what matters most.Routines help create structure and a sense of security. We repeat…
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