Sneak peek: A different take on the question of “what to do when kids are bored.” Hint, hint…nothing! In the wake of the coronavirus crisis, many of us have become unintentional homeschoolers literally overnight. Despite lessons being sent home or online schooling, boredom still reigns for kids for hours a day. The question of “what […]
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4 Research-Backed Reasons Why Parents Shouldn’t Relieve Kids’ Boredom
Acts of Kindness for Kids: Ideas Kids Can Do While Stuck at Home
Sneak peek: Acts of kindness for children can help them cope with this difficult time by providing a way to help others. We are all adjusting to our “new normal” routine of life under this situation of pandemic and social distancing. Each day, it seems more restrictions are being placed on each of us, including […]
Comprehensive List of Educational Resources for Kids During School Closures
Many of us were expecting it, but the day has come when most of us are experiencing school closures due to the coronavirus pandemic. Like many of you, my head has been spinning with ideas, plans or concerns about how to keep my kids engaged, learning and at least somewhat occupied while at home for […]
The Scientific Reason Little Kids Love Repetition {and how it helps language development}
Baby language development is fascinating, isn’t it? Our little nonverbal infants go from cooing to babbling and talking in full sentences in the course of a few short years. Amazing! This is one of the most researched aspects of child development and parenting. How does this really happen? Does the language we use with our […]
What Research Says is the Best Stay-at-Home Mom Schedule for Kids {and moms too!}
Peek inside: Being a stay-at-home mom with a toddler has its ups and downs. Learn how to establish a stay at home mom schedule for toddlers that works for you and your child. I sat at the bottom of the basement stairs crying. My husband ran out of his home office, wondering what was going […]
