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Preschool is Going Online: Why This is a Huge Mistake
Sneak peek: Online preschool is becoming more common in some areas. Discover why this misguided approach is squandering young children's …
Toddlers Have Big Emotions. Insight from Research on How to Respond
{One key aspect of toddler emotional development is learning to cope with big emotions. Research gives us insight into how we can help …
Research-Backed Parenting Goals for 2020
Sneak peek: At the beginning of each new year, many of us start with parenting goals to keep us on track. These research-backed parenting …
Want to be a More Patient Parent? Start Here…
{Most of us have tried the tactic of "counting to ten" to calm down. However, learning how to be a more patient parent for the long-term …
15 Acts of Kindness for Kids: Ideas for Developing Emotional Intelligence {plus a FREE printable}
{Acts of kindness for kids to help our youngsters grow in emotional intelligence. Research-backed but easy ideas to bring into the …
The Hidden Way That Kids Learn Empathy (and How Parents Can Help)
{The development of social skills and perspective-taking in kids is one of those milestones that often gets overlooked. By understanding …
Why the Moral Development of Toddlers Matters for All of Us
{Research on moral development in toddlers offers us amazing insight into how perceptive young children really are...and what it means for …
3 Top Tips for Raising a Kind Child: Realistic Ideas for Parents
{Nurturing a kind child is a goal for most parents. Research helps us find ways to model and foster kindness in our children} We all want …