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Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt
The other day we were playing dress up, and a little girl was trying to put on a costume. She was having a really hard time getting the costume on over her head because she was trying to put her head through the arm hole. The solution to this problem was obvious to me, but I wanted her to figure it out on her own. I watched her for a little bit and then could tell she definitely needed some …
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The Tech Debate Part 2: Tech Toys for Your Child
Source: vtechkids.com via SLCatKierland on Pinterest
Last month I discussed the appropriateness of technology for young children in The Tech Debate Part 1. The pro’s, the con’s, and the research vs. the practicality of technology in this day and age. If …
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Paper Chain Hearts
Who doesn’t love the look of paper chains?? They’re fun, especially when the number of links has a special meaning —like a countdown to a birthday or holiday! How about changing up the original paper chain to make a heart paper chain? This fabulous decoration is quick and very easy to make! Materials Needed:
Colored Paper of your Choice (I chose Valentine’s Colors because i’m still in the VDAY mood!!) Scissors Stapler How To Create the Paper Heart …
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Fabulous February Reads
I am sure you’ve noticed that there are books for practically EVERY occasion. Fiction or non-fiction, there are books about holidays, food, friendship, etc! And since it can be daunting to just walk into the store and/or library and grab a good, appropriate book for your child, I wanted to take this opportunity to narrow the field for you by noting a couple FABULOUS kids’ books for FEBRUARY!
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Saying Yes to No
One area that I studied in school was the importance of teaching our children self-control. We were given an interesting video to watch on You Tube created by Dr. David Walsh, the author of ‘Say Yes to No‘. In this video he recreates the “Marshmallow Test” where he gives a child one marshmallow and tells them that if they wait to eat their marshmallow for 15 minutes (an eternity for children) they would receive another …
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“Want-to-do’s” in February
Last month I wrote about the importance of designating time in our busy lives for our “want-to’s”…the fun stuff we want to do with our kids, but sometimes feel like we have no time to actually do! I hope some of you were able to attend some of the events I posted last month, but if not, don’t feel guilty! Here are brand new ways to spend fun and intentional time with your little ones!
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Take 5: …it’s a GOOD thing to do!
Give a little kindness…it’s a GOOD thing to do! This “Take 5″ category is NEW to our blog and covers issues on how build character, teach social manners, and grow spirituality in your little one. I want you to know I am super passionate about this topic, and I am very excited to have the opportunity to share some of these ideas with you!!
Today’s “Take 5″ is really about laying the foundation for teaching kids character and concepts like …
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Homemade Memory Game
Don’t know what to do with all of the left over scraps of paper from scrapbooking? You know, the random cut-outs of the beautiful paper you paid too much for and can’t seem to throw away! Here is an easy way to put those scraps to good use while having fun with your little one! My kids had so much fun picking out the decorated paper to design their own personalized Memory Game.
Materials Needed: Scrap …
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The Art of Storytelling
Children’s books are something I enjoy. I could honestly spend hours in the children’s book center at Barnes and Nobles just flipping through great stories! One thing I love most about them are the illustrations that bring stories to life.
Although I know the kids in my class love when I read stories to them, I have been surprised to find that they also love when I simply tell them a story. It is AMAZING to me that these …
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Creating Healthy Eating Habits
Yuck!
“I don’t want that, it’s green!” You’ve heard it before. Even if they don’t say it, they leave it on the plate- untouched. Or they turn their head as you try every trick in the book to get them to eat it. It is much easier to start young as our kiddos get accustomed to the tastes and textures of the items we are offering. But have faith: you CAN start at anytime! Make it fun, and there will …
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