Balancing act: gymnastics builds skills for life
Balance is a crucial life skill, whether it’s managing your time or mastering your body’s movements. For kids, gymnastics offers a fun...
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Oct 71 min read
Build a routine to set the day
As educators we see the children scramble through our doors who have gotten up late, had a temper tantrum over shoes or a favorite shirt...
Jul 311 min read
Get connected to your child’s school experience
In preparing for a new school year, be ready to support your student in seeing how their strengths, weaknesses and behavior can affect...
Jun 61 min read
Developing fine motor skills
Summer months bring baseball, climbing, swimming — numerous opportunities for kids to develop their gross motor skills. But don’t ignore...
Mar 251 min read
Transitions can be tough
Do you have a child who doesn’t love Mondays, going back to school after vacations or changing teams? Many kids (and adults) find...
Feb 91 min read
Memory matters
School success relies on two cognitive functions: short-term memory and long-term memory. Short-term “working” memory is the ability to...
Dec 4, 20231 min read
Hula hoops are for winter, too
A hula hoop might call to mind sunny outdoor days, but they are useful all yearlong in teaching. They can be used in a variety of ways,...
Oct 9, 20231 min read
Partnering with your child’s teachers
The teachers in your child’s life are committed to engaging, instructing and guiding them into new areas of growth and discovery....
Aug 3, 20232 min read
Supporting your child through anxiety
As a school administrator, I often meet with parents who are worried about their child who struggles to get out of bed, disconnects from...
Jun 1, 20231 min read
Making and keeping friendships
Peer relationships are key to a child’s development, helping them grow social skills that are fundamental for their whole lives. If your...
Mar 21, 20231 min read
Un-selfie parenting
As parents we hate seeing our kids unhappy, and giving in sometimes feels a lot easier than saying no. However, we’re creating a “selfie”...
Feb 13, 20231 min read
Curl up with a book
With the short amount of daylight, rainy weather and foggy days, it’s the perfect time of year to snuggle up with your child and a book....
Nov 28, 20221 min read
Fast, early morning breakfasts
In this season of gift-giving, the best gifts are not those that cost the most, go the fastest or sparkle the brightest; they are gifts...
Oct 1, 20221 min read
Actively learning to know your children
While culture and trends change and we work to understand their impact on kids, some things remain constant, like the importance of...
Aug 9, 20221 min read
Nurturing children so they grow
What kids need to grow and achieve in school and life is similar to tending a garden. With the right care, children can bloom, just like...
Jun 15, 20221 min read
Simple chores teach valuable lessons
This summer is the perfect time to help your child develop important skills for success in school and life, such as diligence,...
Apr 1, 20221 min read
Making and keeping friendships
Peer relationships are key to a child’s development, helping them grow social skills that are fundamental for their whole lives. If your...
Jan 26, 20221 min read
Reimagining birthday parties
Forget Pinterest perfection The thought of a birthday party drives many moms to Pinterest to find the perfect birthday theme with games,...
Dec 9, 20211 min read
The spirit of giving, as a family
Finding ways to give and serve as a family is deeply rewarding. It helps role-model generosity and instills in your children the sense of...
Oct 12, 20211 min read
Establishing good study habits
Guiding your child in how to accomplish focused work helps set them up for future success. To lay a solid foundation: Start early When...
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