Tag Archives: social skills
Kids Not Listening? Four Things You Can Do Right Now To Get Them To Tune In
In my professional life, I’ve consulted and advised a variety of people — parents, teachers, care-givers. Now and then I even consult myself. My “mother self” becomes frustrated with something, and soon, the “consultant” part of my brain steps in to … Continue reading
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Putting a Stop to the Potty Talk
I have three boys. Two are between the ages of four and six — prime specimen for the potty-talking stage. The other is still just babbling but has already been coached by his older and wiser brothers as to … Continue reading
No More Tears…an Unfair Request
Kids lose it. They cry. And that can be a stressful thing. Especially when you were already on your last nerve sometime yesterday. But there’s something I hear parents say that makes me cringe a little. It comes in many … Continue reading
My First Podcast: Preparing Children for Back to School
I’m so excited to be featured today on Mandi Ehman’s podcast series at Organizing Your Way! She has a fantastic site and some exciting things coming up in the future. I’m flattered to be associated with her! Today, we’re talking … Continue reading
Spare the Rod: What Spanking Teaches Children
I heard a comedian the other day, who really made a good point. He said essentially this: “My friends are always questioning my choice not to spank my kids. They’ll often say, “Never? You’ll never spank you kids? There’s no … Continue reading
Let's Make a Deal: Teaching Children the Art of Trading
“Sharing” is a vague concept for young children. Most understand that everyone should share with them. Their egocentric minds interpret their happiness as everyone else’s. Learning that making others happy can actually help them as well, takes practice.
Let’s Make a Deal: Teaching Children the Art of Trading
“Sharing” is a vague concept for young children. Most understand that everyone should share with them. Their egocentric minds interpret their happiness as everyone else’s. Learning that making others happy can actually help them as well, takes practice.
Magic Words for Guiding Behavior: "Let's Pretend"
In Vivian Gussin Paley’s book, A Child’s Work: The Importance of Fantasy Play, she mentions the opportunity to use fantasy play as a tool for classroom management or child guidance. I found this interesting, and it caused me to think … Continue reading
