Winter is notorious for being dark and dreary. Well, not when Jean Vant Hul from The Artful Parent gets a hold of it!
Praise Junkies Part Two
One of my more popular posts is the one entitled Praise Junkies Beware. It talks about research which contradicts the self-esteem movement of the 80s and 90s. Back then, we thought that if we heaped praise on kids and told them how wonderful they are, they would indeed be wonderful.
Weekend Reads 1.12.13
First Friday Q&A – Should I Be Concerned About My Son’s Imaginary Friend?
(This video can also be viewed on YouTube here. Do you think YouTube intentionally chooses the most awkward point of the video to use for the freezeframe?)
Many of the resources on imaginary friends center on a study published in Developmental Psychology (Vol. 40, No. 6).
Homemade Hot Chocolate: Exploring the Sense of Taste
There are few things better than a frothy cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter day. Though I discovered recently that there’s even more to be gained than a warm belly.
Back to a Great New Year
I hope you all have a had a wonderful start to this New Year. I know I’ve had plenty of reasons to consider how truly blessed I have been and continue to be. One of those blessings is this blog, or more to the heart of it, its readers. And so I thank you for the role you’ve played in blessing my life.
Weekend Reads 1.5.13
It’s been a wonderful, recharging break, but I’m anxious to get back to things here! So many of you who emailed and left comments about your favorite finds here mentioned Weekend Reads as one of the items on your list, so I thought I’d sneak in a little early to share some of the great things I’ve been reading. [Read more…]
Merry Christmas!
You may have noticed things have gotten a bit quiet around here as the holidays have approached. (I should say they’ve gotten quiet here on the blog — they’re definitely not quiet here in my house! ) I’ve been trying to practice what I preach and slow down a little more, do a little less when I can, and be present with my family.
Because Writing is My Therapy…Thoughts on Tragedy and Mental Health
I’ve tried to write this since Friday, struggling to process and put my thoughts into words.
Batteries Not Included: Gifts for Kids that Ignite the Imagination
Have you ever heard people joke about getting an extravagant gift for a child, and all the recipient wanted to do was play with the box? That’s because for all the bells and whistles you can find attached to today’s toys, the fact remains that children love any opportunity to imagine, create, and pretend. And as a parent and educator, I love to give kids that opportunity! Here, you’ll find some of my favorite gift ideas for igniting that spark!
*This post contains affiliate links to products I genuinely believe you’ll enjoy!
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