Recently, scientists confirm what teachers have suspected for years: music not only nourishes the soul, but it also shapes growing minds.
Category: Big Kid
We know you probably hear this all the time, but don’t kids grow up so fast!? One minute you’re worrying that your baby will never sleep through the night and may very well go to school without being potty trained and the next minute, they’re all grown up (which brings it’s own set of challenges!). Don’t worry because here you’ll find parenting tips, through big kid articles, videos and activities on fostering positive friendships, healthy eating habits, language and developmental delays, protecting your children from predators, reinforcing learning at home and more!
Skin Care for Kids: What to Use and What to Avoid
When we talk about our organs, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Heart? Lungs? Maybe even the brain! It’s easy to forget that the one organ we see everyday falls into that category. All hail the SKIN.
These Are the Advantages of Farm Life for Kids
For some of us – those who dwell in the city and the suburbs – thinking about life on a farm comes with bucolic images of sunny days, lush fields, and happy animals. But contrary to that idealized vision, as any farmer will tell you, life on today’s farm is far more nuanced and complicated […]
Age-Appropriate Activities for Promoting Literacy in Young Children
Improving your child’s literacy skills is one of the key skills that will benefit your child future education and adult life.
Important Lessons for Kids: How to Not Be a Sore Loser
A Mommybites reader asked, “What should I do if my child is a sore loser?” It is important to teach a kid how not to be a sore loser, as well as how not to quit things because they are difficult. Luckily, Dr. Sarah Klagsbrun has come up with some helpful tips to help children […]
Anger Management Tips for Tweens and Teens
Does your tween or teen often find themselves in trouble because of anger or react to situations and later regret how they behaved? Does her anger cause problems with other people, or does he express that he is tired of letting anger control him? It is important to understand that anger is a natural feeling […]
6 Ways to Teach Your Kiddos about Money
There’s no doubt talking about money with children is challenging; however, it is essential for their personal development.
The Power of Play in Your Child’s Development
Play is such an important way your little one engages with the world and builds their skills! Check out why play is very serious business.