Tip of the Week – November 21 to 25, 2022
Rather than solving your child’s problem for them, encourage them to list their options for solutions and then help them assess each choice and the possible consequences and then guide them in narrowing down the ideas to try one of their solutions. Discover problem solving skills by taking our eLearning course, Whose Problem is This? […]
Tip of the Week – November 14 to 18, 2022
Did you know that structuring the environment for a young child is one way to discipline them? Because ‘discipline’ is actually about teaching and guiding rather than ‘punishing’, when you create a safe place for your child to play and learn, you are disciplining. Learn more about discipline by taking our eLearning course, Keys for […]
Tip of the Week – November 7 to 11, 2022
There seems to be more stress in everyday life than ever before, and children are also feeling this. A few healthy but simple strategies you can encourage your child to use in coping with stress include taking a break from the thing that is causing the stress, playing with a pet, and doing a hobby […]
Tip of the Week – October 31 to November 4, 2022
When we understand our children’s temperament, our parenting strategies can change and flex to help them develop the skills they need to manage stress and be happy and successful with their inborn temperaments. Want more information? Take our affordable eLearning course, Is This Child Mine? Understanding Your Child’s Unique Temperament. You will find out more […]
Tip of the Week – October 24 to 28, 2022
You can help your child or youth develop healthy self-esteem by focusing and building on their current strengths. Want more information? Why not join us for a FREE virtual workshop. Register here. You can also complete our eLearning course, What’s the Big Deal About Self-esteem? Helping your Child Grow Healthy Self-esteem at your pace.
Tip of the Week – October 17 to 21, 2022
If your child has ADD/ADHD and is struggling at school and with understanding or completing their homework, talk to your child’s teacher. Even some simple strategies such as having them sit at the front, breaking tasks down into smaller steps, or providing them with (visual) written instructions can make all the difference in your child’s […]
Tip of the Week – October 10 to 14, 2022
Parenting a Child with Autism? You can support their learning with these strategies: Use clear, concrete language. Allow for processing time. Provide time to transition between topics and learning spaces. Provide written step-by-step instructions and outlines for lengthy topics. You can find many more resources (including the Learning Support Menus the above tip was taken […]
Tip of the Week – October 3 to 7th, 2022
Instead of placing emphasis on the result of your child’s efforts (such as test results or winning a game), why not acknowledge or celebrate their progress instead? “Children need encouragement like a plant needs water.” – Rudolf Dreikurs
Tip of the Week – September 26 to 30th, 2022
Homework time can be a challenge for parents. If you find yourself in a power struggle, involve your child in working out solutions and take their suggestions seriously. Pick a time when you are both calm. Join us virtually for a FREE Homework Survival Strategies workshop at 7 pm on Thursday, September 29th, 2022. Register […]
Tip of the Week, September 19 to 23, 2022
Knowing your child’s personality type will help you identify when they may be facing a stressful situation at school or with their peers. You can then decide what they need in the moment, and how you can guide them towards helping themselves to cope with their stressors in healthy ways. ***************** Find out how to […]