Tip of the Week – July 4 to July 8, 2022
You can help children of all ages learn the skill of problem solving by helping them identify the different choices they have and the possible consequences of each one. Want more in-depth information about problem solving with children? Take our eLearning course, Whose Problem is This? Teaching Children the Art of Problem Solving.
Tip of the Week – June 27 to July 1, 2022
You do not need to enroll your children in expensive group activities to keep them busy and physically active this summer. There are many fun family friendly games that only require creativity and simple items. For example, play ‘balloon volley’, make a ‘jumping obstacle course’, or a ‘stuffed animal relay race’. Perhaps you can invite […]
Tip of the Week – June 21 to 24, 2022
Encouragement recognizes effort rather than accomplishment. A child does not need to win the game or obtain the highest grade. Encouraging your child in their efforts helps them build healthy self-esteem.
Tip of the Week: June 13 to 17, 2022
Feeling overwhelmed from juggling work, life, and parenting responsibilities? One strategy that may help is to set priorities and look at realistic expectations. What needs to be done now? What can wait until tomorrow, next week, or even next month? Looking for a few more ideas that may help? Click here: https://familyedcentre.org/categories/self-care-for-parents-and-caregivers/ *All tip sheets […]
Tip of the Week: June 6 -10, 2022
Looking for ways to save on your grocery bill while buying healthy food? Try these shopping tips: Make note of what you do have at home; create a meal plan and a shopping list for what you need; check out sale flyers and coupons in creating your list and ask your grocer if they ‘price […]
Tip of the Week: Jun 1 – 5
Are you a single parent? Take time for your self-care even if this means just ten minutes a day. Check out our e-learning program: Parenting in Partnership Through Separation and Divorce To learn more about this tip, click on the link below: Tip Sheets: English
Tip of the Week: May 24 – 30
Some parents find conversation with their children is best when both are doing a neutral activity together like driving in a car, washing the dishes or folding laundry. Find the time that works for your family to communicate effectively. Check out our e-learning program: Communicating Effectively with Your Children To learn more about this tip, […]
Tip of the Week: May 17 – 23
Keep your kids safe online. Maintain interest in your child’s online world. Talk about what sites, apps and games they like and don’t like and who they ‘chat’ to. To learn more about this tip, click on the link below: Tip Sheets: English
Tip of the Week: May 10 – 16
Parenting while grieving? Find outlets to express your feelings and emotions by journaling or using artistic or physical expression. Check out our e-learning program: Weathering the Storm: Parenting Grieving Children To learn more about this tip, click on the link below: Tip Sheets: English
Tip of the Week: May 3 – 9
New to Canada? Minimize stress and confusion for your children by having open discussions about your traditional values but be sure to answer questions about both cultures. Check out our e-learning program: New to Canada? Balancing Canadian Parenting and Traditional Values To learn more about this tip, click on the link below: Tip Sheets: English