Children with ADD/ADHD may need your help when playing or trying to get along with peers.
You can help your child develop social skills by teaching them self-regulation techniques such as telling themselves to ‘Pause and think first’ or using hand squeeze balls when they feel angry instead of lashing out. *For a line up of resources to help when parenting a child with ADD/ADHD, click the link below. https://familyedcentre.org/categories/parenting-a-child-with-add-adhd/
When your child isn’t listening…
We all want our children to hear what we say. It is equally important that our children feel heard and understood. It may take time but modeling good listening skills encourages children to then listen to us. Looking for more ways to listen so that you can be heard? Check out our eLearning course, Communicating […]
Keep kids active and busy during March Break.
Take at least one hour every day for some fun physical activities, both indoors and out. You could take a walk and come up with a list of ‘things to look for’ or play ‘Simon Says’ to keep it interesting. If the weather is rainy or unpleasant, set up a dance or workout video and […]
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.
Did you know that play is a child’s work?
Play is a child’s way of being part of the world they live in. Parents can support this by giving their children chances to play, by being involved with their play, and by giving them the lead in play activities. Learn more about the power of play for children through our eLearning course, What’s Play […]
Don’t wait for Valentines Day to say, “I love you” to your child.
You can say this all year long! You can also show your child love: leave a note on the mirror, present them with a small thoughtful surprise, go on a ‘date’ just the two of you, or prepare their favourite meal when they don’t expect it.
You can encourage your child by recognizing their efforts rather than their accomplishments.
A child does not have to win the game, score the goal, obtain the highest grade, land the main part in the play, or win the competition for you to encourage them. Discover other ways to encourage your child to help them build a healthy self-esteem by taking our eLearning course, What’s the Big Deal […]
Having trouble getting your child to eat their vegetables?
Children often prefer ‘crunchy’ to ‘cooked’. When they are hungry and waiting for dinner, why not let them munch on some raw carrot sticks or tomato slices. Then when they sit to have their meal, they have already eaten their vegetables. Want more ideas? Check out our resources on our website under category, Healthy Eating […]
Parenting a grieving child can be especially difficult during the holidays.
Sometimes children have difficulty trying to understand and articulate what they are feeling. Let them know you are always available if and when they are ready to share. Some children find it easier to talk when they are doing a side-by-side activity with you rather than have a face-to-face conversation. *For more helpful suggestions, listen […]
If your family exchanges gifts but you are experiencing some financial shortfalls
Instead of feeling the pressure to buy for everyone in the family, you could try drawing for names and putting a limit on how much can be spent per gift. Some large families even find it helpful to agree on not buying for adults in the extended family but instead each family pitching in a […]