Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté posit that in lieu of a parental figure, kids are forced to attach to their peers. This leads to a kind of “blind leading the blind” guidance at a time when kids still need their parents.
Child-care workers often come from diverse backgrounds and may have very limited education or an advanced degree. Consider these different perspectives when communicating with employees. Get in the Trenches Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty. Offer to help in the classroom when a worker ...
Assertiveness skills can be taught in many ways. Parents can begin by talking about the qualities of a positive friendship. Asking, “Would a good friend do this?” or “How would a good friend handle this?” may be helpful. Practice role-playing with children to help them handle problems ...
A new field of research suggests self-compassion may be the key to a happy and successful life. Here are five ways parents can help their children develop this critical life skill.
Popcorn season closes in late November, and the holidays were on his mind—particularly the stories his father had told him about his own days in foster care. “They don’t really have Christmas,” Jonathan said. With 5,000, he could bring Christmas to a lot of kids. With the help of...
s age. Your well-being is completely in the hands of your parents. You are financially dependent on them and, whether you show it or not, you have an extremely strong emotional connection to them. You want their approval, but you also want to try things out on your own – and ...
comes into your care, the bedroom must be neutral and inviting. This is the best way to help them settle in. It would be unwise to welcome a child into a bedroom that has clear signs of belonging to someone else because this is supposed to be a space that they mould into their own...
Trusted friends and family members can help by: Taking the kids to school, or making sure they get off the bus safely Doing pickup and drop-off for sports and activities for the siblings Walking the dog or taking care of pets at home ...
When you see animals in trouble, try to help them. If you seea dog chainedto a tree every day when you walk home from school, ask your parents to call your local animal control officers and tell them why you’re worried about the situation. If you ever see kids being mean to stray ...
Acknowledge too that sometimes resilience means recognizing when you need help. Show the willingness to seek professional support if needed; this teaches kids that asking for assistance is not just okay, but a smart strategy in facing life’s challenges. ...