Help children tell their stories. Protective as we may be, children will all experience at least mildly traumatic events. Mean teachers who ridiculed them, like scary moments when they got lost in the supermarket; instances that incited fear, anger or sadness will…
Author and humorist Erma Bombeck once wrote, "When my kids become wild and unruly, I use a nice, safe playpen. When they're finished, I climb out." As parents and teachers, we all have moments when we would like to hide…
Webster’s Dictionary: Self-Esteem is a realistic respect for or favorable impression of oneself; self-respect or exaggeratedly favorable impression of oneself. It is a feeling of pride in oneself. Charles, 4 years old had built-up self-doubt in himself because he felt…
Difference is not the same as being difficult but you would do well to look at your own behavior and consider which side of the line it sits when thinking about handling a relationship you find problematic. Is the object…
Here are a few important reasons: - Dancing to music and making music releases stress and energy - Music gives children a way to express their emotions …
My question is “What are your strengths in dealing with children’s behaviors?” Since you are here with your experiences, you have something special going on between you and the children. You have your successes and what are they? Some strengths…
Fear of separation: Toddlers' anxiety about separation is an indication of growth. Before the toddler turned 2, they forgot when the parent left and settled down quickly. Now the child worries about and puzzles over the parent's departure. Parents should…
The easier it is to do, the harder is it to change. Forgiveness is not an event. It is a process. Take a second look ... it costs you nothing. Influence is like a savings account. The less you use…
United States Population is 325.7 million (2017)with 40 million having long-lasting conditions or disabilities or 12.6% as of 2015 with 906, 784 using wheelchairs, 3, 517,225 using canes, 274,783 having artificial limbs and 2 million children with handicaps (a 2% increase…
The following characteristic traits include trustworthiness, honesty, integrity, promise keeping, respect, responsibility, caring, sharing, justice, fairness, civic virtue, and citizenship. These are goals and fine reasons why to we pursue in teaching true ethics in the schools. It will help…