Reggio Emilia Concept of Education
Reggio Emilia is an innovative model of education that emphasizes real-life experiences, project-based learning, and a child-centered approach.
Raising Confident Problem Solvers
Discipline is helping a child solve a problem.
Punishment is making a child suffer for having a problem.
To raise problem solvers, focus on solutions, not retribution. Focusing on solutions instead of retribution is key to raising children who are equipped to tackle the challenges of life.
Unlocking the Power of Early Experiences
Brain development in early years is a critical period in the life of a child, as it lays the foundation for future cognitive, emotional and social development. Research has shown that the experiences children have during this time have a profound impact on the development of their brains.
The Benefits of Child-led Activities in Early Years
Child-led activities are child initiative activities. It is an activity or play that is emerging from a child and the adult is following the child’s lead.
Child-led doesn’t mean let them do whatever they want.
They are are win-win solutions for all.
How to Reise Emotionally Intelligent Children
We can help children develop emotional intelligence by verbalizing expressed emotions, showing empathy, by modeling appropriate ways to express feelings and teaching problem-solving skills.
Understanding Challenging Behaviors
Have you ever found yourself with a child or children who behave inappropriately; children who interrupt, grab, push, refuse to share, or just won’t cooperate? You may feel overwhelmed and frustrated but difficult behavior does not only limit your effectiveness but it also limits a child’s chances for success in school. Why do children behave…
Montessori and Autism
Many children with autism struggle to communicate and need help developing basic skills, such as pointing (at something that they what or need) and joint attention (making eye contact). Structured teaching and working with speech therapists can help children develop this skill.
7 Strategies to Get Your Children to Do Want You Want!
We all want our children to develop to their full potential and be happy, responsible, and successful when they grow up. But that will not happen if we don’t set boundaries. Here are 7 strategies for setting boundaries.