Your child's behaviour is especially difficult and you've tried to coach them, but nothing is working. Your child won't listen despite using every parenting strategy you can think of. This positive discipline technique is the foundation for everything. Find out why this particular positive parenting strategy works so well.It wasn’t going to be a long road trip and I … [Read more...] about This is the most valuable strategy for all good behaviour
preschoolers
Fishing Sight Word Sensory Bin
Currently, I'm between a rock and a hard place when it comes to my daughter's interests, education, and stubbornness. She is very interested in early literacy. She wants to spell, write, and sound words out. However, fine motor skills are not her forte. So, we start off with an activity. I get creative. She gets excited. She makes a mistake. And then, she's frustrated, … [Read more...] about Fishing Sight Word Sensory Bin
My Kids Aren’t Obedient and That’s Okay
My kids aren't obedient because I don't expect them to be. And there's good reason for this. Find out why obedient kids should not be a goal of parenting. As we entered into my OB-GYN's office, we may as well have been a three-ringed-circus.At eight months pregnant, I was so big my waddle was unmistakable. If my oversized belly didn't turn heads, then my … [Read more...] about My Kids Aren’t Obedient and That’s Okay
Simple Olympic Activities for Preschoolers
Make your backyard extra fun while teaching your children about the Olympics with these super simple Olympic Activities for Preschoolers! This summer marks the first time my kids are old enough to learn about the Olympics. And I'm especially excited! During the 2010 Winter Games, I met my husband. Of course, I doubt they'll really … [Read more...] about Simple Olympic Activities for Preschoolers
Best Strategies for Parenting a Spirited Child
Parenting a spirited child is a very involved, dynamic, & rewarding process. Find positive parenting strategies to parent your spirited child here. There are times where I wonder if my two kids are trying to reenact a scene from Lord of the Flies. Really. In our household, something as simple as changing them into their pyjamas can … [Read more...] about Best Strategies for Parenting a Spirited Child