Miss Potter - Bee-ix Potter

Beatrix Potter's influence on a child's language development, inspired by the Miss Potter film.

Parenting - Teaching Your Children To Be Independent

No matter how much as parents we may want our children to stay children forever, the day will come all too quickly when they are ready to strike out on their own. Just how easy they find the challenges of independent living and just how successful they are at it will depend in no small measure on how good a job we as parents do in teaching them to be independent.

Are They Really Ready to Read?

Although most parents have the right intent, having children read before they are ready may cause more damage than good. According to experts, setting a good foundation is crucial in a child's success in reading and writing.

Why Helping Your Child Establish Good Studying Habits Is So Important

When it comes to studying, most children are less than enthusiastic about the task. Doing work at home feels just like an extension of school. If you start them early enough, they can develop good study habits that will serve them well throughout their educational career.

Strengthen Your Primary Relationship To Create A Peaceful Home

Over the years I've coached many parents both privately and in groups. I've come across so many who are in regular conflict with their partner. They frequently argue about how to discipline the children or are carrying around resentments and hurts towards each other. Just like a leader in an organization the parents set the tone of the household.

Drop In Child Care Center Visits

What should you look for when scheduling a drop in visit to a potential daycare center? The items discussed here will ensure that you choose a quality center to care for your child when you are at work.

The Effects Of Single Parenting On Children

Helpful advice that will provide information on the effects of single parenting and the impact being a single parent can have on a child. Times have really changed. Many old customs and traditions which were taught and practiced for several years are becoming obsolete now. The modern culture has changed and outgrown values and beliefs that were thought to be the core.

Why Children Over 5 Should Never Share A Bedroom

Every child should have their own bed. Youngsters who regularly share a bed cannot avoid physical contacts that invite sex play. Although in every child's life there is usually some such play without any harm, invitation to such activities must be avoided whenever possible.

Alternatives to Junk Food For Kids

Kids will eat just about anything put in front of them so long as it has sugar in it. Are there any alternatives to the junk food diet? You bet there are.

How To Stop Nail Biting In Children

Remember nail biting is an unconscious habit. Don't embarrass the child by publicly discussing his nail biting habit.

Supporting Your Child's Independence

As much as we're amazed by our children growing up, no parent can watch the search for independence without being torn. In this article, we will explore ways to support your child's independence.

Babies and Books

Ply your baby with books, and read the words as well as talking about the pictures. They need new words so their vocabulary can grow, when they at last begin to speak. And they will learn to love stories, and to love language as well. Never underestimate them.

The Importance Of Preschool Teachers

Preschool is an optional school experience designed for children at least two and a half years old, up until the age of five when they enter kindergarten. While some preschool programs are offered through the public school system, most are offered through private or religious institutions. Such programs generally offer a play-based curriculum that prepares children for the school environment. Preschool teachers facilitate this experience for children in their classroom.

A Parenting Tip About How to React to Teen Misinformation

Your fourteen year old girl says that her WHOLE class is going to an all night party. Your gut feeling is that it isn't the right thing to do. What should you do?