Ever wonder why a toddler gets so much joy out of saying the word “no”? Every question asked or command given is met with this simple two letter word. Once learned it’s in their vocabulary for life, and, while young, we work really hard to get a “yes” out of our sweet little ones. A…
Child Development
5 Concepts Everyone Should Know About ADHD
Children with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) make for some of the most misunderstood and mistreated (not medically) students. There is so much that goes in to this mental disorder; many teachers and parents are simply uneducated or have not experienced the struggles that come with having ADHD or teaching/parenting someone with ADHD. Many do…
Relationships are MORE Important than Curriculum
It’s the end of Thanksgiving break and school is back in session tomorrow. Most parents are eager to send their children back to school; some teachers are rested and ready to tackle the next three weeks until Christmas break. Going back to school may not bring up anxieties in all children, but for my son…