Posts Tagged ‘social development’
Empathy in 3 Steps
Empathy is defined as the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It can be considered one of the most important characteristics of social behavior and is something that should be taught early on in childhood. Let’s look at the importance of, and how we can teach our children, empathy. Why Empathy…
Read MoreChildcare 101: Too Much of a Good Thing? How to Praise Kids Effectively
We all know that kids should be praised for doing something right or behaving well in various situations. But is there such a thing as too much praise? Many childcare experts say yes. It’s possible for too much praise to negatively impact the process of rewarding good behavior. The most important thing to remember when…
Read MoreThe Top 10 Benefits of Summer Camp
Summer camp is so much more than just a way to keep children occupied and entertained throughout the summer months. You may be surprised to find out that summer camp actually has many positive effects on children, some of which can last a lifetime. In fact, many child development experts agree that the summer camp…
Read MorePreparing Your Child for Kindergarten
The first day of Kindergarten can be an emotional experience, for both you and your child. You might be riddled with worry about how well your child will do in this new learning environment. Your little one might be scared to walk into a classroom full of other children he doesn’t know and adults he…
Read MoreHaving Fun the Old-Fashioned Way
Remember how much fun you used to have when you were a kid? You probably played games that entertained you and your friends for hours! Think about all the fun your kids could be having if you reintroduced these classic games to them. Here are some ways you can have some good old-fashioned fun with…
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