by jnijmeijer | Mar 14, 2019 | Child Development, Kids Health, Maths, Science, STEM
As a parent, we usually have a plan in place for everything…sickness, discipline, juggling busy schedules, even menu options for the week, but have you managed a way to rise as the victor in the homework battle? After learning for 8 hours, the last thing your child...
by jnijmeijer | Mar 14, 2019 | Child Development, Kids Health, STEM Activities
Many parents like you want to build in their children the value of giving back, doing good and making the world a better place. No matter how young or far apart in age your kids are, volunteering and doing good works for those in need are great family-building...
by jnijmeijer | Mar 14, 2019 | Activities, Child Development, Kids Health, Maths, STEM Activities
So your child isn’t crazy about math. One recent study has a finding that is perhaps not so surprising: Your attitude about math may be a big influence in how your children perform in the classroom. If you’re slinging casual quips about your lack of mathematical...
by jnijmeijer | Mar 14, 2019 | Activities, Child Development, Kids Health, STEM Activities, Summer Activities
Preschool is a foundational time in child development. Kids’ bodies and brains are growing at a rapid pace. Even with long, trying, tantrum-filled days, the first day of the Big K — kindergarten — will be here before you know it. Before the cute photos and mommy...
by jnijmeijer | Mar 14, 2019 | Activities, Camps, Child Development, Kids Health, lego camps
When we want to shower love on kids, many of us turn to gifts. And there’s a lot to love about presents. Kids are so easy to shop for and nothing generates a big grin and genuine excitement like the sight of a wrapped gift. Everyone feels good. Win-win. But if you...
by jnijmeijer | Mar 14, 2019 | Activities, Child Development, Classroom, Kids Health
Every parent would love if their child took to school like a duck to water — and grasped tightly to academic success, never letting go. Sadly, the busy environment, the pace and structure can all make a child feel very much like a fish trying to climb a tree. Even if...