Summer can be a time to develop new skills and have fun. Keep your kids reading to help them stay on track to return to school and do well in the fall!
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As a parent, you can help talk with your child about bullying. By having daily, open talks with your child of any age, they may be more likely to come to you with concerns if they witness bullying or are directly involved in it. Ask open-ended questions about their day, friends, school, and feelings. Encourage your kids to stand up for their friends and report to a teacher or adult if they see someone involved in bullying.
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It can be so hard to know when a child is well enough for school or - too sick to go! While your decision must involve a healthy dose of common sense, here are some basic guidelines to help you.
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So how can you protect your kids' eyesight? Here's what I tell parents:
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While our kids were home learning remotely it may have felt like “snack-time” was all the time. I know that’s been true around my house! Now that they’ve headed back to school, it’s back to making school lunches!
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Be it kindergarten, middle school, or high school, the start of school can cause jittery feelings in our kids. And, these jitters may be worse for many kids this year than ever before. After months of remote learning it may be hard for your child to return to school. I have been hearing from lots of kids in my office that they are nervous to return to school.
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My colleagues and I have seen an increase in the number of anxious children coming through our doors this past year. These kids have faced stress from the effects of COVID-19 on their families, friends, school routines, and social activities. They’ve heard news coverage of traumatic events such as wildfires, elections, and racial injustice. Their anxiety is understandable. Stress can cause kids to have physical...
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If your kids are learning at home, you’ve probably run into a few challenges by now! Many of these can be handled by connecting with their teachers for help. If you’re concerned, don’t wait for the teacher to contact you – reach out to them!
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