One of the greatest things about having a bigger family is that there’s always somebody to do stuff with. But sometimes it can be hard for everyone to agree to want to do the same thing, particularly when there’s a big age gap. Playing games online can be a great leveller, and it’s great when …
Learning styles vary from one child to another. Learning styles are generally split into three categories, visual, auditory and kinaesthetic, and each one relates to the senses that your child uses most when learning. By identifying your child’s learning style, you can choose effective study methods to complement their strengths. It can also be useful …
One of the most important parts of parenting is helping your children to learn how to handle their emotions. Children who learn about different emotions from an early age will find it easier to control their feelings and face challenges. Furthermore, studies have found that children with higher levels of emotional intelligence are less likely …
Morals give us our sense of right and wrong, they enable us to be valuable, considerate members of society and they guide us on our path through life. The earlier that children are introduced to the concept of moral values the better as this lays the foundation that enables them to develop their own unique …
As a parent it is your responsibility to help raise your child to be a respectful, empathetic member of society who celebrates diversity. Children should learn from an early age that the world is filled with variety. No two people they meet will ever be the same, but everyone should be treated fairly and equally. …
Your natural instincts will most likely make you want to shield your child from any emotional or physical threat, to make sure they are happy and safe at all times. While it is of course essential to keep your child from harm’s way, a little hardship is not always a bad thing. When they grow …
It is our duty to educate our children about the importance of caring for the planet. As parents we should champion environmental consciousness, teaching our children how precious the natural world is, and how essential it is that we all play our role in protecting it. We must do all we can to conserve our …
There are lots of advantages to teaching your child mindfulness. It’s a popular meditation technique which helps a person become more present in a moment, reducing stress, inspiring positivity, boosting concentration and creativity, and generally just aiding relaxation. Mindfulness involves paying attention to one’s thoughts and senses in any given moment. I have teamed up …
Peer pressure is something we all face at some point in our lives, even as adults. Sometimes it can have a positive affect on us, like if we have a friend who is into healthy eating and exercise and encourages us to follow suit, but unfortunately it can also be bad for us. It’s important …
Feeling anxious about how well your child is performing in school is a perfectly normal emotion for parents. We all want the best for our kids and often try to find ways to support their learning. Homework obviously plays a big role in a child’s academic journey and parents should try and help where possible. …