9 Ways to Encourage Kids to Play Outside

2020-05-22 6:16:51 AM

As a child growing up, I remember playing outside a lot, riding my bike down our street, building stuff with sand, playing fun games with the other kids in the neighbourhood and and even walking to school. Playing outdoors as a kid was gold, I would practically beg to go outside. It was a time … Continue reading “9 Ways to Encourage Kids to Play Outside”

5 phrases to help your shy child feel brave

2019-09-27 12:07:25 PM

Every parent wants to see their children socializing with their peers, running around the playground, playing, chatting and all that. In fact, most parents might get worried when it dawns on them that their child is the shy type. However, as against the way most people see it, being shy isn’t something bad – it’s … Continue reading “5 phrases to help your shy child feel brave”

How to Encourage Kids to Play Outside

2019-08-23 11:26:42 AM

As a child growing up, I remember playing outside a lot, riding my bike down our street, building stuff with sand, playing fun games with the other kids in the neighbourhood and and even walking to school. Playing outdoors as a kid was gold, I would practically beg to go outside. It was a time … Continue reading “How to Encourage Kids to Play Outside”

10 Strategies for Dealing with a Defiant Teen

2019-08-09 2:09:04 PM

Adolescence can be a difficult phase in life to navigate. Defying the wishes of their parents (or other authority figures) and testing limits is a normal part of growing up for teens. Youth are trying to figure out who they are, establish their independence, and express themselves. Unfortunately, in some teens, this process can cause … Continue reading “10 Strategies for Dealing with a Defiant Teen”