Tag: social skills
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Helping Your Toddler Build Friendships
Read more Every parent wishes for their child to thrive socially, but let’s be honest: toddlers aren’t exactly known for their social prowess. Your little one might struggle to engage with peers due to their developing language skills, making it tricky for them to strike up conversations. At ages 2 and 3, kids often engage…
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Your 32-Month-Old Child: Development, Growth, and Milestones
Read more At 32 months, your toddler is entering an exciting phase of development. You might notice your child engaging in various types of play—some might prefer solitary activities, while others thrive in social interactions. As they navigate friendships, there might be moments of bossiness or challenges with sharing. To help them through these situations,…
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School Policy Promotes Inclusion Over ‘Best Friends’
Get Pregnant Fast A recent discussion has emerged online regarding an elementary school policy that appears to discourage students from having a “best friend.” This policy has sparked intense debate, as one might expect. While the headline may seem alarming, the actual intent is rooted in fostering inclusivity to ensure that no child feels isolated…
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Parents, Please Instill Some Manners in Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast I don’t expect my children—or any child, for that matter—to exhibit perfect manners at all times. They have plenty of time to learn the intricacies of etiquette, and truthfully, even many adults aren’t fully versed in every social nicety. I can overlook an elbow on the table or the occasional spoken word…
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I Was Wrong: The Hidden Value of Preschool for My Child
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast As a first-time mom, I was convinced I understood everything about parenting—yes, I can feel your eyes rolling. I truly believed my son didn’t need preschool. After all, what could he possibly gain from it that he hadn’t already mastered? At just 4 years old, he could read everything on his…
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I Ended a Close Friendship Because Our Kids Didn’t Connect
Get Pregnant Fast What do you do when you deeply care for a friend, yet your children can’t seem to get along? I still remember the moment I asked my son if he wanted to play at his friend’s house and saw him hesitate, his eyes shimmering with unshed tears before he quietly uttered, “sure.”…
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France’s Ban on Cellphones in Schools: A Step in the Right Direction
Get Pregnant Fast In 2003, when I celebrated my seventeenth birthday, I received my very first cellphone—a bulky Nokia adorned with a vibrant blue faceplate. Back then, personalizing everything was a teenage rite of passage, even if texting was still a budding feature that most of my friends had yet to embrace. I often found…
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Engaging Activities for Your 3-Year-Old: Boosting Skills and Fun
Read more As your little one transitions from toddlerhood to preschool, it’s time for some exciting activities that will not only keep them entertained but also help develop their social, cognitive, and motor skills. At this age, children are ready for more structured play, and there are plenty of fun ways to engage them! What…
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The Six Stages of Play in Childhood
Read more Playtime is essential for child development, serving as a fun way for little ones to learn and grow. From infancy to early childhood, the types of play evolve significantly. Here’s a guide to the stages of play your child will go through, along with some tips on how to support them along the…
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Consider Taking the ‘Wait Until 8th’ Pledge with Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast Could you hold off on giving your child a smartphone until they reach eighth grade? If your child already owns one, you’re likely familiar with the myriad challenges that come with it. Parents find themselves constantly managing screen time, scrutinizing the apps their children use, and keeping track of the device itself.…