How does your family celebrate Valentine's Day? This holiday is a great opportunity for families to celebrate love and show appreciation for the important people in your life. Most kids make or distribute cute valentines to their friends, teachers, and family, but take the experience further by discussing why you are making valentines for each person. Even better, personalize each valentine with something you love about each person. Not only will that make each valentine even more special, it is a great chance to build your child's social emotional skills, language skills, literacy … [Read more...]
Additional supports for children in childcare
Please help! My son has been kicked out of three child care centers and he is only three years old! His teachers tell me each time that he is a handful to care for. I am a full time working mother and I cannot afford to stay home with him. I am also concerned that his behavior issues are not typical. His older brother who is 9 years old is having similar problems and I am getting reports from his after school program that he could possibly be asked to leave the program. Are there any programs available to children with behavior issues to help parents like me? Signed, Frustrated … [Read more...]