Children sometimes lie to avoid punishment for something they have done. When this is the case a frustrated or angry response from mom or dad can aggravate the problem. Finding a way to respond empathically to the incident can increase honest communication.
A story for parents to keep in mind when helping their child with difficult homework and/or seeking support for their struggling student. As a reading specialist I periodically help children with academic challenges at Parents … Continue reading HERE »
Sorting through the many complexities of co parenting after a separation or divorce can be overwhelming and extraordinarily stressful. One of the many challenges can be managing the understandably raw emotions that come after such … Continue reading HERE »
I was leading a workshop recently when a mother, Sarah, told the following story of an unusually relaxing time she had with her twin daughters – Eva and Marie. On one of the first warm … Continue reading HERE »
This month I asked parents and children to share their thoughts about homework. Here’s a summary of what they said: WHATS USEFUL ABOUT HOMEWORK? PARENTS It is a good way to know how your child … Continue reading HERE »
