Some children love reading and go through multiple books a week and others it is a struggle to get them to read. Reading is something that should be encouraged and that your children are doing; it just may take some … Read the rest
As children continue to grow and develop, they want to become more independent and they should start to gain more independence. For some children, this is easier to continue to encourage and as they get older they should be gaining … Read the rest
Many parents in the Chicagoland area are waking up to their children having a snow day, remote learning, or just not feeling comfortable sending their child to school in this weather. It is important to keep kids safe which is … Read the rest
As school has started and homework has probably started, do you have study skills established? Do your children know what they know how to get their homework accomplished, study for upcoming tests and quizzes, and get projects done? Establishing study … Read the rest
As you are starting the new year, are you thinking about what the year looks like and what your family calendar looks like? Some of this schedule will depend on how many activities your children are involved in and how … Read the rest
This time of year can become chaotic and stressful. The holidays are often thought of as a happy and magical time and it can be, but there are often many activities and other responsibilities that occur. How can you make … Read the rest
School has been in session for about a month for most families at this point. Children are getting back into their routines, but there may be some adjustment still happening. As school continues, children may develop more routines, but some … Read the rest
Now that most children are back in school, have they started coming home with homework yet? Are they struggling to get it done? Are you trying to figure out how to help make the process easier and not as stressful?… Read the rest
With the school shooting from yesterday, are you wondering how to talk with your children about what happened? Are you confused as to as to what to say or if you even need to say anything? Some of your child’s … Read the rest