How to Improve Your Child’s Social Skills
What are Social Skills? Social skills are the key to connecting with others – speaking and understanding, using words and actions. They help kids make friends, grasp feelings, and do well in groups. In this article, we'll explore these skills, their
Prevent the Summer Slide through Playful Learning
Playful ways to keep your child learning through the summer holidays The long summer holidays have brought a break from the structured routines of school, giving children much-needed time to relax and recharge. It can become a time of growth, discovery
Learning the Importance of Losing
Congratulations and commiserations to the fantastic, record-breaking England Women’s Team. They may not have won the final, but they have enjoyed huge triumphs in this tournament and reaching the final of the World Cup is in itself a historical achievement. Losing
Tips to prepare your child for primary school
Teachers and childcare professionals agree that ‘school ready’ means that children: Are confident and happy to be in school for a number of hours without seeing a parent or carer. Are curious about the world and have a desire to
Setting Boundaries For Children
As your child grows, they develop a natural craving for independence, exploring the world around them, and making their own decisions. However, as parents, it is only natural to worry about their ability to make sound choices while avoiding potential
Top Bedtime Tips for Parents
While we understand that children need an adequate amount of sleep, particularly when they have a busy school day to get through, how useful is this really to parents? When children are screaming and carrying on a 10 o’clock at night,
Travelling with kids on Holiday
Travelling with kids doesn’t have to be stressful! Family holidays should be a source of enjoyment and relaxation, a way to make memories and spend some quality time together as a family. Equally, they can often be a source of arguments and
The Importance of Family Communication through Play
Families that play together, stay together Everyday life is busy and it can be difficult to spend quality time together as a family, but family bonding is important to maintain close relationships. As they get older and want more independence, you
Nature Deficit Disorder
Nature deficit disorder is a term coined by author and journalist, Richard Louv, to describe the negative consequences of society becoming disconnected from the natural world. While it is not a medically recognised disorder, it has sparked many discussions about
The Importance of Face to Face Communication
Being able to tell what people really mean, or if someone is lying, is an important skill to have. But like any skill it needs practice. Dr Amanda Gummer is one of many experts in child development who believe that overuse