Training parents about all things preschool and kids aged 18 months–5 years
Few childhood favorites survive the challenge of time, but Play-Doh is here to stay. Who can resist that smushy, smelly, colorful concoction? (Especially not this year, with the release of a new Millennium Falcon playset that every Star Wars fan ages 3-and-up will have to have!) You can roll it, cut it, and turn it into…
Here’s a familiar scene: It’s past 8:30 and everyone in the house, including Mama, is CRANKY. When you have preschoolers at home, bedtime can really be a nightmare (no pun intended!). Your last task of the day is putting your little angel to sleep. In preschool land we have something called Routines and Rituals. It’s…
There are some babies who come out of the womb “politic’in” and ready to run for office, while other children are naturally more reserved. Being timid could be in your child’s DNA and it isn’t necessarily a bad thing. However, it could cause your child to miss out on a lot of fun and new…
Excerpted from our book All About Preschool: How to Choose the Perfect School and Prepare Your Child for Success. Parents typically start looking at preschools nine months before their child will begin attending. Make appointments to visit several different schools. You should prepare to ask a lot of questions, but be aware of the way…
I’m going to just type the words. Penis and Vagina. Now, it’s in print for the world to see. Why is it so hard to say these words? In our house, the private areas of our bodies were referred to as the “como se llama.” This was translated to mean the “whatchamacallit.” Should parents teach children the…
A relatively new feature in New York City cabs is video screens for passengers. There are promotional clips for Broadway shows, great restaurants, and local attractions. Recently, I was in town on a business trip and my taxi ride included a public service announcement. The message was simple: Talk, read, and sing to your children. It…
A child’s early experience of being nurtured and developing a strong attachment with a caring adult affects all aspects of behavior and development. When parents and kids have strong, warm feelings for one another, children develop trust that their parents will provide what they need to thrive, including love, acceptance, positive guidance, and protection. Research…
Ages: 3-6 Items Small Plastic Animals Cell Phone Camera Shoe Box Items from Nature Paint Brush Skills Problem Solving Following Directions Visual Discrimination Instructions Take a picture of each animal individually. Hide them indoors or outdoors. For younger children. limit the hiding area. Show the pictures of each animal one at a time to your…
I was in New York recently on a business trip. I have to admit I am not a subway chic I am a cabby. If you haven’t been in the big city lately, you might not know there are video screens in the cabs. ( Plus the greatest perk you can pay by credit card.) …
Everyone knows the feeling, the flush of embarrassment, your blood pressure rising, a vague sensation of panic in your chest. All this because your kid is acting up. It starts slow, doesn’t it? He gets an idea of something he wants. He nags you a little, and you might not even notice. When that doesn’t work, he…
