Many studies have been conducted on strong-willed versus compliant kids. However, in one of the investigation, it is revealed that a compliant kid tends to be more at peace with itself as well as with parents, teachers and peers; while a strong-willed child seems compelled from within to fuss, fight, test, question, resist and challenger. […]
How many children do you think thee would be if men were to be the ones who gave birth ? Not many, I bet.
When a couple has their first child, the father may show a lot of compassion, but he really is not able to do much more than that. Not only does the mother […]
It is an interesting topic to talk about manners and courtesies to our children, given that in this coarsening society and the rudeness has become common or defacto behabviour today.
That in itself is a good reason for parents to teach their children more civil ways to behave.
Maybe it sounds old fashioned, but I still think […]
Be a good listener yourself
Give clear, simple directions for everyday tasks
Praise good listening
Say what you mean
Be consistent about consequences
Read aloud together every day
Play listening games
Being a good listener is critical to your child’s success at school. If he can’t follow directions, whether on the playground (”Pick a partner and pass the ball back and forth […]
What to expect at this age
It’s a 2-year-old’s job to explore the world around him — and part of that exploration involves testing the boundaries of his world. That means your 2-year-old will gleefully push the limits you impose in an effort to find out what’s okay and what’s not okay. He’s also a creature […]
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