As a parent, we always make tough decisions, and one of those harder ones, is should I send my child to Kindergarten? You may wonder if your child is ready. Getting ready for Kindergarten goes beyond just the age of your child. You need to understand their development...
by Lisa Reichelt, M.Ed., Parent Coach I love this season for many reasons, but did you know that the holiday season leads to school success? Yes, that’s right. I bet you never thought about school and the holidays except to look forward to the school break and no...
Collaborative learning happens in school.
How are you and your children doing during this unexpected time? Examining your family life gives you perspective and the ability to mark your achievements and address your challenges. Reflecting on live empowers you to grow.
by Lisa Reichelt, M.Ed., Parent Coach I bet you never thought you would have to juggle parenting, working from home and being your child’s teacher all at the same time. Covid-19 brought this new challenge to our lives. Parents are scheduling learning from home at the...
Help your child be successful in school right from the start. Talk up school from day 1. How to do that?
Are you stressed about Back to School this year? Is preparing for the unknown a daunting task? Let’s talk! In order to reduce stress, it helps to focus on things that are under your control. So much of the back to school decisions are out of your control. So, what can you control? I’ve found a good way to feel that you are in control is to make plans.
Am I crazy...or would this be easier? By Lisa Edwards, M.Ed., Parent Coach Most of the nation experienced “distance learning” last spring. And now on the cusp of this new school year, parents are wondering, “Should I homeschool my child?” Yes, last spring was a...
Separation Anxiety Is your child anxious about going back to school? Is separating from you difficult for your child? It might be at school, daycare, or another activity? It might be when you leave to go out shopping or for another reason. How do you know if it is...
The most effective way to cultivate a love of reading in children is to read to them frequently.