Talking about difficult realities is tough, and 2020 has been a year.  Suddenly we are finding ourselves explaining things to the little...

If you have the space, why not create a butterfly garden? They are great for kids! Butterfly gardens build empathy, patience, and an...

Tips to teaching children deep breathing

Nowadays, there are myriad books and shows dedicated to teaching kids about emotions. Even LEGOS has designed a set describing basic...

Edible flowers likely exist right in your backyard or community. With the help of adults, kids can identify edible plants to forage....

If you have access to a garden, then spending time with your little one gardening is a great activity. Gardening enhances well-being...

My favorite parenting authors include Daniel Siegel, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D. If you have not read No-Drama Discipline, The...

Mindfulness is a popular term these days, but what does it really mean? Simply put- it means staying fully present in each moment,...

Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from difficult situations.

Why yoga? Yoga has proven physical and mental health benefits for children. It not only supports coordination, strength, and balance, but...