Parents are a child's first teacher, and there are lots of very simple things that you can do every day to encourage them to enjoy reading while also strengthening your child's literacy skills for school at the same time. Read From Day One Start a reading routine in those early days with your newborn. Even very young babies will respond to the soothing sound of your voice as you read a book aloud to them. Share Books Evey Day Try to find the time to read with your child every day, … [Read more...]
A Match Made in Heaven – Ricky’s Journey from Birth to Foster Family
If you’ve been interested in finding a children's book about foster care, you’ve hit the jackpot! I recently had the honor of reading a book co-authored by a good friend of mine about a child who was being prepared to enter the foster care system. This story touched my heart deeply, not only because it was well written but also because of my own experiences as a child. Those who are foster parents are extremely special people and deserve much more recognition and appreciation for the love … [Read more...]
Great Tools To Help Your Toddlers Development
As your baby reaches toddler age, it can seem like there are a million and one changes all happening at once. And in a way, you are right! Toddlers change and develop so much at this age, and what they learn can be fundamental to their development as they get older. While it is important to teach your toddlers many things at this age, it is also important to remember to learn while still having fun. Now more than ever, there are many ways to encourage learning through play and how to help … [Read more...]
What Is Green Parenting?
Green parenting involves adopting a parenting style that causes minimal environmental damage. Being a green parent can be tough as it means doing away with a lot of the conveniences of modern parenting, but for those dedicated to reducing their carbon footprint, it can be very rewarding. Below are just some of the ways to become a green parent. Breastfeed your baby (if possible) Formula milk typically comes in disposable plastic containers and is processed in a factory. Breastfeeding is … [Read more...]
Prevent Accidental Poisoning At Home With These Safety Tips
You’ll be surprised to know that the US poison control gets around more than 2 million calls every year. And almost all of these toxic exposures occur at home. Not only this, but 80% of the victims of accidental poisoning are toddlers. Yes, you read that right! Children are curious. They find almost everything that they see interesting and are attracted to it. Not only this, but they would even want to grab those things and treat them as just another toy meant for their … [Read more...]
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