Many new milestones mark your child’s transition from infancy  Sometime within a few months of his first birthday, your baby will learn to walk without help. When he does, he leaves the more placid phase of infancy behind and is renamed a “toddler.” After taking his first independent steps (often to his own astonishment), […]
 During this busy time, your toddler begins to express and assert his own opinions and feelings.  The hallmark of this period is the birth of the self — the awareness of “me” versus “not me.” At the same time, your child’s growth and the integration of her abilities will soar during this six […]
In order to understand abstract concepts, your child has to abstract the ideas from their physical surroundings and from the objects that are significant to them. After listening to her mom read The Giving Tree, for example, 4-year-old Rose said, “This book is about selfish.” She was able to extend the theme from the story […]
  This craft is not only cute, it is yummy too. You can eat on the extra popcorn while you craft. This really is a cute and easy craft to do.  You will need: Popcorn (popped), a paper grocery bag, scissors, glue, Ziplock baggies and paint red, yellow and orange (acrylic or tempera). […]
 Imagination goes into overdrive this year.  Remember: Every child develops at her own pace. These guidelines are general. There is a broad range of what is considered “normal.” It’s not unusual for a child to be advanced in one area, lag slightly in another. Check with your doctor if you have any concerns. […]
dried cranberries, marshmallows, sticks, hay, leaves, raisins, popcorn, leaves
Using materials from Take It To Your Seat Math Centers (K-1) from Evan-Moor Educational Publishers (just this activity is available for download for just a few dollars as well), Â some extra bugs that I’m sure I downloaded on 4share.com, but can’t find now, contact paper to “laminate” and improve durability, and markers to decorate, I […]
  Can your 2 year old handle helping out around the house? You bet! See our age-by-age guide.  Chores are an integral part of your child’s development. They help him learn to take care of himself and gain a sense of duty. As he grows, household tasks help him practice responsibility and are […]
