Child Learn & Play
Children learn by observing, experimenting and asking questions. Find out when to guide them—and when to step back and let them explore.
What is W sitting—what every parent needs to know
W sitting is when a child is seated with their bottom on the ground, having their knees and feet behind them.
10 positive phrases Montessori teachers use instead of ‘good job’
4. "Tell me about your picture."
How to avoid the school lunch slump—and keep kids excited for their meal
Plus, some of our favorite recipes.
This mom’s post about a toddler’s tantrum at Target goes viral for the best reason
Sometimes, it's okay to talk to strangers.
6 tips for helping your child adjust to their new glasses
Once you're ready to embark on this new vision journey, consider some of these tips when it comes time to talk to your child about their new specs.
8 expert-backed tips for boosting bilingualism from a young age
6. Take advantage of their sponge-like brains.
The perfect way to explain consent to kids—from a 3rd grade teacher
"I created the organization of the chart, but almost everything in it—the ideas, the quotes—those are things that were 100% generated by my students," Kleinrock says.
11 practical tips to pick books for your advanced reader
The key is finding a book or series that's engaging, well-matched to your kid's literacy skills, and on target with their emotional development.
5 ways to expose your children to other cultures
A world of culture is right at their fingertips.
7 positive ways to ask your children to put their things away
The tools for turning rough mornings into pleasant ones are in our hands.
Why your preschooler isn’t sharing
New research suggests young children want to share—but they don't yet understand how much they have.
11 powerful ways to build a growth mindset in your kids
6. Use the word 'yet' and use it often.
How to teach your kids to share—without the struggle
Sharing requires an understanding of ours and another's feelings and desires. Sharing is about being creative with another as you use something together, it is about being compassionate and giving, it is about being respectful.
The ultimate fall family bucket list 🍂
From jumping in leaf piles to catching a hayride, check out these fun fall activities!
5 tantrum-taming secrets from a family therapist
Rather than viewing these outbursts as wholly negative experiences, I try to see them as a vital part of how my child communicates with me.
Why Anna Farris wants her son to be a good cook might inspire you, mama
"I see it as sort of a gift to whatever future partner he may have that he knows how to clean a bathroom and that he appreciates how to do his laundry and he knows how to cook. It's just very important to me because he does have a lot of help with things," Faris explains.
Montessori at home: 10 tasks young kids can totally do on their own
And how to help them get there.
How many toys do kids really need?
The answer might surprise you.
Why I got rid of (almost) all of my child’s toys
The problem was that even with all of these toys, she didn't seem to be actually playing with anything!
How to choose the right preschool for your child
There's no one, right answer, and there are no perfect preschools., but there are many great preschools out there that can be "just right" for your child.