Anxiety is something many kids experience, and as a parent, it’s hard not to feel sure about how to help. But here’s the good news: your support makes a powerful difference. Here are real-life strategies that can help your child feel seen, safe, and supported. Start...
When you ask your child, “What did you learn at school today?” How often do they answer with “I don’t remember?” Do they struggle with recall? Many children have difficulty memorizing facts, spelling, or vocabulary. Each child has a unique learning style, and it is...
Before we know it, a whole new batch of little learners will be heading off to preschool and kindergarten! For many parents, this marks an exciting new chapter, but it can also raise questions like: "Is my child ready for school?", "What do they need to know?", and...
As a Speech-Language Pathologist, I often emphasize that everyday activities can be fantastic opportunities for language development. Bath time is no exception! Here are some simple and effective strategies to support your toddler’s language skills while they splash...
What Is a Visual Schedule? A visual schedule is a series of pictures, icons, tangible objects, or written words that depicts a series of activities during a certain time period (e.g., morning get-ready routine) or a series of steps in a daily routine (e.g., steps in...
What exactly are executive functions, and what can you do as a parent to support their development? Executive functions are the mental processes that enable us to plan, control our behavior, focus, and manage multiple tasks while in pursuit of a goal. Early on,...