Kids love to make gifts during the holidays. And a great gift that is inexpensive, fun to make, and will be treasured by the recipient for years to come are gratitude jars. Here's what you need to make our gratitude jar craft for kids: Beautiful jar or box that can be decorated Items to decorate the jar or box Beautiful paper that can be...

Whether your kids tend to earn A’s, B’s, C’s, or F’s, kids often define “who they are” based on the grades they receive. “I’m an A-student” “I’m not very smart” “I’m an average student” Unfortunately, when kids label themselves based on grades, it can have a negative impact on their self-esteem – even for “A-students”.  If they bring home an A...

There's nothing like best friends - they can make you feel great because they see the best in you.  Wouldn’t it be great if your BFF (best friend forever) was always with you!  Well that can happen…when you become your own BFF!Now this might sound a little silly but please hear me out. Teaching your kids to become their own BFF can be one of the...

Grades, “IQ” tests, and other standardized tests have caused major debates among parents and the education community because many believe they don’t measure the “whole child”. Although these tests might predict how a child will perform in school, they don’t predict which children will become powerful leaders, accomplished composers, unique...

  If you're like most parents right now, you're probably spending a lot more time with children at home during the global pandemic. While this can certainly be stressful as you balance work, online school, and household responsibilities, there are still easy ways to connect with your kids that will make this time count -- and even make some...

  Zarah’s*  parents noticed that their six-year-old daughter seemed to lack confidence. She would often give up on things and get distressed easily. She also struggled with stress before exams, which caused a lot of anxiety.   They wanted her to have the courage to try new things and to persist after failing something—skills they knew would help...

  The summer provides a perfect opportunity for kids to explore their dreams and expand who they are beyond an academic setting – and goal setting for kids can help them achieve those dreams!   (If you live in the Southern Hemisphere, have fun with this during your winter break)   Here’s how to get started:   Goal Setting for Kids Step 1:  Help...

Isabella* experienced many hardships while growing up. When she was five months old, her grandmother noticed that Isabella wasn't moving her right arm.  After many tests, the doctors discovered that 25% of Isabella’s brain had not developed. When Isabella was just six years old, her mother passed away. Unable to help his daughter, Isabella's...

  As many children are approaching the end of the school year, exams and standardized tests are on their mind. This can mean extra stress for kids as they take practice tests, complete extra worksheets, and worry about advancing to the next grade level. Unfortunately, feelings such as nervousness and fear have a negative impact on children’s...