There comes a stage in primary school when friendships start to feel very different.
In our house, we’ve slowly moved from carefree playground friendships and big groups of friends to smaller, tighter circles where the drama seems to happen more often. Little squabbles have turned into hurtful comments and confusing fallouts, and some evenings end with teary conversations at bedtime...
When it comes to fostering effective learning in children, there is a delicate balance between providing guidance and allowing independence. Over-structuring can unintentionally limit creativity, problem-solving, and self-motivation. By adopting a more flexible approach, parents and educators can encourage children to take ownership of their learning while still offering essential support....
A child’s confidence is often shaped long before they step into a classroom or join a sports team. One of the most significant influences on a child’s self-esteem is the way parents communicate with them. Positive, supportive communication can help children develop a strong sense of self-worth, while negative or inconsistent communication may undermine their confidence.
Developing a healthy relationship with food is one of the most important lessons a child can learn. It is not just about eating the right foods but understanding how food affects the body and mind. When children grow up with positive attitudes towards eating, they are more likely to maintain good nutritional habits into adulthood.
Curiosity is often seen as a trait of childhood, but it is just as important for adults. It drives learning, fuels creativity , and keeps the mind active and engaged throughout life. Encouraging curiosity at any age not only helps individuals grow personally and professionally but also enhances overall well-being.
Every parent wants their child to feel valued and understood, yet in the rush of daily life, it’s easy for children’s voices to go unheard. Helping your child feel listened to doesn’t require long, formal conversations—it can happen in small, everyday moments that make a big difference.
The Power of Active Listening
Active listening is more than just hearing words. It involves giving...
Parenting is an incredible journey filled with love, joy, and challenges. Over the years, various parenting approaches have emerged, each advocating for different methods of raising children. One such approach gaining popularity is gentle parenting. In this article, we will explore gentle parenting, its core principles, and how it promotes a nurturing environment for children.
The Early Years Alliance has launched a new publication explaining the positive impact of time outdoors on children’s development, enabling them to self-regulate, problem solve, and appreciate nature and their responsibility towards it.
The Alliance's new publication Introducing Forest School in the Early Years provides guidance on how to create a Forest School with links to the EYFS...
New book ' A Mind of Their Own: Building Your Child’s Emotional Wellbeing in a Post-Pandemic World ' - A toolkit for parents to nurture children’s resilience, amid what senior psychiatrist call a ‘terrifying’ mental health crisis.
“Children and young people are bearing the brunt of the mental health crisis caused by the pandemic, and are at risk of lifelong mental illness,” a report...
THE LEGO FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE, PLAY INCLUDED™, TO STRENGTHEN & SCALE LEGO® PLAY BASED LEARNING PROGRAMME FOR NEURODIVERGENT CHILDREN.
Inspired by stories from autistic children and their parents, the LEGO Foundation joins Play Included™ to reimagine the ‘Brick-by-Brick™’ programme and help uplift children and young people who may benefit from social...
