by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 19, 2024 | Core Skills
Holistic skill development is about connections. Our kids don’t learn skills in isolation. We often learn important concepts, such as weather, while we’re learning to read books (in this case, a book about weather). Being proficient in one skill facilitates building...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 17, 2024 | Character
Don’t let the peas touch the pasta! If this sounds familiar to you, you’re not alone. According to a recent review of studies on the topic, as many as 59% of kids are picky eaters. When your kids won’t eat the healthy food you put in front of them, it’s easy to feel...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 12, 2024 | Character
Empathy is one of the most critical social-emotional skills your child will develop. It allows them to imagine what someone else is feeling, and it helps them value perspectives that are different from their own. Developing empathy is part of building Character,...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 10, 2024 | Character
Confidence encompasses two things: Trust that you can do something Belief that if you make a mistake, you can try again. Building confidence in childhood sets the foundation for success in school, relationships, and exploring dreams. It also helps your child nurture a...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 5, 2024 | Character
How do you teach your preschooler social skills when two-, three-, and four-year-olds are naturally focused on themselves? Take your cues from early learning research and tap into the power of play through social skills activities for preschoolers! Your preschooler...