by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 17, 2024 | Character, Confidence
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, Collaboration
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
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, Collaboration
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...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Apr 3, 2024 | Creativity & Curiosity, Curiosity
Making sensory bottles is a great way to feed Curiosity, one of the 5 C’s that helps kids thrive in school and life. Each bottle gives kids a chance to observe how the world works, ask questions (What happens if I shake it fast? What happens if I shake it slowly?...
