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50 Good Books to Read for Kids from Bugs to Outer Space

50 Good Books to Read for Kids from Bugs to Outer Space

by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jun 25, 2023 | Creativity & Curiosity, Curiosity

Curiosity can help your child discover new interests, new places, even new ways of looking at the world they already know. It may have as much impact as intelligence in influencing academic success, and it has been linked to greater happiness in adults. So it’s...
Following Directions: How It Helps Kids Develop Critical Thinking

Following Directions: How It Helps Kids Develop Critical Thinking

by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jun 25, 2023 | Critical Thinking

Does it sometimes feel like your child isn’t the greatest at following directions? Or the older they get, the more they want to do everything their way, regardless of the instructions given to them? Following directions may seem like a personality trait, but it’s...
8 Kid-Friendly Calming Strategies for Managing Anxiety

8 Kid-Friendly Calming Strategies for Managing Anxiety

by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jun 25, 2023 | Character, Communication

Has your child ever thrown a tantrum or had a complete meltdown in the middle of a store? If you’re like most parents, the answer is yes! Instead of trying to bribe them with toys, chocolate, or ice cream, try these calming strategies for kids.  In this article,...
5 Fun and Effective Activities for Teaching Letter Sounds

5 Fun and Effective Activities for Teaching Letter Sounds

by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jun 25, 2023 | Content, Core Skills

Letter sounds are one of the very first things your child will encounter when they begin to explore reading. Reading is a Core Skill, one of the 5 C’s at the heart of the Begin Approach to helping kids thrive in school and life. When kids “crack the code” of reading,...
9 Simple Ways to Encourage Creative Play in Your Kids

9 Simple Ways to Encourage Creative Play in Your Kids

by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Jun 16, 2023 | Creativity, Creativity & Curiosity

Some people see creative play as a diversionary activity that children do to pass the time. However, creative play is crucial for child development because it helps kids learn essential skills like problem-solving, self-expression, and communication. Creativity is one...
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