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Yesterday was the first day back for most of the children where I live. Starting school is a very big deal… especially for the youngest students and their parents. Young children live in the present moment, and future time is a vague and confusing concept for them. Therefore, as we prepare our children [...] Anyone who has ever parented a toddler can identify with the struggle which often ensues when a well-meaning adult rushes in to “help” a child with a task they are attempting to do on their own. Such conflicts are intense and emotional and often result in a sense of defeat for both child and [...] Tomorrow is the first day back for children at the school where I work, as well as Orientation day for new parents. Starting school is a very big deal… for children AND for parents! Because young children live in the present moment, and future time is a vague and confusing concept for them, our [...] On the day I handed down my beloved baby doll Tina to my toddler son, she died twice…first in a hit-and-run with his dump truck and later by drowning. Recalling the time my younger brother had scalped that very same doll, her demise at the hands of my tiny son elicited a lecture so [...] Hey wize mamas, Today’s post is for parents who seek practical and positive solutions for children dealing with the stresses of modern living. We already know about the profound benefits of a healthy diet, regular exercise, and sleep. But sometimes these are not enough. I met Dr. Jerry Schlesser and his wife Christine many [...] The creative is the place where no one else has ever been…What you’ll discover is yourself. ~Alan Alda This is dedicated all who tirelessly pursue the creative process. I hope you’ll take a moment to respond with your insights and ideas, and your creative inspirations! Creativity involves learning techniques and exploring pathways and [...] I met my friend Rosa Vela Sachs in 1988 while living in Dallas, Texas, where I spent my first year as a Montessori guide. Rosa taught Spanish in the elementary program and her youngest son, Zachary, was in my primary class. Sitting in Rosa’s cozy kitchen or on the front porch as her children [...] Today I got a question from a mama who is growing weary of the daily struggle with her young daughter, who insists upon wearing shorts and tee shirts to school. Mom is concerned that her daughter won’t be warm enough, now that brisk autumn weather is upon us, but her little one is [...] |
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