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Growing Together: Parenting & Early Education Blog

Taming Tantrums

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • December 19, 2018

We all know what it's like to have a child go into full meltdown, and how frustrating it can be to deal with it. Tantrums are inevitable for toddlers; it's how we as adults handle them that makes the... Keep Reading

Getting into Giving

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • November 21, 2018

Children have a tendency to be self-centered at a young age. Studies have shown that children are inclined to focus on themselves before others. They are much more inclined to worry about... Keep Reading

Raising Confident Children

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • October 17, 2018

Raising confident and self-assured kids can be tough. Our world can be challenging, and it's important to raise a child who knows they are strong, smart, and can take on what their future has in... Keep Reading

Chores for Children

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • September 19, 2018

Motivating children to help around the house can be a challenge. Whether it's doing the dishes or pulling weeds in the yard, it can be tough to get them to participate. However, there are great... Keep Reading

Cooperation in a Self-Centered World

Dr. Kristi Smith, Director of Education & Training • September 5, 2018

co • op • er • a • tion noun actions of someone who is being helpful by doing what is wanted, to ask for: common effort; assistance with ready compliance, work together When my... Keep Reading

Bedtime Tips

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • August 22, 2018

Most parents can agree that one of the hardest obstacles of the day is getting through their bedtime routine with their children. The children are incredibly cranky, but also entirely resilient in... Keep Reading

Pride in a Self-Centered World

Dr. Kristi Smith, Director of Education & Training • August 8, 2018

pride verb a feeling or deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements and/or the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated Can pride be considered a... Keep Reading

The Benefits of Reading to Our Children

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • July 25, 2018

In today's world of screens and video media, we sometimes forget about the joy of reading. Reading books aloud to your kids can be the most peacefully rewarding part of your everyday life if you set... Keep Reading

Good Citizenship in a Me-Driven World

Dr. Kristi Smith, Director of Education & Training • July 11, 2018

good cit • i • zen adjective & noun having superior qualities to fill a particular role; an inhabitant of a particular town or city What do you think of when you see our... Keep Reading

Summer Safety

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • June 27, 2018

Warmer weather means sprinkler fun, swimming pools and outside family time! However, extra precautions need to be taken to make sure our kids stay safe outdoors. Summertime can be hazardous because... Keep Reading