Social & Emotional Intelligence Resources & Ideas

I never thought I’d be a stay-at-home mother. No judgment. To each his or her own. I grew up in a single-parent home where self-sufficiency was key, even if my …

I am a big believer that getting kids moving and “doing stuff” will open the floodgates of communication. For many years, I have envisioned coordinating a group that takes children …

Death is a big topic. Talking to kids about death is an even bigger topic. But it is important. Tonight as my 2.5 year old slept peacefully I stared at …

Self-Control. A life skill difficult to grasp and a challenge to develop. There are ways to help guide children, to nurture self-control. Between my go-to Montessori books, recently completing a book called …

I know. I am not alone. Maybe experiencing your child get crushed on the playground is some sort of initiation to the next level of parenting toughness, or maybe it …

Love is Walking Hand and Hand by Charles Shultz – This book is a family favorite. Classic illustrations and warm sentiments. My favorite is “Love is being happy just knowing …