If you are wondering why kids lie—specifically your child—know that the explanation will likely vary, based upon his or her age. As a toddler, your child might tell a self-serving lie. Here is an example, one where a parent shares how his two-year-old twin boys would typically blame one another when asked who had a… Continue reading “Encouraging Truth Telling”

  A family dinner out at a restaurant can be fun, however, it does have its own set of challenges if your children are young. Sometimes parents are afraid to bring their little ones out to dinner since kids often become fussy when they are tired and hungry. But there are things you can do… Continue reading “How to Keep Kids Good-Humoured When Bringing the Family to Restaurants”

  These days, kids are exposed to electronics at very young age. Children play games on tablets before they can even speak. They are taught computer literacy early on in school, and they all seem to have access to smartphones. And let’s not forget the time spent on home computers and watching TV. Digital technology… Continue reading “Stepping Away from Screens and Devices and Getting Kids Some Quality Time Enjoying Family Fun”

“Go climb a tree!” Sound like something you’d say to get your kids out of the house and out of your hair as the summer lingers on and on? According to a new study by researchers at the University of North Florida, climbing a tree—as well as balancing on a beam, running barefoot, and navigating obstacles—is… Continue reading “Go climb a tree”