Children & Development

Articles in Children & Development

By Neenskie 2 comments
What is it about talking to a child that freaks people out? All too often I see parents and teachers alike over talking to their 2, 3 and 4 year olds. I also see the opposite... more »
By skolan88 10 comments
Even Though we see it all over T.V and advertisement the majority of parents still differ from speaking to their children about drugs. Personally I didn't get the "TALK" until I got "CAUGHT".. more »
By JustJ3nn 0 comments
Working with a Pre-Schooler to teach him how to use scissors for the first time.. more »
By Stormy 1 comments
Teaching a child can be a rewarding journey for both you and the child. Viewing the world from a child's level is an experience each adult should gladly accept... more »
By mollyhcarter 1 comments
As a parent, learning to let go and allow your child to take responsibility can be tough. Not only is it difficult to acknowledge your child is getting older, but sometimes patience wears thin and it’s easier to just do it yourself. Here are some ... more »
By MizCareers 0 comments
Differentiating left from right is one of the more abstract tasks faced by a preschooler. Yet it is extremely important for skills from handwriting to reading to following directions. Here are a few tips to help teach your child right and left... more »
By Elizabeth McGuire 3 comments
The little silver scooters you see buzzing around neighborhood parks are fun, flashy and not at all a passing fad. For kids, they are an irresistible riding toy. For parents, a tool that teaches balance and keeps kids outside and active. And did ... more »
By Gracie1402 1 comments
No doubt some people are given a larger measure of ability and desire when it comes to singing but everyone can sing; it is a learned art. Children have a unique ability to absorb knowledge and singing is no different. Children can be taught ... more »
By Lindseycl 5 comments
Preschoolers can be underestimated when it comes to reading. They are not too young to teach them how to read, especially when they are 4 and getting ready to enter Kindergarten. This article will show you how to guide a child on how to read by ... more »
By GreenMomma 5 comments
Children are naturally curious about animals. Listed below are some great ways to expose your child to species of all kinds... more »
By mollyhcarter 1 comments
Teaching children about mental retardation is difficult. As adults we sometimes struggle to understand mentally disabled people’s limitations and struggles. Because of the wide range of symptoms and coherence, it’s important to educate ourselves ... more »
By akaplan 1 comments
Like other values, children learn social responsibility at home. By incorporating community service into your daily life, you can teach your children to share this value. They will be far more likely to exercise social responsibility in their own ... more »
By Teena-Bean 5 comments
We the human species are undoubtedly creatures of habit, and like any other lifelong habit baby steps are the best way to start for a successful achievement. We should all be well aware now of the gigantic Green Movement spreading like wildfire ... more »
By RiteNow 4 comments
Clothes EVERYWHERE!! They are coming out of the hamper in my son's and daughter's rooms. Help! What do I do? Hold on because there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Let's get a system going that will resolve this problem once and for all..... more »
By WindyGale 4 comments
In today's world, children are desensitized. They live in a hurried, electronically sensory stimulated world, where violence, digital images, and produced entertainment are commonplace and a blur. Only when we give them the skills to stop, ... more »
By WindyGale 1 comments
In today's world, children are desensitized. They live in a hurried, electronically sensory stimulated world, where violence, digital images, and produced entertainment are commonplace and a blur. Only when we give them the skills to stop, ... more »
By Judy Cutler 1 comments
Here is a fast, easy way to teach young children to make change. Children understand at a young age that shopping costs money but they do not understand the difference between a penny and a dollar. It is important to teach them our money system... more »
By Stormy 0 comments
Surround your child with colors and then teach them what the difference is. Changing lessons to incorporate more than one subject to learn will challenge your young child to think critically... more »
By Judy Ford 1 comments
Compassion begins at home. Compassion is the understanding of the emotional state of another. Compassion is often combined with a desire to alleviate or reduce the suffering of another or to show special kindness to those who suffer. You can ... more »
By eHow Parenting Editor 0 comments
Feminism is an important concept that has advanced the social standing and cultural viewpoint concerning women throughout the world. Feminism encompasses the notion that women are equal to men and should be treated with respect, dignity and equal ... more »
By Carol Tilley-williams Tilley-Williams 0 comments
Who hasn't stood in line at the grocery store while a child in front or behind is having a major meltdown? And what about the teenager that doesn't seem to have even a small grasp on common courtesy? Who dropped the ball on that one? All children ... more »
By Tumerica 0 comments
At some point, your preschooler is going to ask how animals or people make babies. This is a normal expression of curiosity. You have to say something. You want your information to be accurate, but no reason to give too much detail, right? What ... more »
By Creativehearts1 4 comments
Young children are eager to take on "grown-up" tasks. Introducing your child to cooking can be a great way to incorporate learning, fine motor skill development, and bonding into one big recipe for fun... more »
By klnygaard 4 comments
Teaching your child good reading habits can help them their entire life. Here are some ideas on how to teach your child good reading habits... more »
By klnygaard 5 comments
Children need to be taught the idea of responsibility at a young age. responsibility means being accountable morally, legally, mentally or an obligation... more »