School-age Children Growth and Development

Our children’s safety is our priority as parents. But no matter how much we try to protect our little ones, they will eventually grow up and explore the bigger world. When they are outside, it’s hard to keep a watchful eye over them, making it more challenging to shield them from danger and potential hazards. […]

It’s normal for kids to struggle in school once in a while. Maybe last week they had a problem in grammar, and today they feel that math’s topic is too complicated. It’s also common for them to find one or two subjects more challenging than the rest. But what if they’re generally falling behind in […]

Parents often take pride in knowing that their children do their best in the activities they pursue. But, sometimes, “doing their best” comes from a place of perfectionism, which experts say can take a toll on their mental health. How do you know when your child is a perfectionist, and what’s the connection between perfectionism […]

In today’s digital age, things are definitely different than they were years ago. Back then, parents would offer their child a toy to play with, or food to eat to stop crying fits. Now, some devices could be the ticket to tame tantrums. Apart from making use of such as their mode of entertainment, gadgets […]

How to play? Wrestling, sliding down the stairs, somersaults, tug of war, pillow fights. While these activities result in a messy home and lots of cleaning up to do after, allowing your children to run wild and free at home can actually be good for them. Have you heard about the concept of roughhousing and […]

Most siblings are 2 to 3 years apart, with the gap small enough to establish a close relationship, but far enough to establish seniority. But what if your children have a wide age gap, like 5 years or more? In this article, we’ll talk about the benefits and challenges of raising kids with a wide […]

The ability to understand written words is called reading comprehension. When kids understand what they read, words are not just words - they become thoughts and ideas that make reading informative, exciting, and enjoyable. Good reading comprehension will not only help your little one have a fulfilling life in school, but they can also take […]

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), formerly known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), often makes it difficult for kids to study their lessons. What are the ways to effectively teach a child with ADD? Find out here.  Remember: they are not trying to make things difficult for you Children with ADHD often exhibit problems with impulse control, staying […]

The term ‘helicopter parent’ was first used by teens who said their parents would hover over them like a helicopter. The term started being widely used and became popular enough to make it to the dictionary in 2011. Helicopter parenting is also referred to by other terms like ‘lawnmower parenting’, ‘cosseting parent’, and ‘bulldoze parenting’.  Helicopter […]

Many doctors believe children who feel left out or are used to being ostracized by friends are less active than the ones who are not. These children usually choose non-active pastimes rather than physical activities. Also, it says that the lack of physical activities and more engagement in sedentary behavior are prospectively related to obesity […]