How to talk about death with young children.

How to talk about death with young children.

Lets talk about death… Today, in the United States, many people of Mexican heritage will be celebrating Dia De los Muertos (Day of the Dead). I’m not going to say too much about it because I’m English so it’s not my story to tell. However, one of the things I really...
Halloween: 5 fun things to do at home!

Halloween: 5 fun things to do at home!

We might not be able to go Trick or Treating but there’s lots of fun to be had at home! Its been a strange year and our kids have had to give up so much of what they love in 2020. Halloween is just around the corner and although our world looks very different to...
Kids’ Holidays are for Sharing, not Surrender

Kids’ Holidays are for Sharing, not Surrender

The holidays can be a truly magical time for parents of small children. It’s a joy to experience the wonder of the celebration through their eyes, as they experience the brilliant decorations, festive music, delicious foods, and the special moments you and your family...
the joy of art

the joy of art

Turkey handprints, glittery paper Christmas ornaments, and cut-outs of Santa are typical staples of the holiday season. Pinterest boards dedicated to pre-fabbed crafting experiences are filling up and fridges transform into make-shift galleries for our little one’s...
Thanksgiving from a Native American perspective

Thanksgiving from a Native American perspective

  Go to your local search engine, type in “Preschool Thanksgiving” and see what images pop up. These might match images already in your head; turkeys, fall leaves, corn, or smiling pilgrims and Native Americans sharing a bountiful meal. This is where the trouble...
Helping toddlers overcome fear.

Helping toddlers overcome fear.

Every day fears in toddlers and preschoolers can take parents by surprise when their once fearless child suddenly becomes afraid of the dark, monsters under the bed, or even tiny bugs at the park. Fears, real or imagined can be a stumbling block for our younger...