Quantcast
Your Parenting Info Sign Up
x

Enter your email to get FREE

parenting advice every week.

 
Archives for Preschool

little girl (400x400)

Teaching the Golden Rule to Preschoolers

by Joe Lawrence February 3rd, 2015| Preschool, Social
Being a parent to a preschooler is a constant adventure. Everyday there is something new to learn and discover. Sometimes the lessons are as simple as what colors are made from mixing others together. Other times, the lessons are universal to those of any age like social interactions with
two boys (400x399)

Surviving the Extra Indoor Hours During the Winter

by Joe Lawrence January 20th, 2015| Preschool, Seasonal
Winter is a great time of year. For many locations, there is snow everywhere on the ground and outlining the trees and houses. Lots of outdoor enthusiasts are thrilled to take part in the cold weather activities. However, those of us with preschoolers face a different challenge.

When the temperatures
child with toys (400x400)

Easy Ways Preschoolers Can Help Clean Their Space

by Tania Cowling January 13th, 2015| Behavior, Preschool
Do you ask your child to help with chores? Do you feel an uncluttered space sends a message to your children about the advantages of being organized? From the time my children were in the preschool years they did simple household chores and were rewarded with stars on a
playdate (400x400)

Keeping My Preschooler’s Social Life in Balance

by Joe Lawrence January 6th, 2015| Preschool, Social
Hearing the phrase, “preschooler social life” one year ago would have brought much laughter. How could a four-year old have a social life? Well, I stand corrected, as my daughter has a more impressive social calendar than I ever had.

At least once a week, my wife or I find
little girl (400x400)

What is Your Preschooler Learning at School?

by Joe Lawrence December 30th, 2014| Preschool, School
As our children start their school journey in preschool, we have high hopes and expectations. We want them to come home reading, writing, and arithmetic-ing. However, we have the tendency to set the bar too high sometimes…at least I did.

I get very excited as the work day winds down
little girl (399x400)

Dealing With My Preschooler’s Independence

by Joe Lawrence December 23rd, 2014| Preschool, Safety
Safety is the first thing that comes to mind when looking at everything through the eyes of a parent. Ever since my kids have been on this Earth, my observation of the world around us has changed. When they are crawlers and just starting to walk, everything gets child-proofed
brown bag wrapping paper (400x400)

Preschoolers Can Make Gift Wrap From Brown Bags

by Tania Cowling December 16th, 2014| Preschool, Seasonal
The holidays are coming and gifts need to be wrapped. In my house, wrapping paper is one of those things that I frequently forget to stock, gets misplaced, or I've run out of the paper as I attempt to wrap the gift. Have no fear because you and the
gingerbread (400x400)

Ways to Have Christmas Fun at Preschool

by R. Carnavale December 2nd, 2014| Preschool, School
Preschoolers will have a blast at school when they engage in Christmastime festivities. Pre-K students can practice their art and fine motor skills by using construction paper, crayons, markers, glitter and glue to make Christmas tree, star, wreath and stocking ornaments. The children can hang them on a Christmas
little girl (400x400)

How to Get Your Preschooler to Behave

by R. Carnavale November 25th, 2014| Preschool, Social
You do a lot for your preschooler -- providing food, shelter, clothing, education, sleep, recreation and other opportunities to grow and learn. In addition, you need to teach him good behavior -- how to treat others so that he can get along with people in this world; the difference
boy (400x400)

Teaching Preschoolers About Stranger Danger

by Tania Cowling November 18th, 2014| Preschool, Safety
There are going to be times when you have to take your child on excursions. My main concern when I took my children and now my grandchildren anywhere is safety. With all the stories about kidnapped kids you can’t be too careful.

Children this age are very trusting and we
child tantrum (400x400)

How to Tame Your Preschooler’s Tantrums

by R. Carnavale November 11th, 2014| Behavior, Preschool
As a parent, there's nothing more frustrating than when your preschooler suddenly erupts into a temper tantrum filled with shrieking, crying, kicking and throwing himself onto the ground. You're likely to feel out of control, angry and embarrassed, especially if you're in public. Though the "tantrum phase" is a
file0001236040887

How to Plan a Birthday Party for a Preschooler

by Margot F. November 4th, 2014| Preschool, Social
Birthday parties for children aged two through five can be lots of fun with a bit of planning. Young children do well with inviting only a few children and keeping things simple. What kinds of activities are suitable for different age groups? Do caregivers need to stay at the
YourParentingInfo.com
PeKuPublications.com