Mental Health

The 5 Basic Human Senses

Children are naturally curious about the world around them. Because the senses constantly guide and stimulate... Read More → The 5 Basic Human Senses

We’re probably all familiar with the five senses that help us experience our world: sight, smell, touch,... Read More → Sensory Issues: Body Movement and Balance

The television images of families sitting together around the dinner table may feel somewhat outdated in... Read More → Family Mealtimes

Staying Healthy During the Spring Season for Families. Spring is the perfect time to plant a garden.... Read More → Staying Healthy During the Spring Season

Children may not get enough sleep. They stay up too late at night and then have a hard time getting up in the... Read More → To Nap or Not to Nap

When Teacher Omari called all the children together for circle time, they expected the children to sit... Read More → Using Circle Time to Promote Social-Emotional Skills

Every day when his mother drops him off at child care, Jack cries. Then when she comes to pick him up, he... Read More → Handling Transitions

Behavior management tools, such as the stoplight or other chart systems, are frequently used in preschool and... Read More → Rethinking the Stoplight System

The beginning of a new school year and the arrival of fall remind us of the importance of routines. While we... Read More → Creating Routines

The Importance of Play Play is the work of childhood. It is just as important to a child’s well-being as... Read More → The Importance of Play