by admin | Aug 11, 2017 | Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
Insights from an Early Childhood Teacher Be aware of your own anxiety. Your sensitive child will pick up on it. Keep your own schedule as relaxed as possible leading up to and first few weeks of school. Connect with your child’s teacher and ask if it is...
by Melissa Schwartz | Oct 25, 2015 | Inspiration, Young Children
Many parents worry whether their children will be successful. One reason this is such a common concern is because we each have our own unique definition of success. Some adults recognize it as a prestigious job, family, status or possessions such as homes, cars and...
by Sandi Schwartz | Feb 2, 2015 | Inspiration, Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
What is Intentional Parenting? It is acting with knowledge and purpose, ensuring that young children acquire the social, emotional and cognitive skills needed to succeed in school and in life. Intentional Parenting goes beyond love. You can love your children and...
by Sandi Schwartz | Jan 26, 2015 | Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
We give our children verbal and non verbal messages about themselves; their value, their abilities and the world in which they live. Are you aware of the messages you are giving to your children? Are they the messages you want to give? If you would like some...
by Melissa Schwartz | Jan 26, 2015 | Inspiration, Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
There is a Chinese proverb that suggests this thought: “Peace in the world begins with peace in our homes. Peace in our homes begins with peace in our hearts.” It is part of a parent’s duty to be a role model for their children. If we want our children to be kind,...
by Sandi Schwartz | Jan 26, 2015 | Inspiration, Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
This weekend I had the privilege of meeting an amazing dad. Our chance interchange happened as I was walking through the booths of a local photography exhibit. I stopped to admire some photos and the man started to tell me about his work. He said he had always...
