Do you know what signs to look for, to be sure your kids are developing a healthy understanding of emotional intelligence? It’s not as complicated as you might think. However, the benefits are immediate, lasting and critical. What is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to the ability to perceive, control, and evaluate emotions. Some…
Category Archives: kindergarten readiness
Handling “Back to School” Jitters!
Here are 3 simple ideas to help you (and your child) prepare for the start of the school year: 1. Keep it upbeat and positive. Keeping the topic of school positive and exciting is crucial. Make sure that anxiety and stress do not influence your child’s feelings about starting school. 2. Be Sensitive. Validate your…
Is your child ready for Kindergarten??
It’s that time of the year when parents start thinking about the end of the school year and the decisions they need to make about pre-K or Kindergarten. Many questions come to mind: Will my child be ready to start in a classroom with a different routine? Is she learning everything she needs for Kindergarten…
