There are infinite possibilities in the Garden State to introduce your children to cooking that is fun and educational. In 10 Benefits of Cooking with Kids, we explored how math, science, and bonding takes place when we enable our children to participate in cooking and preparation of food which is why even your local library … [Read more…]
As stated in our article, 10 Benefits of Cooking with Kids, engaging kids in the culinary arts helps develop many skills such as independence, fine motor and communication. It’s also a wonderful way for families to bond in addition to encouraging a healthy lifestyle. So how do you introduce your kids to cooking? Some kids … [Read more…]
Did you know that cooking with your kids boosts their development? Stir the pancake mix, measure one cup of water, roll out the dough…all of these cooking tasks help kids develop necessary academic, cognitive and motor skills. I bet that you didn’t even know that each time you let your child help you prepare a … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I was provided with a copy of Wired To Move in exchange for my honest review. We have all heard that boys are different than girls. If you have a boy and a girl, then you know first hand that males and females behave differently, play differently and learn differently. But did … [Read more…]
Like many kids, my boys love to play with my iPad. They watch educational shows, play games, and most recently, they read and listen to stories. One of their favorite reading adventures is Luca Lashes! In our review of Luca Lashes, The Brown Eyed Boy with the Magic Eye Lashes, we discussed how this great … [Read more…]
ADHD, we have all heard those 4 letters. Whether it’s yourself, your child, your student or a friend, we all know someone who is impacted by ADHD. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects individuals of all ages from preschoolers to college students to grandparents. Whether the person suffers from inattentive type, hyperactive type or both combined, … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I was provided with a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. As a school psychologist, I work with kids that exhibit challenging behaviors on almost a daily basis. My colleagues and I have developed numerous classroom interventions and behavior plans for children ranging in age from 3 to … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided a copy of Raising a Talker in exchange for our honest opinion. An affiliate link is included. Let me begin with a strong recommendation for Raising a Talker by Renate Zangl, PhD as I sincerely wish I had it when I had my first child! As the mother of a … [Read more…]
Congratulations! You’re a mom (or dad)! Being a parent is the most important job you will ever have. It is unbelievably rewarding, amazing and breathtaking, but it can also be exhausting, stressful and, at times, lonely! As a parent it is important to make connections with other moms or dads and continue to feel like … [Read more…]
Photo credit goes to Darlene Puzon at http://www.dpuzonphotography.net/ Please note: this picture is not an accurate depiction of Tummy Time. In fact, it is not recommended to have a baby sleeping on its stomach which is why Tummy Time was introduced. This was a peaceful photo taken by a photographer while my daughter was supervised. … [Read more…]