Unlocking Creativity: Fun and Imaginative Activities for Parents to Inspire Their Children →

April 10, 2024 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, arts, Behaviour, Children, Confidence, creative, Education, Family, Happiness, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Problem Solving, Reading

Discover the incredible power you have as a parent to spark your child's imagination and creativity! Join Gail Smith, as she uncovers simple yet effective ways to inspire creativity right in your own home. You'll be amazed at what you can create together!

Encourage creativity in our children →

January 03, 2024 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Children, creative, Experiences, Emotions, Happiness, Independence, Laughter, Learning

Creativity is intelligence having fun. Read on to see how creativity can be a major driving force of learning for your child.

Teach your child to have a go and to be a risk taker

December 06, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Anxiety, Activity, Achievement, Children, Communication, creative, Decision Making, Education, Emotions, Experiences, Finding Help, Friendship, Gratitude, Happiness, Independence, Learning, Positive Behaviour, Problem Solving, Potential, Raising Boys, Raising girls, Stress, tasks, Worry, Values

I know it’s hard if there are risks, but, teach your child to have a go and to be a risk-taker. Read on for some advantages of this.

Teaching good manners is a great life skill

December 04, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Activity, Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Communication, creative, Decision Making, education, Emotions, Experiences, Happiness, Laughter, Memories, Personality, Problem Solving, Problems, Raising Boys, Raising girls

Here are 5 benefits of teaching children great manners.

A happy child makes us all feel the joy of youth.

December 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Anxiety, Activity, Achievement, Communication, Experiences, Emotions, Friendship, Gratitude, Happiness, Memories, Parenting, Personality, Positive Behaviour, Problems, Problem Solving, Raising Boys, Raising girls

Read on for 5 basic needs to help your child feel content.

Six important parenting practices with an upbeat approach

November 17, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Behaviour, Achievement, Children, Independence, Mother, Negotiation, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, tasks

Read on for 6 parenting tips to be more positive by involving children, and lightening the idea of control and discipline.

Six mini moments of joy and care to your child

October 17, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Communication, Experiences, Family, Happiness, Learning, Memories, Parenting

Six ideas for giving mini moments of support and encouragement to your child.

Celebrate your efforts as the first educators of your child

October 10, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Appreciation, Children, Communication, Decision Making, Education, Emotions, Experiences, Family, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Raising Boys, Raising girls

Reflect on how you impact your child as the first and primary educator. The following blog discusses how you make all the difference.

Be excited for your child as they attend school each day

October 03, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Appreciation, Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Experiences, Friendship, Happiness, Independence, Learning, Memories, Parenting, school, Self Esteem

A school’s environment will have much to offer your child. This blog discusses the positive benefits you can expect from the school.

Your child needs your patience as they progress through school

October 03, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Education, Emotions, Experiences, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour

Patience is a vital virtue for parents with children in school, this blog states the reasons why.

Supporting your child’s individual learning style

October 03, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Behaviour, Children, Education, Emotions, Independence, Learning, Parenting

This blog provides several reasons why supporting your child’s individual style will accelerate their learning.

What parents need to think about when our children go to school

September 25, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Communication, Education, Experiences, Independence, Learning, Parenting

This blog contains several important considerations that you should keep in mind to support your child's education and overall wellbeing.

The fun of joint projects with your child

September 25, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Children, Experiences, Family, Happiness, Learning, Parenting

Activities are a great way to spend time together, showing you are keen to build a strong relationship with your child. Read this blog for some fun activity suggestions.

Seven ideas to help your child with homework

September 15, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Children, Education, Laughter, Learning, Parenting

Here are 7 creative ideas to make the task of homework meaningful and enjoyable.

Six great ideas that parents can use to build their child's interest in learning:

September 15, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Activity, Children, Education, Experiences, Learning, Parenting, Problem Solving, school

Here are six great ideas that parents can use to build their child's interest in learning.

Eight Fun Ways to Enhance Handwriting Skills in Kids!

August 29, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Writing

Here are eight fun ways to enhance handwriting skills in kids

Children All Learn Differently: Embrace Their Unique Learning Journey

August 29, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Communication, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Problem Solving

Here are some enjoyable and easy-to-implement ideas to support your child's individual learning journey.

Six ideas to help children focus on learning rather than just completing work

August 15, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Communication, creative, Education, Learning, Parenting, Reading, school

Here are six different ways to promote deeper learning.

Helping the shy, less confident child

July 04, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Communication, Emotions, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Self Esteem

For some children, finding their confidence can be a challenge. Here are some ways to build your child’s stamina in this area.

Keep our children active and physical

May 30, 2023 by Gail Smith in Achievement, Children, Family, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, School Sports, Sports

This article is a reminder of the importance of keeping our children active daily.