The Magic of Creative Thinking →

February 14, 2024 by Gail Smith in Activity, arts, Children, Communication, creative, Education, Family, Happiness, Independence, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Potential, Problem Solving, school

Creativity is about letting your imagination run wild! Discover how encouraging your child's creative side can lead to amazing benefits. Join Gail Smith as she dives into the world of creativity!

Building stronger relationships with your child →

January 31, 2024 by Gail Smith in Activity, Anxiety, Appreciation, Behaviour, Children, Communication, creative, Decision Making, Education, Experiences, Family, Friendship, Memories, Personality, Parenting, Sleep

Explore these simple suggestions with Gail Smith to enhance the task of building better relationships with your child. The Primary Years.

Help your child have a great start to the school year →

January 31, 2024 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, Communication, education, Happiness, Independence, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, school, Seperation, Starting School, Starting Term

Every child will encounter a mix of excitement and anxiety at the start of a new school year. Gail Smith shares tips on actions you can take to ease the pressure for your child and let them know you are navigating this journey together.

Make learning innovative and fun

January 12, 2024 by Gail Smith in Activity, Appreciation, Communication, creative, education, Experiences, Memories

Show your children that all of life is a learning experience and that it is ongoing. Explore these 8 tips with Gail Smith to make learning innovative and fun.

Prepare well for the new year →

January 05, 2024 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, Communication, Family, Gratitude, Happiness, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Appreciation, education

Beyond the holiday joys, discover exciting ways to usher in the new year with your family in a truly meaningful and memorable manner.

The value of spending time and having fun with your child →

January 03, 2024 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, Communication, Experiences, Family, Laughter, Memories, Positive Behaviour, Values

With no expectation placed on you other than enjoying each other’s company, having fun with your child is all about finding quality time that is a such a precious and valuable way of building lasting and healthy relationships.

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.

Christmas Home Decorations - Rituals And Happy Memories

December 16, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Appreciation, creative, Emotions, Experiences, Family, Gratitude, Happiness, Friendship, Parenting, Personality, Positive Behaviour, School Holidays, school

The home environment takes on a special magic for your child. Here are some thoughts about how your efforts in decorating for Christmas can have long-term value and memory-making moments for your children.

Be a little on the wild side and explore adventure with your child

December 07, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Appreciation, Behaviour, Communication, Emotions, Family, Experiences, Happiness, Independence, Laughter

Don't underestimate that what you expose your children to can have a fantastic impact on their intellectual and emotional growth. Read here to consider ideas and examples of how you can make a to your child’s life by being open to many ideas.

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.

Be a proactive parent

November 22, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Appreciation, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Decision Making

6 parenting tips to being a proactive parent to steer the ship before it hits rough waters.

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.

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.

Teach your child about life from outside the classroom

September 22, 2023 by Gail Smith in Activity, Children, creative, Education, Experiences, Learning, Parenting

Teaching children about learning beyond the classroom is essential for their overall development. Here are 8 simple steps for parents to assist their children in learning outside of school.

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.