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Look at the differences between a typical preschool child’s hand (left) and a typical 7 year old hand (right). Want to know why a preschool aged child isn’t a...ble to write yet? This is why! Their hands are still developing and are not fully formed. So what should they be doing to support this? PLAY!! Playdough, colouring, cutting, gluing, playing outside, digging in dirt, sensory play, dress up play, science experiments, beading, puzzles, throwing balls, etc. . All of these things help their hands develop. When they are physically ready to write, they will! No need to rush them, they will show you when they are ready. via @Raisingherbarefoot

All toddlers try to push the limits. Being firm yet kind will help toddlers develop their ability to self-regulate. A few tips. Learn more: https://www.zerotothree.org/re/3918-limits-for-little-ones

Happy Easter to everyone!

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When you ask your child about their day (school, friends, etc.) how often do you get: "I don't remember" "Fine" "Okay" How can you create meaningful conversatio...ns with your children AND get them excited about telling you things? Use this very simple tip. Instead of asking them lots of questions ("How was school?" "What did you do there?" "Who was there?" "What happened?" or the total conversation killer "WHY" questions like "Why did you do that?"), say, "I wonder..." "I wonder if your friend was there too?" "I wonder what you had for dessert at the party?" "I wonder who was playing with you... Jack, Dan, or someone else maybe?" When you use 'I wonder' instead of asking them lots of questions, you're showing your genuine interest, you aren't being intrusive, and you aren't demanding their answers. Your children will be much more likely to want to satisfy your curiosity! Try using "I wonder" this next time you're trying to have a conversation with your child and see how it goes. Does your child tell you all about their day? What works for your family? Let us know in the comments, we would love to hear from you!

Please spread the word! We are looking for some loving, responsible staff to add to our Webster Kids First team!

This is exactly why our main focus is social emotional development!

Praise can benefit motivation and self-esteem, but these effects aren’t always lasting. Our ultimate goal should be to nurture our child’s intrinsic motivation.... Here are several alternatives to good job. Which will you start using? Any others you would add to this list? See more

Spring may not be officially here yet but it sure is in the air!!!

Congratulations Miss Marisa!!! Keegan Amir Daniels 3/16/21 at 11:44am 6 lbs 2.5 oz and 19.5 in

Great idea! Why did I not think of this when my kiddo was little???

I’m exhausted! Three straight hours of my son (8 yrs) calling himself horrible and stupid and saying I don’t care about him. I spend so much energy talking and... connecting and reasoning with him. I feel emotionally beaten up. Each verbal assault he gives to himself, I feel like it's a slap in my face. I KNOW that every child experiences negative self-talk. And I also know there are simple but effective research-based strategies and tools we can implement to help our children turn their scary, self-loathing thoughts into loving and kind ones. Trust me, it's so much more than teaching your child positive affirmations. There's a whole process behind teaching your child what thoughts mean (and what they DON'T mean) and how to handle them. That's why our very first parenting masterclass is exactly about that. The top parenting experts explain (with great compassion) how a regular parent (like you and me) can transform a child's negative self-talk so they can grow into a confident, self-loving adult. You will get access to a wealth of easy-to-consume information, including exact strategies AND ways you can speak to your children to eliminate unintentional shaming and build their self-esteem. For example, you will learn how to handle situations when your child says, "I can't!", "I hate myself,", "Nobody loves me,". Only two days left to get access to the recorded course with the introductory price (the price will double after March 10th). Let me know if you want the link and what country you're in so I can send you the correct link!

Helping children cope with big emotions can be tricky. Here are a few ways to help you recognize and respond to your child’s big feelings. #GaSEEDSforSUCCESS https://sesamestreetincommunities.org//Recognize-Big-feeli

The holidays aren’t just all about joy and cheer sometimes the emotions can be too much, leaving children feeling overwhelmed and ready to meltdown. But by ma...king room for and acknowledging the big feelings, and helping your children re-channel their emotions, you can use these 3 tips to confidently parent through holiday stress. Check your inbox for this helpful free printable. Not subscribed? Let us know!

Wow! Our families are the best!! Thank you so very much to all who donated to the Toys For Tots drive! What a great success

7 Tips to build emotional resilience in kids!

As we near the holidays where food is often front and center, it's important to remember that picky eating is more of a typical milestone than a challenging behavior. Try these tips to make mealtime less of a fuss. Learn more: go.zerotothree.org/pickyeaters