Articles related to "Fostering Independence"



Raising an Independent Child
Just because you can do everything for them, doesn't mean you should.
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How to Get Picky Eaters to Eat More Vegetables
Mealtimes with picky eaters can turn into a battle of wills, especially when there are vegetables on the menu.
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"Tattle Tale, Tattle Tale!"
You might want to hear "Johnny pointed a knife at me," but you might not want to hear "Johnny called me a dodo." So how do you screen one from the other?
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A Literate Environment
A literate environment will develop independent readers and writers, as well as contribute to children's positive self-esteem.
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Adaptive Clothing for Kids With Special Needs
One area of concern for disabled children is the need for available quality clothing which aids in the ease of dressing and undressing.
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Can Helicopter Parents Affect Social Development
Helicopter parents micro-manage their children's lives to try and protect them from real life. Unfortunately, this can hinder the child's ability to learn independence.
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How to be a Successful Online College Student
As more college students try online classes, it is essential to know more about how to become a successful student outside the traditional classroom environment.
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Problem Solving Skills for Teens
Kids often shut down when faced with a problem or obstacle. How can you help them develop the skills to face challenges confidently?
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Raising an Independent Child
You can happily raise your independent child, just remember to teach him when to lead and when to follow with rules, reason and consistency.
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Save Money and the Earth
Read about some simple ways we can all contribute to conserving the earth while saving money.
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Teaching Life Skills to Children
Even the busiest parents can take advantage of household chores and turn them into learning opportunities for children of all ages.
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The Direct Aims of the Practical Life Curriculum
The purpose of the Practical Life curriculum in Montessori is to teach concentration, coordination, control, independence, and order to lay the foundation for learning.
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Surviving The Teen Years
Welcome to the teen years. It is a time when parents can enjoy helping their growing children become the independent, self-sufficient adults they are meant to be.
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Accessibility Aids from Tetra Society
The Tetra Society of North America is a nonprofit that recruits skilled volunteers to create customized assistive devices for persons with physical disabilities.
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What is Montessori?
Maria Montessori, the first Italian woman doctor, while working with children in the early 1900's created an educational philosophy and method now know as Montessori.
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