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TIPS:STARTING SCHOOL FOR THE FIRST TIMETIPS:Take some trips to the school.  Your child will then become familiar with the area and the route.  This will desensitise him /her and allow the route to become familiar.Starting school is “huge” for all.  So celebrate it.  Involve others too e.g. grand parents, god...

SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL SKILLS FOR KIDS Kids who thrive in social and emotional development tend to do better at school.  So we need to encourage this area of development as soon as we can…. Like from the time they are born.  Its never to early….  And it becomes good practice as...

SKILL BUILDINGWe often see kids develop and build on skills, and how rewarding it is to watch them do this on their own.On occasions whilst I have had kids in my care (child care centre or clinic) I have heard, I wish I could….. and this is often...

These days our kids are easily exposed to scary images and video.The reality is, children do not normally distinguish fantasy from reality until about age 6.  So even closely beyond this age, we can see how our children can become frightened of whats in the media.  And lets face it,...

HEY KIDS, LETS EVALUATE YOUR YEAR SO FAR…AND LETS SET SOME GOALS AND PLAN FOR A BETTER YEAR NEXT YEAR!!!!GROW YOU EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU!In-fact I’m definitely going to throw in some anxiety solutions for kids to choose to take away and have as back...

Recently I engaged my attention in a sleep and kids summit.  Without too much detail I wish to let you in on some general information, and still keep this blog brief.  If you really want to explore more about it you may find it on bettersleepforkids.com.  Let me start with...

MY CALM PLACEThis activity combines yoga, meditation, mindfulness and guided imagery activities to soothe emotions and promote self-regulation in children.There are 4 categories to choose from: Movement cards consist of yoga poses and low impact exercises to relax and recharge the inner and outer self.For Example:Starfish:While standing, extend yourArms and...

BUILDING STRENGTHS IN KIDSBuilding strengths for kids involves a simple message:  All children deserve to be recognised and celebrated for their strengths.  Strengths help children learn, grow and become the best they can be.  Children thrive with encouragement;they blossom when their strengths and efforts are noticed.Focus on what kids can...

THE POSITIVE THINKING CLINIC OFFERS A SPECIALISED PROGRAMPERSONAL SKILLS FOR KIDSTO COVER THE FOLLOWING AREAS:6 step program: Focus on the Positives in your lifeOpportunities for appreciation and being grateful.Considering the great things you see and do, and the great times you spend with others.  Noticing magical moments.This involves other people,...