Homework and Study
Back to school period hits us all like a ton of bricks. It doesn't just affect your child! We have to help with homework, wash the uniforms, get all the right supplies ready, and the list goes on. Here are 10 strategies to survive the few first weeks and how to get back into the routine.
Problems
Your eldest loves school and has good grades. Her little brother is not as enthusiastic! How can you encourage the first without discouraging the second?
Integration
Children start developing the skills that will help them in school from the first years of life. Parents and childcare workers play a role in helping children get ready for school.
Integration
It is possible to make the school years less stressful for both children and parents. You only have to set up a new routine at home.
Problems
The school year is ending and you don't want your kid to forget their good work ethic, or maybe, you want them to develop a better one for next year! Should your child spend their summer with pens, papers and piles of books? Sylvie Desmarais gives you advice.
Homework and Study
A homework routine, a clearly identified study corner, optimal organization, greater autonomy of the child and regular encouragement are the keys to a successful homework time!
Integration
Starting school, or even going back to school, every September, represents an important moment in your child’s life. Here are some ways in which your child can learn to adapt to school.
Problems
Does your child whines every morning before leaving for school? Do they make up crazy stories to avoid doing homework? What if your child is feeling stressed out about going to school?
School Health
During the summertime, we tend to be more permissive about our children's sleeping schedule. But once the school year begins, we must set bedtimes for our children. Adequate sleep is the best way to keep children concentrated, in shape and in a good mood; ready to face a full day of school!
Integration
Between our wishes and reality, there is a whole world! The autistic child has uncommon challenges in school. Here is an explanation from Nathalie Fecteau.
Integration
Your baby's all grown up and starting kindergarten. You're proud, but you also notice that they have started developing some unsettling behaviours. Keep reading to learn more about how kids adjust to school and peer influences!
Problems
Stress is a response of the body that is useful for survival. If an optimal stress level is necessary, what should we do when we exceed this level?
Your children's Halloween party is going to be a blast! Colorful decorations, costumes, candy galore and fun family evenings are on the menu!
In a few weeks, children will begin a new school year. Whether it be their first day or they are returning for another year, here are some articles to help you prepare.
