Category: Child Development
With A Growth Mindset!
by Cheryl Vrkljan, OCT, M.Sc. | Mar 1, 2018 | 2018 - Spring Edition, Articles, Child Development | 0
Growth mindsets can instill the basic belief in a child that they have the ability to learn, regardless of natural talent, or intelligence. The good news is that a growth mindset can be taught!
Read MoreWHAT IS Auditory Processing?
by Yvonne Oliveira | Dec 3, 2017 | 2018 - Winter Edition, Child Development, Health and Wellness | 0
When a child has normal hearing, yet has difficulty listening in the classroom ‘central auditory...
Read MoreDoes your child need help with School Work?
by Olivia Ng | Dec 3, 2017 | 2018 - Winter Edition, Child Development, Child Psychology, Family, Parenting | 0
In a recent survey, approximately 35% of Ontario parents have purchased tutoring services for...
Read MoreMove Over iPad, Here Comes A Book!
by Cheryl Vrkljan, OCT, M.Sc. | Dec 3, 2017 | 2018 - Winter Edition, Child Development, Education, Family, Parenting | 0
Here’s the ultimate question when it comes to contemporary learning: “how do I get my child to put...
Read MorePathways in Autism Spectrum Disorder
by Dr. Vivian Lee | Dec 2, 2017 | 2018 - Winter Edition, Child Development, Child Psychology, Family, Parenting, Psychology | 0
Pathways in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Early Recognition, Diagnosis, and Intervention “If you...
Read MoreBEST Dental practice For Your Child
by Heather Wolf | Dec 2, 2017 | 2018 - Winter Edition, Child Development, Health and Wellness, Parenting | 0
When should I bring my child in for their first dental appointment? This is one of the most common...
Read MoreHelping Your Child Stay Organized and On Task This School Year
by Vicky Timmermanis Ph.D, C. Psych. | Sep 1, 2017 | 2017 - Fall Edition, Child Development, Child Psychology, Education, Parenting | 0
When kids head back to school, we often think about the classes they will take and the information...
Read MoreTeachers vs. Parents: Whose job is it to teach our kids values?
by Cheryl Vrkljan, OCT, M.Sc. | Sep 1, 2017 | 2017 - Fall Edition, Articles, Child Development | 0
As a teacher and a mom of three small kids, I love a good discussion about values. The issue of...
Read MoreSpeech Sound Development Checklist
by Yvonne Oliveira | Sep 1, 2017 | 2017 - Fall Edition, Articles, Child Development | 0
Individual speech sounds develop gradually, and there is a hierarchy of sounds where some sounds...
Read MoreMaintaining a Good Working Relationship With Your Child’s Teacher
by Cheryl Vrkljan, OCT, M.Sc. | Jun 6, 2017 | 2017 - Summer Edition, Child Development, Education, Parenting, Professional Advice, Relationships | 0
Establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with your child’s teacher, is a key...
Read MoreIT’S A ZOO OUT THERE!
by Barry Kory | Mar 6, 2017 | 2017 - Spring Edition, Articles, Child Development, Family, Professional Advice | 0
• Are they too loose? • Rear facing or forward facing, and when do I change? • Do I need a tether...
Read MoreRAISING RESILIENT CHILDREN
by Dr. Shonna John | Mar 6, 2017 | 2017 - Spring Edition, Articles, Child Development | 0
It’s normal for parents to question whether they are doing the right thing. Caregivers want to...
Read MoreOH, FOR THE LOVE OF READING!
by Cheryl Vrkljan, OCT, M.Sc. | Mar 6, 2017 | 2017 - Spring Edition, Articles, Child Development, Parenting | 0
Here’s a little secret I’ve learned over time as a teacher and as a parent. How you handle books...
Read MoreToo Scared for School!
by Dr. Shonna John | Dec 12, 2016 | 2017 - Winter Edition, Articles, Child Development, Child Psychology | 0
About 5-10% of children struggle with significant anxiety. Anxiety can interfere with a student’s...
Read MoreHelp Prepare Your Child for School With Fine Motor Skills Practice
by Cheryl Vrkljan, OCT, M.Sc. | Dec 12, 2016 | 2017 - Winter Edition, Articles, Child Development | 0
One of the most important ways we can help our children prepare for school is to practice their...
Read MoreHow to Help Your Child Cope With Feelings of Low Mood and Sadness
by Olivia Ng | Oct 26, 2016 | 2016 - Fall Edition, Articles, Child Development, Child Psychology, Family, Parenting, Professional Advice | 0
Most children and teens experience some low moods and sadness that is typical due to everyday...
Read MoreBack to School: Avoiding the Procrastination Trap
by Chris Parrish | Oct 25, 2016 | 2016 - Fall Edition, Articles, Child Development, Child Psychology, Education, Health and Wellness, Professional Advice | 0
If you often find yourself putting off studying or scrambling to complete projects at the last...
Read MoreTeaching My Own Child Shouldn’t Be This Hard
by Cheryl Vrkljan, OCT, M.Sc. | Sep 1, 2016 | 2016 - Fall Edition, Articles, Child Development, Child Psychology, Education, Family, Parenting | 0
What to do when you find yourself in serious schoolwork battles with your child. If you find...
Read MoreReducing Your Child’s Suffering With Validation
by Dr. Sherry Van Blyderveen | Sep 1, 2016 | 2016 - Fall Edition, Articles, Child Development, Child Psychology, Family, Issues, Parenting, Professional Advice | 0
In every close relationship there is potential for differing perspectives and high emotions from...
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