Category: Child Development

While it is of utmost importance to most parents for their child to have positive experiences at...

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!

WHAT 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...

Does 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...

Move 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...

Pathways 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...

BEST 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...

Helping 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...

Teachers 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...

Speech 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...

Maintaining 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...

IT’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...

RAISING 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...

OH, 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...

Too 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...

Help 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...

How 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...

Back 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...

Teaching 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...

Reducing 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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