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04/07/2019

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04/07/2019

24/10/2018

When I first entered the foster care arena, I actually thought I could save a child. I thought that I could pour love into a poor, little child and their lives would be fixed. I thought LOVE could …

03/02/2018

Anxiety is something I have been coming across more and more in my practice . Here are some helpful hints in identifying anxiety and delaing with it.

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Kids deal with a lot of tricky emotions!
One emotion that seems to be an issue for many is anxiety. Here are some ideas for helping your child deal with this uncomfortable emotional state.

http://onetimethrough.com/tips-to-support-kids-experiencing-anxiety/

07/11/2017

Pearls of wisdom

I’ve noticed that I am much more confident and in control of my emotions/responses on the weekend when I have not spent the majority of my day at work, away

23/10/2017

Our Printable Developmental Milestones Handouts are the ideal resource for sharing information about baby, toddler, and preschool development with parents and caregivers. Are you tired of searching the internet for quality child development information to share with parents and caregivers? Are you f...

23/10/2017

So important

A seasoned educator shares four ideas for supporting students who have suffered emotional trauma.

01/06/2017

Fidget spinners - Painful or helpful?

Fidget spinners are all the rage at the moment with it seems like every kid owning or wanting one. Although the craze may wear off, kids and adults that actually need the spinner will probably hold onto theirs. These fidgets actually help children and adults with anxiety, stress and sensory processing disorders

So how do fidgets help?
Well, the theory goes that fidgets play a role similar to biting nails, or twirling hair , tapping one's foot or getting up periodically to walk around working - all examples of movement required to concentrate when performing a task. Movement has been shown to enhance learning as both the left and right hand sides of the brain become engaged.

The fidget provides a small movement and subtle touch input that helps calm the nervous system as well as providing small movements which assist learning.

Why do kids need to fidget?
Kids are asked to sit still for long periods of time to get through their academic work. Most of them also do not have the opportunity to play enough and fidgeting is a sign of this. If their fidgeting becomes too disruptive in a classroom situation, the teacher will then ask them to stop and the child will then become distracted and unable to do what is required of them.

However, boundaries need to be set when using the fidgets so they are seen as a tool and not a toy! The fidget should be small enough so it can be used without the child looking at it. It should be an aid, not a distraction, to the child or other children around them and it should be kept either in their hand or on their desk!

So overall fidgets have their uses!!!!!!!!!!! Even though they be driving adults slightly insane right now. If you are interested in purchasing one, or a fidget cube, please comment below.

05/04/2017

Disruptive Behavior: tantrums and defiance may mask issues that aren't apparent to adults, from anxiety and depression to learning disorders and trauma.

26/03/2017

Kids can’t always put their feelings into words

07/03/2017

Physical movement improves mental focus, memory, and cognitive flexibility; new research shows just how critical it is to academic performance.

21/02/2017

When dealing with anxiety in children, your response can have a powerful effect on calming an anxious brain and uncovering brave behaviour. Here's how.