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Curiosity in Children & Why it Matters Dr. Joanne Foster – www.joannefoster.ca Curiosity may be the most valuable attribute any child could have. Here are statements attributed to two eminent and oft-quoted individuals: “I think, at a child’s birth, if a mother could ask a fairy godmother to endow it
Dealing With Debt While Preparing for a Baby by Rue Jyoti Having a baby is more than just about bringing a new life into the world. It means a lifetime commitment and dedication to guide and shape your child. That said, welcoming a baby shifts your priorities, including your finances.
The Art of Observing The Natural Child By Philip Mott One of the challenges raising our young children is that time seems to go so quickly. After laundry, feedings, play, time with family, not to mention living life in general, it can feel like children grow up in the blink
By Dr. Joanne Foster “The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.” ~ Thomas Paine It is exactly one year since my home city (Toronto, Canada) went into its first lockdown due to the COVID pandemic. Now, as I write this, we are in the throes of yet another.
By Dr. Joanne Foster A love of learning enriches the mind. But… Learning to love enhances the spirit and energizes the soul. I’ve written elsewhere about early learning, including important considerations for parents and teachers, mitigating factors, developmental issues, strategies, and more. Here, however, I focus on learning to love—and,
By Dr. Joanne Foster What’s the best amount and kind of praise? Not too much, not too little, but just right. It’s honest, meaningful, deserved, and propels the child forward. With that in mind, how can parents praise young children so as to foster their learning, confidence, motivation, and well-being?
Curiosity in Children & Why it Matters Dr. Joanne Foster – www.joannefoster.ca Curiosity may be the most valuable attribute any child could have. Here are statements attributed to two
Dealing With Debt While Preparing for a Baby by Rue Jyoti Having a baby is more than just about bringing a new life into the world. It means a
The Art of Observing The Natural Child By Philip Mott One of the challenges raising our young children is that time seems to go so quickly. After laundry, feedings,
By Dr. Joanne Foster “The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.” ~ Thomas Paine It is exactly one year since my home city (Toronto, Canada) went
By Dr. Joanne Foster A love of learning enriches the mind. But… Learning to love enhances the spirit and energizes the soul. I’ve written elsewhere about
By Dr. Joanne Foster What’s the best amount and kind of praise? Not too much, not too little, but just right. It’s honest, meaningful, deserved, and propels the child
