We are rapidly heading towards spring, and with spring come kids who are suffering from allergies, as well as colds and the flu. While The Children’s Academy (TCA) is aware that little kids have sniffles that seem to follow them wherever they go, we also know this is a time of worry for parents. In […]
Sleep is crucial for human beings of all ages. However, for toddlers, sleep is that much more important. Toddlers spend more of their time asleep than awake. This is mostly because the growth process happens as they sleep. They need their sleep to grow not only physically but also mentally. Sleep also goes a long […]
Unless you’re a personal trainer or professional athlete, exercising and time with your kids don’t need to be compartmentalized. When fitting work and other responsibilities into your schedule, you’re likely away from your children enough as it is. By incorporating kid time with exercise time, you can not only spend quality time with your children, […]
How to Encourage Your Child to Face Their Fears It’s never fun to see your child stressed out due to fear. They should be having fun and enjoying life instead. However, many children face anxiety due to all sorts of factors, and one of the biggest factors is going to school the first time. At […]
Reading is an essential part of a child’s learning and future success in school. Unfortunately, many children see reading as either a chore or they might suffer from anxiety when they are first starting out to read. However, with the right help, your child can become a reading wiz and may even find that they […]
When it is time for your child to go to preschool it is an emotional moment for both the parents and the child. Preschool is more about socialization than it is about knowing how to count to ten – although that helps. What is more important is that your child knows and learns how to […]
Spending time with your kids is important, especially in these days where technology seems to take the human aspect out of their lives. For children, connecting with them doesn’t have to mean spending hours with them. Kids just need to know you are there and that you care. We all seem to lead busy lives […]
When your child is struggling with their schoolwork, they might start to lose motivation. They might stop paying attention, lose focus when doing their homework, or even avoid doing their homework altogether. Doing well academically is important for your child’s future, but you don’t want to pressure them. Here are X ways to help motivate […]
Giving your kids chores is more than just a way for you to get some help around the house. Chores also help your child to learn responsibility and important skills. They help your child to become more independent. But the question on many parents’ minds is, what is the right age to start? When to […]
Toddlers can very easily pick up unhealthy eating habits from their parents. If we’re not careful, this is something that can have a negative impact on them for the rest of their lives. This is why it’s so important for parents to pay close attention to their toddlers’ eating habits and work on improving them […]
