Parenting With Teacher Nancy

Now that summer is on the horizon, and since I've been learning to surf, I found this article intriguing: How Parenting Is Like Surfing Parenting young children can feel a lot like surfing: One moment we’re in calm waters, enjoying a harmonious moment with our kids; the next we’re in a riptide, where a preschooler’s meltdown pulls the whole family momentarily out to sea. We have to be nimble, keep our knees bent, and expect the unexpected as we shift between our many roles of monitoring, teaching, enforcing, comforting, playing... More to consider this summer: When Do Children Develop Their Gender Identity  So, how do children come to understand gender ? ... Around that time , they become motivated to relate to other members of their group and ... Enjoy your summer!  See you in the fall! 

Play is essential for a flourishing child.   It develops the brain's executive function , social and emotional skills,  language and physical development, and their ability to have fun. The Importance of Play in Early Childhood Development Why are parents afraid to let kids play?  And why are some parents overprotective?  This article tackles these questions.   I post this article every semester.  For those who haven't read it, please do. The Overprotected Kid