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The Write Stuff: Developing Your Child’s Written Expression
One of the most common questions I get from elementary school-aged children is “Do I have to write?”. Writing is one of the most complex academic tasks. It is comprised of a number of skills that must be coordinated to communicate a coherent message to the reader,...
The ABC’s of Teaching Your Child to Read
Now that you have set the stage to peak your child’s curiosity in reading by being a good role model and providing a language and literacy rich environment, let’s take a look at how to continue that momentum. You might assume that children learn to read simply by...
Fostering a love of literature
Seven steps towards developing a love of literatureI remember the first book that I ever read. And I remember the anticipation and joy that I felt whenever I was gifted a new book. Even now, I consider opportunities to curl up with a good book to be a special treat. ...
New Year, New Name!
Hummingbird Child Psychology is now Hummingbird Psychology! Hummingbird Child Psychology is now Hummingbird Psychology! Growth and change go hand in hand and we're pleased to welcome this next phase in our business with a new name. Hummingbird will continue to provide...
Roots and Wings: 12 Ways to Help Teens Build Resilience through Covid-19
During Covid-19, everyone has had to adapt to a ‘new normal’, which poses unique challenges for every member of the family Many teens are struggling emotionally through this unprecedented time. In this article, we’ll explore how Covid-19 is affecting teenagers and outline 12 ways parents can help them build the resilience they need to cope and thrive during, and after, the pandemic.
Child’s Play: Online Gaming During COVID-19
Online gaming has always been a hot button issue for parents and children. In these unprecedented times, when our children are home, bored and dealing with complex emotions due to the pandemic, have the guidelines changed? In this article, we’ll be sharing online...