Parents spend a great deal of time creating routines for their children, but what happens when the adults managing those routines do not have a sustainable routine of their own? Sleep, work, meals, personal care, household responsibilities, transportation, appointments, schoolwork, and family time all compete for the same limited hours of the day. For many families, the challenge is not knowing that routines are helpful. The challenge is creating a routine that actually fits the people living...

One of the most common questions families ask during the school year is, “How can I help my child if I don’t understand what they’re learning?” The answer begins long before a report card arrives. Parents are not expected to become classroom teachers, but they are responsible for understanding what their child is expected to learn and recognizing when additional support may be needed. Whether your child attends a public school, private school, charter school, online school, or is...

Every child has interests that make them curious about the world around them. Whether it is animals, sports, music, art, technology, science, reading, building, or discovering how things work, those interests can become powerful tools for learning. As families support children through each stage of development, one of the most meaningful things parents can do is listen, observe, and remain open to what naturally captures their child’s attention. Supporting a child’s interests does not mean...