Eileen Kennedy-Moore's Blog, page 15
December 1, 2013
Popular Kids
Is your child popular? Does he or she want to be? Do you consider popularity an important goal for kids or teens?
October 31, 2013
“Fat Letters” Are Cruel to Kids
Do "fat letters" motivate children to lose weight?
September 30, 2013
Teaching Children to Read Emotions
Reading aloud to children and encouraging them to think about the character's feelings may help children develop empathy and kindness.
August 31, 2013
Helping Children Who Cry Easily
Kids who cry easily may pay a social cost.
July 29, 2013
Learning to Be a Good Sport
Many children have trouble coping with winning and losing. They gloat and brag when they win. They cry, sulk, or accuse others of cheating if they lose. Here are some ways to help kids take competition in stride.
Being a Good Sport
Many children have trouble coping with winning and losing. They gloat and brag when they win. They cry, sulk, or accuse others of cheating if they lose. Here are some ways to help.
June 30, 2013
Children's Play Date Guidelines
Simple guidelines to help your child be a good host.
May 28, 2013
What Friends Teach Children
Friends are not only a source of fun; they also help children grow in meaningful ways.
April 30, 2013
Preventing Mom Meltdowns and Dad Detonations
As much as we love our children, we’ve all had moments of feeling exasperated with them. Here's what you can do when you feel like you're ready to explode.
March 26, 2013
Chores and Children
Just tell your child, “Scrubbing the bathroom will fill you with joy!” Surely that will inspire your child to pick up a sponge! Well, maybe not… Here are some practical ways to get kids to help with housework.
