Children learn by observing, experimenting and asking questions. Find out when to guide them—and when to step back and let them explore.

It is the foundation for a successful community, and it is something you can easily incorporate at home.

What do you think the inside of this object looks like?

A school meant to appeal to children’s nature, rather than fight it.

Even young children can help!

8. Would you like me to sit with you or do you need space?

When kids aren’t encouraged to work through their emotions, they may just end up having more outbursts.

It makes a huge difference.

If they can rely on this regular dose of closeness, they become more willing to cooperate, more ready to connect.

Spoiler alert: It ended up making a tremendous difference for our entire family.

They have a light within them, and it’s our duty as their parents to help them be comfortable with letting it shine.

Kids are going to communicate online. Facebook wants parents to feel confident they are safe when doing so.

When they understand the natural consequences, they learn to make responsible choices on their own, rather than to avoid punishment.

You must become the emotionally safe place for them to vent and process their emotions.

Here’s how we can help them unlearn them.

Build those empathy muscles.

It turns out a pet just might be the gift that keeps on giving

Try this at home next time you hear the familiar refrain of “I can’t do it!”

Relationship before request

Remind them you are their ally, you are on their side. Even when you are saying no or stopping unhelpful behaviors.

Don’t be afraid to hug.