Bonfire Night is one of the highlights of autumn for many people, with children adoring the bangs and whizzes of the fireworks, and families enjoying a treat of hot dogs and candy floss. Staying safe on Bonfire Night is something to be mindful of, however. Fireworks, sparklers and bonfires can be hazardous if not treated […]
Frazzled parents can sometimes be lost for words or pushed to shout back at a child who is angry and shouting at them. Remaining patient and helping them through a meltdown can feel hugely challenging. If you are struggling to cope with bad behaviour including tantrums, hitting or negativity around the home, we’ve gathered some […]
Reading stories about people of a similar age is one of the recommended ways for children to build empathy for others and get a sense of how to thrive in everyday life, from their school days to holidays and during more troubling times. We’ve gathered together some of the books which have been published to […]
Many parents would admit to nervously awaiting milestone moments in their child’s development and the delight of hearing their first words and first sentences is definitely priceless. But if you are growing worried that your child may have a smaller vocabulary than other children their age, talks less or you simply want to be doing […]
It’s only natural to want to show your child’s teacher how much you appreciate the job they are doing in helping your son or daughter develop into an able, confident and knowledgeable young person. You and your child will probably want to say ‘goodbye’ and ‘thank you’ at the end of the school term, but […]
Getting into trouble in the water can happen in an instant. Every year – particularly during the school summer holidays – tragic reports of children (and adults) accidentally drowning highlight the lethal dangers of playing close to or in the water. You can start to plan a fun and safe family trip to the seaside […]
Making friends at school is a happy outcome of children chatting, playing, laughing and growing up together – but it’s normal to worry about them struggling to mix. If you are losing sleep about them missing out on making friends, child behaviour experts can suggest some ways for young people to enjoy conversations with their […]