by Debbie Mondale | Feb 7, 2021 | 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Emotional Well being, Foundations of Learning, Home Routines, Parenting Techniques
You and your child can easily create a Place for Peace in your home. When we create and consistently use this kind of space in our home, it can become a safe haven to truly FEEL whatever we need to feel, deeply connect with those who love us and, as well as provide...
by Debbie Mondale | Jan 3, 2021 | All ages, Emotional Well being, News & Updates, Portfolio
With A Sprinkle of Hope, your young family can enjoy interactive music play that you may use to create family rituals for celebrating, and building HOPE together. As we kick off 2021, let’s connect with each other through peace, cooperation, and creativity. ...
by Debbie Mondale | Dec 28, 2020 | 0 to 18 m., 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Emotional Well being, Foundations of Learning, Parent Perspectives, Social Interactions
What can I expect from my child in their progression of social-emotional development? Often, adults, even parents, tend to expect our child to act in a way in which they are not yet capable. I am totally guilty of this myself as a mom. EVEN though my education...
by Debbie Mondale | Nov 26, 2020 | 0 to 18 m., 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, Activity ideas, Emotional Well being, Parenting Techniques, Portfolio, Social Interactions
Engaging with toddlers on video calls can be quite challenging for grandparents, or any adult really. More resources have become available for teachers, and for engaging with older children virtually, but there is very little out there to help us create true...
by Debbie Mondale | Oct 15, 2020 | 0 to 18 m., 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, Emotional Well being, News & Updates, Social Interactions
Can your child FEEL the emotion in Music? Even at a very young age, your child may joyfully wiggle and giggle with upbeat happy tunes they hear. The lullabies you sing to your little ones allow their mind and body to relax as they feel safe and loved. The ability...
by Debbie Mondale | Aug 10, 2020 | Debbie's thoughts, Emotional Well being, Portfolio
Goodbyes and Hellos often go hand in hand, wrapped up in personal stories. Often when we share stories, we find we have key elements in common, and can build our Village of personal connections that allow us to thrive better… together. 2020 has been filled with...
