by Debbie Mondale | Nov 25, 2019 | Active Listening, Activity ideas, Parenting Techniques, Portfolio, Resources, Rituals, Uncategorized
What type of Thanksgiving reflections will your family enjoy? When we get together, our family members enjoy telling such delightful stories of what we have been up to throughout the year, as well as stories from our past, and stories of those who we love who have...
by Debbie Mondale | Oct 5, 2019 | Activity ideas, All ages, Child development, Holiday
How will your family PLAY with a pumpkin, or two, or more? AND WHY would we want to? Oh, YES, it may already be your family tradition to have delightful family pictures with pumpkins. It is so wonderful to compare them from year to year as our beauties grow. And...
by Debbie Mondale | Jul 2, 2019 | All ages, Emotional Well being, Foundations of Learning, Rituals, Social Interactions
What happens when we take just a few moments several times a day to genuinely connect emotionally with our child? Will it make a difference in their cooperation during that day? Will it make a difference in how you feel at the end of the day? How can it effect the...
by Debbie Mondale | May 2, 2019 | For Your Enjoyment, Parenting Techniques, Rituals
When you build your Parenthood Playlist, you will have a way to refresh your soul when you need it most. Oh, my… there are so many songs written by parents for parents – not necessarily for the children. These sing to the heart of a parent and their...
by Debbie Mondale | Apr 20, 2019 | Activity ideas, All ages, For Your Enjoyment, Home Routines
Aah, “What a Wonderful World” sung with the soothing sound of Louis Armstrong resonates deep in my soul. My whole body seems to relax as I picture the many beautiful places I have seen. As you and your child watch this spectacular photo slide show...
by Debbie Mondale | Apr 6, 2019 | 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Activity ideas, Instruments for children, Teaching techniques
Have you ever explored the possibilities of making a homemade instrument with a pencil? A Brand New pretty wooden pencil has so much potential other than writing. Exploring the options for sound making with a common object is an excellent exercise in creativity for...
