Clik here to view.
Awareness- Part 2
The development of a versatile self awareness propels many new cognitive feats. Not only can they recognize themselves in the mirror, but they can decipher the rotations and transformations of their...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Awareness- Part 3
Twos take another leap in their ability to gain awareness of their world and use mental models to reflect upon it. First is that our Twos are not only able to create a mental picture of the world but...
View ArticleEarly Logic Adventures- Making things happen
Our little ones don’t start their logic careers with the 123s, shapes, and colors: instead, they figure out that when they do something, it can make something else happen in the world. So if they give...
View ArticleEarly Logic Adventures- Figuring things out
Once our babies start to sit up, this milestone opens a whole new range of exploration. Their hands free up and whatever they can get them on, they want to explore and manipulate. Here Whitney, gets...
View ArticleSocial Awareness & Seeking Approval
As our toddlers develop more social awareness, they soon begin seeking approval from those important to them. Toddlers want their efforts to be rewarded with attention, excitement and approval. Praise,...
View ArticleThe Strength of Group Play
Last week we discussed the “tiger mom” parenting debate and my mantra was: “The key to parenting best practices is to tune into your child’s unique mind and profile of strengths and help them become...
View ArticleWater Play and Exploration
With summer in full swing, we will all be doing lots of water play over the next few months. Water play and exploration is one of the classic open-ended play experiences that can provide hours and...
View Article
