An Easy New Year’s Resolution for Parents: Talk More and Go Outside

As we head into a new year, many parents are making resolutions that involve improving their child’s education and well-being. For this month’s Thrive newsletter, we asked our very own education experts for resolution ideas that accomplish those goals and can also strengthen the relationship between parent and child. Establish Time for ‘Important Talk’ Dr. Amy Brereton,…

3 Ways to Continue Learning During the Holidays

The holiday season is upon us, which means many children will spend less time at school and more time at home with their family. However, being away from the classroom doesn’t mean your child has to take a break from learning. With these tips, you can help your child stay sharp so that they can…

Interview with Dr. Danielle Dick

For this month’s newsletter, we interviewed Dr. Danielle Dick, author of the new book, The Child Code, which provides a science-based approach to parenting centered on a child’s unique genetic “code.” Dr. Dick, a tenured professor of psychology and human and molecular genetics at Virginia Commonwealth University, has spent years researching how genetic and environmental factors…

3 Ways to Teach Children Organizational Skills

Organizational skills can help children learn how to focus, complete tasks, and set goals. However, learning good organizational skills is sometimes overlooked in children’s education. That’s why learning these skills at home is a great way for parents to supplement their child’s education and maximize benefits. Getting organized is something even adults struggle, as evidenced…

How to Help Your Child Set Achievable Goals

With a new school year upon us, now is a great time to help your child set new goals. Goals keep children focused on improving their academic skills and helps them realize accomplishments, which gives them confidence and motivation to keep doing better. But how do we help children set goals? There are many things…

Serve and Return: How a Simple Process Build’s a Child’s Brain and Communication Skills

When infants and young toddlers are learning to develop communication and interaction skills, they are also strengthening the architecture of their brains. The little interactions and responses when a child plays can seem trivial, but they actually have a big impact on their development. The process is called Serve and Return. Here’s how Harvard University’s…

Tips On Preparing Your Child to Go Back to School

In a few weeks, millions of children will be returning to the classroom. Some have been learning remotely over the past year, and others have only been out of the classroom for summer vacation. Whatever your child’s situation has been, getting ready to return to the classroom may require some adjustments. Here are some tips for…

3 Brain-Stimulating Travel Activities Without the Screen

With travel restrictions easing this summer, millions of Americans will be eager to hit the road. And for many children, it may be the first time – or the first time in a long time – that they’ve been on a long-distance journey. With so many games and videos available to occupy children’s minds on…

The Benefits of Summer Camp to Your Child’s Overall Wellbeing

Last year, children missed out on an entire summer – the season where children usually cross a bridge of growth as they transition to a new grade and new phase of their childhood. But with the pandemic mostly under control, schools re-opening, and social gatherings coming back together, children can once again experience summer the…

Why Teaching Children Tidiness Creates a Healthier and Happier Home

Child practicing pouring exercises as part of a practical life activity.

From plastic toys to electronic gadgets, a child’s play area can get quite cluttered. Unfortunately, studies have shown that too much clutter in one’s home or work area (in this case, a child’s play area) can diminish focus, increase stress, and cause anxiety. And with so many parents working from home, too much clutter can…

An Easy New Year’s Resolution for Parents: Talk More and Go Outside