Articles
Month of Mindfulness: A 4 week presence-awareness challenge: Below is a month of mindfulness. These are short activities to build on the skills of slowing down, developing self and social awareness, and controlling our brain (thoughts). Give a few or all of them a try together throughout February. *Good to do when needing to wait instead of looking at technology!
The Difference between Tantrums and Sensory Meltdowns
By Amanda Morin
Ms. Morin provides a quick reference to identify which situation a child is in to respond in the most appropriate ways to best support the child. She defines a tantrum as “an outburst that happens when a child is trying to get something he wants or needs.” A meltdown is “a reaction to feeling overwhelmed” by feelings or surroundings. She shares that a tantrum can often be controlled by “rewarding more appropriate behavior” while a meltdown often needs support and a quiet place to de-escalate. The article is located at:
Is it Rude, Is it Mean, or is it Bullying?
Why we all must learn to distinguish between rude, mean, and bullying behaviors
Posted Nov 25, 2012
Is Viewing the Same as Doing? What Parents Need to Know about How Screen Time is Affecting the Growing Brains of their Children.
Article discussing the impacts of screen time on developing brains, on thinking & learning, on feelings & behaviors, and on health & well-being. The article also includes some related family activities such as sharing different viewpoints when watching a movie together.
How Screen Time Affects Your Kid's Brain
by Robert Locke
This article discusses potential impacts on brain development, speech, and a child's physical and mental health. It also shares ideas for parents.
https://www.lifehack.org/359657/how-screen-time-affects-your-kids-brain