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Fostering a Love for Reading in the Digital Age
Many of us remember those hot, languid summer days spent reading the newest novel by the author we loved or about our latest faddish obsession we were fascinated with. Today, as we look around at the students in our lives,…
The Role of Arts in Emotional and Cognitive Development
A stunning painting of the Grand Canyon. That catchy tune you can’t get out of your head. The meal at your favorite restaurant that looks and smells so incredible that your mouth waters just thinking about it. What is it…
Navigating Sibling Rivalry
Romulus and Remus. Scar and Mufasa. Thor and Loki. Sibling rivalry has been around forever and is a common experience in families with more than one child. While it can be challenging, this rivalry also offers valuable learning opportunities for…
The Upside of Life with Pets: Child Development and Family Connection
We’re animal lovers at TLC. Staff members happily consider their dogs, cats, and even goldfish to be part of the fam. Our love for pets runs deep because we’ve come to learn how beneficial they are in contributing to a…
Nature’s Remedy: Get Outside!
In a world where many people spend as much time interacting with a digital screen as they do talking to a human being, feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and an inability to turn the brain off is all too familiar.…
Helping Children Cope with Grief and Loss
While it’s common for children to take cues from movies or shows they watch, learning how to process grief in this way usually backfires. Films tend to portray grief in dramatic, oversimplified ways—a somber funeral, a tearful goodbye, or a…
Five Tips on Reducing Exam Anxiety
Few people look forward to taking an exam. Finals season usually creates loads of stress for students, parents, and educators alike. As test dates get closer, many students experience heightened anxiety, which interferes with and impacts their performance. While some…
Sleep to Live! Nurturing Healthy Sleep Habits in Children and Adolescents
If you’ve been listening carefully, you may have heard a teenager near you say it: “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.” Adolescent posturing? Sure. A killer Warren Zevon song, absolutely. But the guiding mantra for children? Definitely not. The utterer and…
Building Financial Literacy in Teenagers
Unexpected expenses can quickly add up throughout the year, making financial literacy an essential skill for everyone. If managing money is challenging for adults with significant financial experience, imagine how crucial it is for teenagers who are just beginning to…