It’s fast approaching Christmas – the season of high hint dropping or even downright whining as the adverts crank up & work their marketing magic on your already stretched purses strings. On a serious note we are still in the tight grip of a cost of living crisis & it’s incredibly stressful & worrying around […]
Here are some practical tips for handling children of all ages, including those with special needs, as Christmas and the Holiday Season approaches: Establish Clear Expectations: Communicate expectations and rules in a straightforward manner. Use visual aids or social stories for children with special needs. Create a Predictable Schedule: Maintain a consistent routine to […]
Navigating Holiday Requests for Digital Devices: How to Respond Confidently The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and the arrival of wish lists from children. In an age dominated by technology, these lists often feature requests for gadgets, consoles, and smartphones. This trend, known as “pester power,” can create pressure for parents trying […]
Image by Freepik In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for family dinners can feel like an uphill battle. Yet, the simple act of sharing a meal together may hold the key to stronger family bonds, improved communication, and even better academic performance for your kids. Studies consistently show that children who regularly […]
The Importance of Critical Thinking for Children: Tips and Scripts for Parents In today’s fast-paced, information-rich world, critical thinking has become an essential skill for children. It empowers them to analyse information, make informed decisions, and develop a deeper understanding of complex issues. As parents, nurturing critical thinking in our children can help them navigate […]
How to talk to children of all ages about the murder of the children in Southport with scripts of what to say. Discussing a tragedy like the murder of children can be incredibly difficult, especially when trying to communicate it to children of different ages. Your approach should vary based on your child’s age, emotional […]
Sue’s Alternative to the ‘Naughty Step’ The ‘Easy Peasy – Lemon Squeezy Button’ is suitable for kids of all ages & allows you to record and playback 40 seconds of yourself saying ‘That was Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy’ via the built-in microphone and speaker – to motivate & encourage your child to brush […]
You know when your plans don’t always go according to plan? You know ‘the best laid plans of mice and men’ scenario when even with the most careful planning things don’t necessarily work out the way you thought? You know that moment when your kids are tired, overwhelmed, frustrated, striving for more independence or […]
So often we let our kids, our partner or our work colleagues wind us up, but it’s worth just pressing your imaginary pause button for a moment and reminding yourself that …….”Nobody makes you angry – you DECIDE to use anger as a response” Step back, take a deep breath and choose another option. Nobody […]
Here’s a story from my never ending notebook and everlasting coloured pencil. The Seahorse Once upon a time, there was a young seahorse called Sidney. He was a lovely friendly and clever seahorse, who was very good at being a seahorse, but the problem was he was born in a world where most people were […]
Here’s my Wednesday story from my never-ending notebook and my everlasting coloured pencil. Knowing Where to Tap At the end of the 19th century a wealthy mill owner was sick with worry as his steam boiler lay broken and his workers were standing idle. Time was money and as the hours and days passed he […]
Every Wednesday I post an inspiring, thought provoking story for you to reflect on. I have been posting them for many years and today’s story from my never ending notebook and everlasting coloured pencil is called the 99 Club The 99 Club “Once upon a time, there lived a King who, despite his luxurious lifestyle, was neither […]
Here’s today’s story from my never ending notebook and ever lasting coloured pencil ! If you’re good to life, life will be good to you. The Master looked into the face of the young monk,and behind the eyes he could read that the boy’s life would not stretch a month more. Illness […]
Who is responsible for the choices I make?
Who needs my love today? Every week, on a Monday, I post a Parent Coaching Question for you to ponder. Save it on your phone to see each morning to get you thinking, or pop it up on the fridge in the kitchen to pause to ponder throughout the week. No beating yourself up now […]
A Practical Guide
A calm, practical starter guide from Sue Atkins to help you handle smartphones, social media, gaming, sleep and online pressure — without rows or panic.
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