Parent blog: Introverts at school
A Boulder mom and psychologist reflects on why public schools seem to favor extroverted students and wonders what can be done to boost the confidence of classroom introverts.
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Parent blog: When parents make mistakes
When her husband left the burner on and the house filled with smoke Boulder mom of three and psychologist decided a teachable moment was at hand.
Parent blog: Promoting your child’s passions
A Boulder mom of three and psychologist reflects on helping your kids find their passions. In this case, a friend’s son found his in the barnyard.
Parent blog: Teaching kids to advocate for themselves
What do you do when your kids come home whining about something happening in the classroom? A Boulder Valley psychologist and mom has some ideas.
Parent blog: Helping kids cope with uncertainty
A Boulder mom of three and a psychologist says dealing with uncertainty can be tough – but there are ways to help your children cope with life’s curveballs.
Parent blog: Teaching kids to be readers
A Boulder psychologist and mother of three shares seven tips about helping even reluctant kids become better readers.
Parent blog: Learning teachers’ pet peeves
A Boulder mom and psychologist says children can learn how to read their teachers’ “pet peeves” to make the most of class time.
Parent blog: Starting at a new school
Starting a new school year can be stressful for kids and parents, particularly when dealing with a new school. Here’s what worked for one family.
Parent blog: Hooking kids on civic engagement
A Boulder mom learns what it takes to inspire her kids to be engaged citizens – an aging playground and a train run by beef fat. What about your kids?
Parent blog: Hooking kids into civic engagement
A Boulder mom learns what it takes to inspire her kids to be engaged citizens – an aging playground, and a train run by beef fat. What has it taken in your family for your kids to take a stand on something?
