by Jaimi Erickson | May 1, 2012 | parenting
Having a preschooler has opened my eyes to how quickly children can learn new concepts. It also taught me how fast a bad example can develop into bad behavior. This crash course in child development: preschool will help us navigate parenting preschool aged children....
by Jaimi Erickson | Nov 1, 2011 | motherhood, parenting
Starting in infancy, when your child is home with you, you are able to devote so much one-on-one time to them and with them. They learn that they are important; they learn that they have something to contribute to you. I feel important when...
by Jaimi Erickson | Oct 6, 2011 | activities, parenting
You do not have to be bored sitting and watching your children play at the playground. There are simple ways to connect the outdoor playtime with simple, fun activities and learning at home too. I tend to look at a visit to the playground as my chance to...
by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 14, 2024 | activities
My very first year of full-time homeschooling was chaotic. I had two preschoolers to wrangle while trying to teach my two older children. The juggling act made me feel overwhelmed daily. Young children have limited attention spans and putting them on a screen to keep...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 25, 2024
Every parent must make the choice about which school or school environment will be best for their child. Education is essential. None of our children can thrive without some form of education in their young years. But what school choice is best? And, what do you do as...