by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 14, 2015 | activities
Teaching children to learn letters and numbers does not always require a pencil or other writing tool. We tried to write the alphabet with cotton swab painting idea. Even my second child who is a bit more resistant to try out learning activities was interested...
by Jaimi Erickson | Aug 18, 2013 | parenting
I have been asked frequently by readers, “Should I send my child to Preschool? Is preschool worth it?” Having taught Preschool and also waited to send my son to school until much later than most moms I know, I can offer a few factors to consider when deciding to...
by Jaimi Erickson | Aug 8, 2013 | activities
My kids were playing with their toy animals a lot. I noticed that my toddler already knew the animal names, and my oldest was nearly at reading age. In the midst of one of their pretend play sessions, I asked them if they wanted to make name tags for the animals. They...
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...
