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20/12/2022

Is your child full of questions about puberty, but unwilling or unsure of how to ask? One of these books may be just what you need to help them successfully navigate this phase of their life.

Before you know it, your little baby will be entering a stage in life when his or her body is developing into a young adult. While we all know it's a natural, normal part of life, parents often feel awkward and uncomfortable explaining to their sons and daughters what is happening to their bodies. I...

16/12/2022

Check out our list of top math workbooks to help your kids achieve their scholastic potential!

Help your children succeed throughout the school year by supplementing their curriculum lessons. Math practice and repetition is essential for strengthening a fundamental understanding and memory of math facts. These top workbooks engage kids with easy-to-follow lessons, colorful illustrations, and....

11/12/2022

Learn why kids benefit from playing chess beyond just winning a game. A new chess set is also a great gift idea for the holidays!

Chess is a game of strategy. It requires a player to make a series of decisions that are influenced by their opponent's possible moves. Kids who play chess learn to plan ahead and assess their options, improve concentration and enhance their visual memory. Tactics used in chess develops logic and cr...

21/11/2022

Family meals are important for children's health and well-being. Bring your family together this holiday and keep it going for many years to come.

A quick summary of hand-picked articles to help parents stay informed and find the right information to raise happy, successful kids. Motherly Life Notes Source Rigorous Academic and Activities Schedules Derail Family Time Gathering together for meals is an ideal time for parents to connect with the...

13/11/2022

Kids who are resilient have an easier time navigating obstacles and extract more joy from their daily life.

Children's lives are not stress-free. Many kids are in school for up to 8 hours a day, plus time in extracurricular activities. They meet new friends in new environments and interact with many adults throughout the school day. Kids study problem sets, take tests, and follow a schedule that they have...

12/11/2022

Stay informed with a quick read about why students with high emotional intelligence achieve higher academic scores than their peers.

Motherly Life Notes Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage emotions. Students with higher emotional intelligence skills achieve better grades and standardized test scores compared with their peers who score lower in emotional intelligence. Emotional Intelligence Skills and Be...

10/11/2022

Digital devices impact child brain development. Is the use of mobile phones affecting your kids' social skills? The answer is most probably yes. Let's do something about it!

Motherly Life Notes Parents' acceptance and contribution to their children's use of mobile phones has changed the way kids develop social skills. While parents may argue in support of either the pros or cons, it is hard to deny that the cultural shift is irreversible. It's important to understand th...

09/11/2022

It’s a difficult time when your child has been upset at school. We provide some suggested actions to take - as well as which actions to avoid - if your child dislikes a teacher or is having trouble in class.

Do you know how to react if your child dislikes the teacher? It's a difficult time when you realize your child has been upset at school. And it can be tough to find out what really happened. Children have limited vocabularies and often make generic statements like "the teacher wasn't nice." To find....

02/11/2022

Help Your Kids Develop Social Skills
Children develop social skills through listening, talking, reading, and interacting with others. The books on this list are great resources to support parents who want to help their kids understand emotions, make friends, and learn about social norms.

Children develop social skills through listening, talking, reading, and interacting with others. Parents are responsible for providing the guidance and activities to ensure kids experience these interactions. The books included in this list are great resources to support parents in that regard. They...

30/10/2022

A quick read on helping kids develop emotional intelligence.

Motherly Life Notes We highly recommend this article published by TEDEd. It reminds me of when our kids were in daycare. The teachers often chanted "You get what you get and you don't get upset!" Every time I heard that, it made me cringe. I never understood the benefit of

23/10/2022

If your children act impulsively or need tools to manage anger, frustration, or impatience, check out this short list of kid friendly games and books. We selected these fun, interactive games because they help children learn how to cope with negative thoughts and feelings. And with higher emotional intelligence comes greater levels of happiness!

Social and emotional management skills are learned through experiences and interactions with others. These books, toys and games are a fun way for parents to help their children recognize feelings and cope with emotions. They have been selected by our staff for two key reasons: an underlying focus o...

15/10/2022

A short list of the best toys to help your preschoolers prepare to take a successful big next step into elementary school!

Help your children prepare for their first year in elementary school. These amazing toys are engaging, interactive and fun for kids. They are also loved by parents because of the underlying educational themes. These toys and books help young children learn to recognize numbers, count, write, recite....

14/10/2022

Do your kids love math? Learn more about math circles!

Motherly Life Notes What exactly is a math circle? A math circle is an in-person or virtual learning space where students explore and discuss ways of thinking about challenging questions. Participants develop deeper problem solving and mathematical thinking skills. Learn How to Think Outside the Box...

26/09/2022

Attention parents of students who excel at math! Review this post to learn about great math competitions.

Mathematics competitions are aimed primarily at advanced students in middle and high school. The contests are designed to promote problem-solving and analytics skills. Although generally held in-person at local schools, there are certain online contests as well as exams that accept kids who are not....

13/09/2022

Do you want to help your kids learn math? We found some great free and printable math flashcards and worksheets that you should check out!
https://www.motherly.life/math-resources/

08/09/2022

What exactly is the SAT? Help your kids learn more about the writing and math sections, and how to understand the score report.
https://www.motherly.life/understand-the-sat/

What Exactly Is The SAT? The SAT is a globally-recognized standardized test that assesses a student's readiness and likelihood of success in college. The test measures competency and skill level in applying knowledge across three core academic categories: (i) reading, (ii) writing, and (iii) math. H...

02/09/2022

Do you need a good book to read with your youngest children? Take a look through this list of our favorites! Reading to young children sets them on a path toward a love of independent reading and a successful future. Let us know what you think of this list!
https://www.motherly.life/our-favorite-books-for-kids-aged-0-4

As parents think about how to set their children on a path toward success, reading should be a priority. It's a critical component of daily life, from a simple task list, to navigating road signs, to negotiating the purchase contract on a new home. As a young student, children must learn to

25/08/2022

Talk with your children! 🥰 Research shows that back and forth conversation is critical to brain development.
https://www.motherly.life/parent-child-conversation-is-key-to-brain-development/

Motherly Life Notes MIT scientists found that adult-child conversation changes the child's brain. Conversation accounts for a significant portion of the brain physiology and language skills in children. The research found that this is true regardless of the family's socioeconomic status. There is a....

16/08/2022

Are you searching for a great music or performing arts class for your kids? Try our free directories! Filter by activity, age and other specific criteria to find the best fit for your family.

And if you have a chance, we welcome your feedback to continue improving our site. Motherly Life is committed to discovering information and resources to help parents raise happy kids.

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Find the best schools, activities and classes for your kids! Motherly Life is the ultimate directory, built by parents for parents.

13/08/2022

Help your kids learn to love reading! Reading makes a difference in academic performance so let's encourage our children to read anything and everything, whether it's the phone book or the back of a cereal box.
https://www.motherly.life/help-your-kids-learn-to-love-reading/

Leisure reading makes a difference in children's educational performance. Independent readers develop a broad vocabulary, better comprehension skills, and increased understanding of the world. Help your child get off to a great start. Read aloud to your child. Talk about the characters, pictures and...

11/08/2022

Are your young kids reluctant to spend time reading? Try one of these amazing graphic novels. Hand-picked by Motherly Life staff for captivating story, vibrant illustrations and fun characters.
https://www.motherly.life/these-graphic-novels-are-great-for-young-children-and-reluctant-readers/

Graphic novels are amazing books for kids of all ages. While these books are part comic and part novel, they are 100% captivating. Children love the humorous adventures and vibrant illustrations. Importantly, kids are less intimidated by graphic novels because there is less text and the pages are fi...

09/08/2022

Children's lives are not stress-free. Here are a few tips to help raise resilient kids.
https://www.motherly.life/how-to-raise-resilient-kids/

Children's lives are not stress-free. Many kids are in school for up to 8 hours a day, plus time in extracurricular activities. They meet new friends in new environments and interact with many adults throughout the school day. Kids study problem sets, take tests, and follow a schedule that they have...

06/08/2022

Are your kids starting Kindergarten or going to a new school?
Here are some wonderful books you can read aloud together. These are great conversation starters. You can discuss how the characters in the books overcame their concerns about school and help your kids build confidence to have a successful year!
https://www.motherly.life/great-books-to-help-children-begin-the-new-school-year/

The start of a new school year brings out lots of emotions. Your child will meet new teachers and new friends, and for some a new town and a whole new school. We compiled a list of great books to read with your elementary school aged children as they get ready to go back to