by pclark | Dec 13, 2018 | Child Developemnt, STEM, STEM Education
Dungeons and Dragons is having a moment. The long-running role-playing game recently took center stage on the popular Netflix series Stranger Things, and its time in the spotlight seems to be attracting new players. In 2017, D&D saw its top selling year in its...
by pclark | Dec 13, 2018 | Child Developemnt
As an adult, there are probably many days where you’d rank work as your top source of stress. Difficult bosses, unpleasant co-workers, tight deadlines and cranky clients are all things that can ruin your good mood and keep you awake at night. When you think about it,...
by pclark | Nov 13, 2018 | Child Developemnt, STEM
Autumn has officially arrived … finally. Some people are sad to see summer come to an end – even though it unofficially wrapped up once school resumed. Whether you are one of those who looks forward to each new season or one who looks back sadly at the season just...
by pclark | Nov 13, 2018 | Child Developemnt
Some anxiety is normal. We all experience anxiety on some level in the course of a normal day. As adults it may come from rushing to get kids to school on time, navigating a busy grocery store or meeting a deadline at work. For kids it may come from worrying about a...
by pclark | Oct 17, 2018 | Child Developemnt, STEM, STEM Education
Just about everyone agrees: Toys and activities that promote effort and imagination will truly engage a child’s excitement and curiosity. That is one reason why many parents are taking another look at games, puzzles, construction toys, and after-school programs that...
by pclark | Feb 17, 2018 | Child Developemnt
All conscientious parents wish to instill a sense of confidence in their children. That isn’t always easy in the uncertain world we live in, but it should be a goal for forward-thinking moms and dads. And studies show certain parenting techniques can be especially...
