Mary Sheedy Kurcinka Ed.D and Lynn Jessen MA
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Why Won't My Child Listen To Me?
What are you supposed to do when you ask your child to turn off electronics, come to eat, pick up toys, get dressed, get in the car or do their homework but instead of doing it, they either ignore you, or start to argue?
More infoThe Shift to Daylight Saving Time Continues to Torment
Whining increased? Meltdowns over seemingly insignificant issues pooling on your kitchen floor? Does it seem as though your child’s communication system has deteriorated to one phrase - “No! You are not the boss of me.”
More infoWords to Use When You Want Your Child to Transition from One Activity, Thing or Place to Another
The day is full of transitions. A transition is defined as a shift or change from one place, thing, condition, or activity to another. Whether it is getting dressed in the morning, turning off electronics, stopping play to come to eat, getting in or out of the car, or leaving a friend’s house your words can help your child shift smoothly – at least most of the time. WORDS TO USE TO SUCCESSFULLY TRANSITION
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