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A Principal's Perspective on Raising Happy Kids

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Simple suggestions to help build empathy and kindness in your child

August 15, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Friendship, Gratitude, Happiness, Positive Behaviour, Values

Read the blog to find out how to build empathy and compassion in your child.

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Time to remind yourself that being a parent is a wonderful experience

August 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Children, Communication, Emotions, Experiences, Family, Gratitude, Happiness, Laughter, Memories, Parenting, Positive Behaviour

A reminder to cherish the wonders of being a parent.

August 01, 2023 /Gail Smith /Source

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Nine Proactive Strategies for Fostering Mental Health in Children

August 01, 2023 by Gail Smith in Behaviour, Children, Communication, Emotions, Gratitude, Happiness, Friendship, Laughter, Parenting, Positive Behaviour, Relax

Here are nine ways to foster and sustain your child’s mental health and well-being.

August 01, 2023 /Gail Smith /Source

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Keeping perspective on what is important

June 27, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Children, Communication, Emotions, Gratitude, Happiness, Memories, Parenting

Time goes so quickly with children, here are a few reminders to cherish the smaller moments.

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Be confident as a parent you have what it takes

April 28, 2023 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Behaviour, Children, Emotions, Family, Gratitude, Learning, Parenting, Positive Behaviour

This blog shares a few parenting tips on feeling and growing confident in being the best parent possible.

April 28, 2023 /Gail Smith /Source

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Children can start thinking about bringing Christmas cheer to others

December 21, 2022 by Gail Smith in Appreciation, Children, Christmas, creative, Family, Gratitude, Happiness, Parenting, School Holidays

Christmas is the most wonderful time of year, here are parenting tips that can help your child spread Christmas cheer.

December 21, 2022 /Gail Smith /Source

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You have produced a book that contains specific ways in helping young children, families, teachers, and others toward the goal of raising happy children.
I find it a reminder for adults to take a look at ourselves and revue the lessons we may have forgotten in the turmoil of living.
Wise and well done, Gail.
Nadine M