What's a Tween? Milestones for children aged 9, 10, 11, and 12
A tween is a child aged 8-12 years old. Short for "between" because they aren't little kids, but they aren't teenagers yet either. When we start asking questions about children this age, the conversation usually turns to puberty, but they are so much more than their hormones and changing bodies.
My child HATES reading | top 3 tips to get your reluctant reader to love books
Is your child a reluctant reader? They whine when itβs time to read or they only read one book. This video gives you simple tips to get your child to love reading, Whether they are 6 or 16, these tips will help your child become a confident, voracious reader!
Milestones for children aged 6, 7, and 8 years old
From ages 0-5 we hear a lot about milestones, but somewhere around school age, people stop talking about them. The responsibility and concern gets handed over to teachers and specialists. This information is not shared as widely with parents.
How long is a child's attention span by age
Find out how long your child can sustain attention based on their age.
Free Download: Parent Teacher Conference Checklist
You asked for it! Based on my most popular video, this checklist will help you get the most out of your parent teacher conference. A must have if you're meeting with your child's teacher!
3 tips to throw the perfect class party | school holiday party inspiration
After 10 years in the classroom, Natalie knows a thing or two about class parties. Listen to these hilarious horror stories as she shares tips for the perfect class party. Perfect if youβre planning a class party or just want to laugh at her mistakes.
π Does my child need a tutor?
3 signs it's time to hire a tutor
My Picks for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
Stock up on essentials and kick off your holiday shopping with these great deals!
Ask a Teacher: Q&A with Primary Focus Parent Teacher Conference, Teacher Birthday Gift, Volunteering
Learn how to make parent-teacher conferences productive, choose thoughtful teacher birthday gifts, and find the best volunteering opportunities in Charlotte CMS, magnet, and private schools. Expert advice from Primary Focus to help parents support their childβs education journey.
Banned Books Week 2023
For Banned Books Week, Natalie plays a game to guess why 5 children's books have been banned. Can you guess the answer?
π 5 fall holidays to teach your kids about that aren't Halloween
Happy fall! Autumn is a time of year loved around the world. Here, stateside we usually hear about Halloween and Thanksgiving, but there are so many unique festivals celebrated this time of year. If you're already tired of hearing about "spooky scary skeletons" this is for you!