Child Development

The more parents, caregivers, and educators know about Dyslexia, the better. The more we can identify, treat, and even celebrate, the more we will have a stronger nation of readers who feel really good about themselves.  October is Dyslexia Awareness...

Heading this last part of summer in New Hampshire, we're all trying to find ways to beat the heat. Water play is a fantastic option if your child is still uncomfortable in the water, you need an outdoor activity to...

Growing up in the south, swimming was second nature. I joined a swim team, and looked forward to pretending I was a mini Olympian for three months every Summer. When I had kids, I couldn’t wait to spend the...

As a teacher, I sat across from many parents during special education meetings. Back then, I thought I fully grasped what parents were feeling because I fully wanted to be their education partner and I truly cared about their...

I gave my kids an extra squeeze and told them I loved them before I sent them to school today. "Mommy, why are your eyes watering?" My 5 year old daughter asked me. I didn't have it in me...

I’ve been the Lower School Director (preschool through Grade 4) at Berwick Academy for 19 years. My experience teaches me that instructing the ‘whole person’ positively impacts their social and emotional wellbeing. Since the pandemic, focusing on Social-Emotional Learning...

Sometimes, it's time to call in the cavalry. Of course, we mean Seacoast sleep consultants! If your baby is struggling to sleep and you want some tips, tricks, and coping mechanisms, these experts are here to help. Amanda Gilman of...

The first parent-teacher conferences of the year are here! In these initial meetings, students strengths are highlighted and goals are identified. Math learning is discussed. However, do you know much about how your child should learn math? What if...

I held my first pocket knife when I was eight years old. My growing hands held the shiny red gadget in awe. Currently, the same knife is resting comfortably in my pocketbook. My knife taught me lots of life...

We are living in unprecedented times and it feels like crazy-town. Kids and parents alike are working from home, juggling virtual schoolwork, workplace stress, and 8,000 Zoom calls a day. Frankly, we are all doing the best we can.  So,...