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Here’s how to foster a growth mindset in your child by focusing on effort, learning from failure, and avoiding the traps of overpraise.

It doesn’t feel quite like spring here in Vancouver, but I’m hopeful it’s coming. Though the temperatures don’t show it, spring -to me at least- is synonymous with spring cleaning, and with brighter days and cherry blossoms appearing, I have been clearing out clutter and creating fresh space in my home and out in the garden. Spring cleaning around the home is common in many households. Being in a pleasant and clean space can calm you and put you in good spirits. Thinking with

It didn't seem too long ago when we were wrapping up the school year in June and anticipating the summer holidays. In the blink of an eye, we are getting ready to go back to school. Some of us have already started classes. Yikes! Already? Whether you are looking forward to or dreading back to school, here are some tips to help you and your family gently transition back to the routines and mindset of school. Tip 1: Breathe Let’s face it. Mornings are pretty stressful for us pa

Habits, we all have them. Defined as “acquired patterns of behaviour that are regularly repeated until they become almost involuntary”, habits can help us lead a better lifestyle, whether it is to become healthier, smarter, or meet physical and emotional needs. At the same time, habits can also hinder us from our goals. Whether good or bad, understanding how these behaviours become acquired patterns is key to controlling them. Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit , pr

Report cards are an integral part of the education system. Over the years, reporting practices in many provinces and states have changed as

Communicating effectively with pre-teens can be a challenge. So what can we do to keep our lines of communication open? Learn 3 strategies.