Sometimes, the word “boundaries” inspires a negative connotation. But they don’t exist to make your life worse – as a matter of fact, they make your life infinitely better. It takes practice and determination to set boundaries with your children, but don’t give up. Setting boundaries benefits everyone involved. Establish them early on to set an important precedent for your…

If your child falls between the ages of two and five, they probably actively explore the world around them while learning to share, recognize numbers and letters, and discover their independence. We have put together a few tips that will help you and your child get ready for kindergarten and beyond. 1. Always Follow Through Parents can learn to always…

Not only does reading improve comprehension, it also introduces children to new vocabulary words. Our staff at Lake Forrest Prep suggests you take a look at the following books and add them to your must-read list for the new year. 1. Little Blue Truck’s Springtime Designed for early readers, Little Blue Truck’s Springtime has flaps throughout that hold baby animals…

These days, children are drawn to electronic devices so why not use them as an educational tool? There are plenty of options that are both entertaining and educational. We’ve compiled a list of the top five apps that you can download to any phone or tablet. 1. PBS Kids Daniel Tiger’s Storybooks The Daniel Tiger’s Storybooks app contains interactive stories…