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Anyone can experience stress, even children. Whether it’s an upcoming test, a tough moment in their friendships or the general growing pains of growing up, it’s completely normal for children to experience stress. When they do, it’s important that they have a toolbox of healthy coping mechanisms to help them manage it. Here are a few age-appropriate stress management techniques…
Organization is one of the most valuable skills a student can develop. Like any skill, it has to be taught and practiced. A child who knows where their supplies and papers are, as well as which assignments are due and when, is usually less stressed and more confident walking into class each day. Organization also helps your child avoid the…
A child’s mental health is the foundation of their overall development. It informs how they learn, grow, establish healthy friendships, build resilience, navigate challenges and just about everything else. As complex as mental health is, supporting your child’s emotional well-being doesn’t require a psychology degree. All it takes is a little intention and consistency. Here are some ways you can…
When school’s in session, it’s easy for children to stay in touch with their friends. After all, they have plenty of opportunities to see and hang out with them throughout the school day, whether that’s in class, at lunch or during recess. While summer break is one of the most fun times for kids, with the long, lazy days and…
Music brings people together and also can benefit those learning about it. For school-aged children, learning a musical instrument helps them emotionally, mentally and socially. Here are a few more benefits to learning a musical instrument. Musical instruments teach patience Learning how to play a musical instrument takes time and patience. There is a lot of time and energy that…
After school activities can be hectic for busy parents. Keeping your child entertained without technology can be hard, but it is possible. We’ve gathered five of our favorite after-school activities that are sure to entertain your kid. Trying Yoga Yoga has been proven to increase flexibility, muscle strength, and mental health for people of all ages. This is a great…
Math can be a hard subject for kids to master. There are a lot of concepts that involve relational properties that may go over some children’s heads. When beginning to learn about math, children need to be supported and have the tools at home to succeed. Read on to learn about ways you can support your child in learning about…
As life starts to return back to normal, it is still crucial to disinfect high traffic areas in order to keep your family safe. Even under normal circumstances, disinfecting high traffic areas can prevent everything from viruses to fungi to bacteria. Here’s which parts of your home you should be cleaning frequently. Disinfecting The CDC recommends disinfecting the house using…
Parents Corner is a glimpse into life at Lake Forrest Preparatory School. Follow along throughout the school year in our Parents Corner blog as we take you through a year at LFPS. When I was a kid, like around kindergarten age, I was the coolest. Not because of my G.I. Joe lunchbox or because I could hang upside down on…
Failure can be difficult to deal with at any age. Whether it’s failing a test or missing the mark in a presentation, life is full of challenges. What’s important is to turn those challenges into opportunities to learn and grow. Lake Forrest Prep, an Orlando private school, wants to encourage your child to never give up. Make a Plan Trying…
