Parenting is the toughest job in the world and social media’s onslaught of info makes the job even tougher. The Wiggle Room is a resource offering practical, time-tested strategies for helping parents be the best they can be. And it all starts with peek-a-boo!
Life has a way of delivering a teachable, and unexpected, moment right to our doorstep (in this story, the doorstep is an airplane). One of those moments happened to me…
Twenty-first century parents live in a world where parenting advice changes almost as quickly as the latest social media trends and influencers. For those who care for young children, however,…
What is kindness? In my book, kindness is a state of being that requires a degree of selflessness, as in acts of generosity without expecting a reward; the ability to…
At the moment, I’m very into great children’s books. I dream about them. I wish I could write a great one. And I talk to parents about them. Wondering why…
In a previous story, I offered ideas about how to play with your child. Now I’d like to explore how children learn. I know this is a biggie, but I’ve…
There are three main types of parenting styles: permissive, authoritarian, and authoritative. In my work with young children, I have observed parents and other family members engaging in each approach,…
As an educator for the past 20 years, working in classrooms and homes, I’ve learned a lot about how to engage with a child. I’d like to pass some ideas…
Singer and songwriter Laurie Berkner is known internationally for her work as a children’s music artist. Berkner plays guitar and sings lead vocals in the Laurie Berkner Band, along with pianist…