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WINTER BREAK BINGO!
Gamify Social and Emotional Learning and Have Fun with Your Kids. (link below)
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Winter break is fast approaching, and with it comes the chance to bond, reflect, and grow as a family. To make this time even more fun, I’ve created two Bingo cards focused on building essential skills: Emotions a...
by Noriko Abenojar —
Dec 16, 2024
break
cooperation
emotional
gamify
learning
social
winter
Is Your System Set Up to Increase Independence or Dependence in Your Child?
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1) Am "I" the System?
2) If I’m not present, does the system support my child in completing this task, or does it rely on me being there?
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Every parent wants their child to develop independence, but without realizing it, some "systems" we set up at home may increase dependence instead. When pa...
by Noriko Abenojar —
Dec 09, 2024
avoid power struggles
creating a positive system
independence
Emotional Regulation Through the Holidays
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The holidays bring opportunities to connect with family and create special memories, but they can also be overwhelming for kids and parents. Here are three strategies with examples to help your family navigate the holidays.Â
Focus on the basics:a) In preparation: What can you do to maintain bas...
by Noriko Abenojar —
Nov 24, 2024
emotional regulation
thanksgiving
Understanding the Dangers of Roblox and Other Online Platforms
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In October 2024, a chilling report by Hindenburg Research* ignited the conversation about the online safety of children using the popular game platform Roblox. Roblox is a gaming platform that allows you to play user-created games or create games through Roblox Studio. The report labels Roblox...
by Noriko Abenojar —
Nov 17, 2024
danger
online
roblox
social skills
BE READY for Parent-Teacher Conferences!
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Hello Parenting REdefined Community,Â
As fall parent-teacher conferences approach, it’s a perfect opportunity to connect with your child and their teacher to discuss their g...
Nov 11, 2024
504 plan
goals
iep
parent teacher conferences
recess
social and emotional
social skills
Fall Back to Better Sleep: Sleep help ideas for kids & teens
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The dreaded daylights savings for most--whether we are falling back or springing forward, we cannot escape the disruption of sleep. I want to share a list of strategies and products that may help you through these twice yearly pain in the rear for parents.Â
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1) Sle...
by Noriko Abenojar —
Nov 03, 2024
daylight savings
electronic use at night
noise machine
physical activity
progressive muscle relaxation
sleep apps
sleep help
sleep hygiene
2 Months into the school year---Let's do a friendship check!
Dear Parents,
It's hard to believe we're already two months into the new school year! I know that this time of year brings a mix of emotions, especially as we reflect on how our kids have adapted socially. For children with neurodivergence, the social landscape can be particularly challenging—and...
by Noriko Abenojar —
Oct 27, 2024
friendships
social skills development