Have you virtually “met” Deborah at the Teach Preschool blog? Her fun space is packed with recommendations on life with preschool-aged children, from behaviour, to nutrition, to educational materials, and more.

KidsLaughingA recent post on helping preschoolers to resolve conflict seems especially relevant now that it’s summertime and siblings are home in the house together during the day. Deborah gives advice about how to help children resolve interpersonal issues without always needing to run to Mommy for help!

Her excellent tips address:

  • learning to talk it out
  • expressing feelings in a helpful way
  • creating conflict-free environments

Check out the full article here.

Sarah Forrest is a Reading Specialist for Oxford Learning Solutions, publishers of the Easyread System. Easyread is an innovative online program for struggling readers that uses visual phonics to help children catch up to their peers. www.easyreadsystem.com