Supporting Children’s Emotional Training Wheels on Their Path to Autonomy

Moving from the familiar, what’s known, to the unfamiliar, what’s new and not yet known, involves change – resulting in growth. Growth is a constant battle of gain and loss – a kind of tug of war between losing what

This Spring, Co-Regulate with Nature

We could all use an extra dose of sunshine and fresh air to shake off the last remnants of winter and feel more like ourselves again! Being cooped up inside for too long can certainly take a toll on your

Big Feelings, Big Hearts: The Pros and Cons of Being a Highly Sensitive Parent

I recently shared with Good Housekeeping my thoughts on the pros and cons of being a highly sensitive parent. We so often talk about managing our own emotions before we can model and guide children through theirs that it can

Housman Learning Blog

Read the latest from Dr. Donna Housman and the Housman Learning Team

The Ultimate Guide to Talking About Tough Topics with Young Children
Infants’ and Toddlers’ Mental Health Matters, And It Begins With Yours
Making the Most of Storytime: Using Children's Books to Teach Emotional Intelligence
Mental Health of Students & Teachers Must Come First
Begin to ECSEL | Talking to Kids About Emotions Using Causal Talk & Causal Talk in the Emotional Experience
Resolve to Be Present for the Children in Your Lives
5 Tips for Teaching and Practicing Gratitude with Children Every Day
Lesson Ideas-Providing Consistency Between Home & School for Kids
Providing Consistency Between Home and School for Children
Embracing the Process with Child-Led Activities
Loss and Death: Storytelling is a Powerful Tool to Help Children Process Intense Experiences and Emotions
The Power of Reflective Practice in Early Childhood Education - Part V: Everyday Tips for Tapping Into Your Best Self
Off to School We Go – With a House of Support and Confidence
The Power of Reflective Practice in Early Childhood Education - Part IV: Helping Parents Tap into Their Best Selves
The Magic of a Great Early Childhood Educator
Let’s Get to Work…and Play!
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