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Play is Work and Work is Play
“Play extends beyond the learning and development of cognitive, physical, language, social, and literacy skills; it is the ideal opportunity for children to thrive.” What You’ll Learn What is play? Why is play important? What does play look like at SolBe? How can I...
Nurturing a Growth Mindset for Young Children
"You play a significant role in your child’s development and can have a powerful impact on their mindset.” What You’ll Learn What is a growth vs. fixed mindset? What are the benefits of a growth mindset? When and how do I nurture a growth mindset for my child? How can...
The Truth about Parenting: Being a Thriving Parent
"We do what we can with the knowledge we have. No form of parenting is the “right” one." What You’ll Learn Is there a "right" way to parent? What are parenting styles, and why are they important to consider? What is a thriving parent, and how can I be one? I was going...
Reflective Learning: 10 Meaningful Questions to Replace “How Was School Today?”
“Reflective learning encourages children to take charge of their own learning and increases their success in all areas of development, including self-regulation, conflict resolution, planning, and even literacy.” What You’ll Learn What is reflective learning? How does...
Using Your Voice Effectively: Intentional & Positive Phrases to Use With Your Child
“When children engage in challenging behaviors, we tend to use our language as a means to discipline and control; instead, we should be promoting children’s well-being, growth, and autonomy through intentional and positive language.” What You’ll Learn What is...
(Towards) Positive Behaviors: 9 Strategies for Parents and Caregivers
“The belief that children are capable individuals who have the potential to become socially and emotionally competent is the foundation for successfully guiding children towards positive behaviors.” What You’ll Learn What are positive behavior strategies? How do...
(Beyond) Challenging Behaviors: 9 Strategies for Parents & Caregivers
"You are the parent of a young child who is developing the skills to regulate their emotions, and they will be successful in doing so all because of your support." What You’ll Learn What are challenging behaviors? What do challenging behaviors say about your child? ...
4 Tricks to Ease Transitions Back to Preschool or Daycare
My mum still tells the story of my first grade teacher Mrs. Page pulling her out of the bushes at my elementary school as she hid; trying to sneak a peek to confirm I was ok. “Out of the bushes, Mary...she is fine” Mrs. Page kindly reassured. Transitions are...
3 Strategies to Navigate a Massive Toddler Tantrum
How AMAZING would it feel to publicly tantrum the way a three-year-old (“three-nager”) does? I recently watched my niece throw herself on the ground (lashing all around), kicking, and screaming at a decibel that could rouse an entire neighborhood. As the fifteenth or...
Social Emotional Learning Part Six: Teaching Empathy to Inspire Change
Please find below our daily SolBe Family update letter containing helpful resources and exciting projects to explore while we all do our part to stay home during this pandemic. Subscribe here to receive updates. June 26, 2020 In this final piece of our six-part...
Social Emotional Learning Part Five: Teaching Growth Mindset to Inspire Change
Please find below our daily SolBe Family update letter containing helpful resources and exciting projects to explore while we all do our part to stay home during this pandemic. Subscribe here to receive updates. June 23, 2020 SolBe Families, Making mistakes can be...
The Garden Project: Interview with Reyna
Please find below our daily SolBe Family update letter containing helpful resources and exciting projects to explore while we all do our part to stay home during this pandemic. Subscribe here to receive updates. June 22, 2020 SolBe Families, Ms. Reyna shares why the...
