by Karen Disney | Jan 7, 2020 | Child Development, Parent Resources, Parenting Tips
It starts with the little things, like helping scrub potatoes or put their socks in a drawer, and it builds. Soon, your little one is not so little and they’re actually helping with dinner, not just “helping” with dinner. They’re putting away their laundry and then...
by Karen Disney | Dec 17, 2019 | Character Development, Parent Resources, Parenting Tips
Your child just tied her shoes, crossed the monkey bars, showed you a drawing, or helped carry in the grocery bags. If you’re like many parents out there, the words “good job” just bubbled to the surface and came out of your mouth before you had a...
by Karen Disney | Nov 12, 2019 | Character Development, Parent Resources, Parenting Tips
If you’ve ever had a hobby or pastime that you did just because it made you feel good, and there was no prize or other compensation at the end, then you can recall how internal motivation feels. It feels pretty good, right? Well, you’ve probably also had...
by Karen Disney | Aug 6, 2019 | Child Development, Parent Resources, Parenting Tips
Did you know that it’s possible to motivate children without praise and reward systems, like sticker charts, prizes, or treats? Have you heard that rewards and praise work immediately, but lose their effectiveness over time? What if there was a better way to...
