The Demeter School

I’ve said it before. Communication between parent and teacher is so crucial for a child to thrive in any school setting. It does not take much for you to drop a line here and there to find out how things are going, express concerns, and follow up with any developmental issues.
Another way you can carry […]

Filed under: General, Infant development, Toddler development, Preschool Development, Primary Years on February 27th, 2007 | No Comments »

Children grow at different rates. Cognitive, Physical, Social, and Language skills can vary from child to child.
If you have ever been worried that your child is not developing appropriately in any specific area, before seeking professional help, read the developmental milestones of the whole child. This will give you insight on some specific things your […]

Filed under: General, Infant development, Toddler development, Preschool Development on February 6th, 2007 | No Comments »

When most think of the term “special needs” they think learning delays, behavior issues, or physical disabilities. The important idea to remember is that gifted children have their own set of special needs.
Many gifted children do not get the attention they need (and deserve) and are not being challenged to discover their true potential.
An article […]

Filed under: General, Preschool Development on January 25th, 2007 | No Comments »

“I want toys please!”
I am sure all of you have heard this line before, no matter where children are in your life. The truth is, toys are part of a child’s balanced diet. Toys can improve cognitive abilities, social-emotional awareness, fine and gross motor skills, verbal skills, and a child’s imagination.
In Choosing Appropriate Toys and […]

Filed under: General, Infant development, Toddler development, Preschool Development on January 23rd, 2007 | No Comments »