Happy Stress Free Kids

Articles, Children

By Lori Lite Founder of Stress Free Kids When I think of happy stress free kids, I have visions of laughing children unbothered by dirtied knees and sweat soaked clothes. Children of all ages playing together, creating and scheming as they chase fireflies to fill...

From Ocean Floor to Classroom Door: Anger Management in the Class

Articles, Back to School, Children

Note to Readers:  Stress and anger management tips in action make my heart sing. I came across this post on how one teacher put Angry Octopus into action in her classroom. It is a dream come true for me when my stories inspire educators to bring emotional coping...

Heads Up Concussion in Youth Sports

Articles, Children

by Shannon Henrici Did You Know that a Concussion Can Change Your Child? There’s no doubt that sports are a great way for kids and teens to stay healthy, as well as learn important leadership and team-building skills. However, there are unacceptable risks in...

12 Ways to Help An Angry Child Manage their Anger

Articles, Children

Note to Readers: As a parent, dealing with an angry child is inevitable and feared by all. Many of us have heard our own pre-parenting voice  whisper to us….”That will never be my kid having a fit like that!”  (Famous last words) Many adults do not...

Imagine a Creative Brain for ALL Children! Early Childhood Development

Articles, Children

Note to Readers: Early childhood development should be a ‘no brainer’ for including imagination and play. Today’s new world of screens in every room and each hand find many parents struggling with limiting screen time, getting kids outdoors, and...

Kids Biting and Hitting and Scratching, “Oh, My!”

Articles, Children

Note to Readers: Kids biting and hitting at school or the playground cause a stressful parenting issue that many of us would rather not have to address. Harsh punishments usually escalate the unwanted behaviors. It is important to understand why a child might hit,...