Navigating the Tween Years: A Guide for Parents

Raising a tween, those children caught between the innocence of childhood and the independence of the teenage years, is a journey through a landscape filled with new challenges and opportunities for growth. This critical age range of eight to twelve is marked by profound changes: the onset of puberty, the deepening of friendships, potential conflicts, and the introduction to digital realms that can feel like a leap into adulthood.

Here are essential conversations to guide your tween through these transformative years, inspired by insights from “What’s My Tween Thinking?” by child clinical psychologist Dr. Angharad Rudkin and parenting author Tanith Carey.

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You’re Not Alone: How to Stand Up Against Bullying

Bullying is a serious issue in schools and communities around the world. It can leave deep emotional scars and affect your sense of safety and self-worth. However, remember this – you are not alone, and there are ways to stand up against bullying. Understand What Bullying Is Bullying is not just about physical altercations. It…

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Teaching Language Using the Total Physical Response

What is the Total Physical Response (TPR)? TPR is derived from the same methods used to develop our language skills as children. Parents will often combine words with gestures and objects, connecting their vocabulary with whole body actions when teaching their child what something means. First developed by James Asher, a professor of psychology at…

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