Kids Connect Social Skills Training

16/04/2017

Life long benefits of focusing on social and emotional skills

Turns out, sharing really is caring.

10/01/2017

A great morning, with 9 young clients starting our Kids Connect schoolreadiness group this morning. So much energy in the room ! And so much fun. Here's an article with some really good ideas and further links focusing on some of the skills we'll be working on over the next two weeks.

Social Skills Concerns for Children with Developmental, Learning & Sensory Processing Challenges. Includes Strategies and resources that are aimed at promoting a child’s cooperation, flexibility, self-regulation, confidence, self-esteem, and ability to communicate feelings and emotions.

29/11/2016

"Learning how to form successful peer relationships is a critical skill for kids, and one that they will be using—and refining—all their lives."

Learning how to form successful peer relationships is a critical skill for kids, and one that they will be using—and refining—all their lives.

21/11/2016

Some good ideas here.....although understanding idioms is not something we think are "core" skills like listening and taking turns

Reading and understanding social cues don't come easy for children with special needs. Here are 12 activities that you can do with your child to help.

12/11/2015

Parents play a key role in teaching children about healthy friendships and supporting them through the inevitable pain of toxic ones. Ideas for the "frenemy" problems.

What to do when friendship is used as a weapon

08/08/2015

You’ve taken the time to set up a playdate. You found a potential friend, you invited them to play at your house or at a playground and things are going really well. Then, something unexpected happens. Maybe it’s an argument, yelling, or even hitting (eek!!). What do you do?

24/07/2015

You can help your child learn these 5 key social rules

Learn about social rules and expectations for children with a learning or attention issue, such as ADHD. Practicing social skills can be beneficial for your child with social difficulties.

17/07/2015

Help your child learn personal space

20/06/2015

Four steps to joining into play

An expert shares four steps you can practice to help your child learn how and when to pipe up.

13/04/2015

Some great advice for the start of the school holidays

In today's Aha! Parenting Weekly......21 Tips to Prevent Sibling Fighting.....Helping children with fears and phobias....Preventing tantrums.....Virtual Book Tour Schedule