What If Summer Boredom Is Actually Good for Your Child?

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A young child with curly blonde hair sits on a picnic blanket outdoors, holding an open storybook while a brown teddy bear sits nearby

Key Takeaway Summer boredom happens when kids lose school structure and face too many choices without knowing how to navigate free time independently. Kids with ADHD experience boredom differently due to lower dopamine levels that make time feel slower and increase their need for stimulation. Traditional activity lists fail because they ignore each child’s unique…

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Social Emotional Development Milestones: What to Expect Ages 2-6

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Two young children sitting together and playing with colorful toys

Key takeaway Emotional awareness is internal (recognizing feelings), while social-emotional skills are action-oriented (using emotions to navigate relationships). Social-emotional skills include five core competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and decision-making. Two-year-olds may express big feelings through tantrums; parents can help by naming feelings, offering comfort during meltdowns, and using books to discuss emotions.…

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