In Part 1 we introduced the topic of sharing by discussing motivation and some basic means of teaching sharing. From modeling sharing behavior in front of children and pointing it out when you witness it in others to positively affirming sharing behavior when you see the child engage in it, you’ll probably be well on […]
Parenting
Child Care Tips – Teaching Life Skills: Sharing, Part 1
Sharing is definitely an important life skill, when it comes to getting along with others. Children will not only utilize this skill throughout their childhood, but they’ll also reap reward throughout adulthood, both socially and professionally, if they learn to share well. For young children, learning to share can definitely be a challenge; however, this […]
Keep a Trick Up Your Sleeve with Maxtrix Kids Furniture
Many successful companies owe long-term success to a combination of hard work, luck, and something a little less talked about: serendipity. The coffee giant, Starbucks, has had a storied history of incorporating unique strategies in order to promote their continued success. The same kind of creative innovation that fueled the corporation’s reinvention of the coffee […]
Gifts for Young Dancers: Dance-Themed Toys from Melissa & Doug
Well known for their well-made wooden toys, toy company Melissa and Doug® has produced a surprising number of dance-themed toys. These Melissa and Doug products can help toddlers and young children foster an appreciation for dance that extends beyond the studio. Dance-Themed Puzzles Puzzles help build early problem-solving skills as well as coordination, and Melissa […]
Gifts for Young Dancers: Print that’s On Pointe
If you’re looking for inspiration for the dancer in your life, you might want to check out these magazines and novels to help encourage her on her journey. Pointe Magazine Whether you’re looking for inspiration from other dancers, warm-up ideas, tips for technique, audition information, or extra training opportunities, Pointe magazine provides an ideal window […]
Top 3 Household Hazards for Kids
We all realize we shouldn’t keep medications accessible or have sharp objects within reach, but it’s not always the most obvious things that pose the greatest risks. Some seemingly innocuous, extremely common household items can pose unexpected safety risks for the little people in your life. Whether you’re a parent yourself or occasionally care for […]
Are Your Dancers Getting Enough Sleep?
Did you know that the National Sleep Foundation has found that most children require 9 to 14 hours every 24 hours, depending on their age. Enough sleep also means healthy sleep, which produces a well-rested individual. Healthy sleep impacts both physical and intellectual development, both of which are necessary for high levels of achievement in […]
3 Levels of Options for Your Maxtrix Bed
The Bedroom Source offers many children’s bedroom sets that come with an abundance of options — options ranging from bed style and storage piece selection to finish color and hardware style. But none of the other sets we carry or have ever seen elsewhere in over 20 years in the children’s furniture business can hold […]
Bunk Beds: The Minivans of Children’s Furniture, Part 2
As we discussed in Part 1, many parents know that having children too young or not coordinated enough to climb up and down a ladder to a top bunk can be hazardous, which is precisely why we carry a variety of bed-climbing options for both our bunk beds and loft beds. Many of our most […]
Bunk Beds: The Minivans of Children’s Furniture, Part 1
While bunk beds aren’t the only way to maximize space and allow multiple children to share a bedroom comfortably, they’re definitely a go-to bed style for that purpose. Like minivans, bunk beds have become an almost cliché part of life for multi-child families. Some people wholeheartedly embrace them and choose the ones with all the […]