Raising Resilient Kids

Even the most loving parents can unintentionally send mixed messages to their children. In this post, I share two real-life stories from my years in the classroom that reveal how good intentions, like offering choice or celebrating success, can sometimes miss the mark. By listening closely and zooming out, we can better align our intentions with the messages our children actually receive. If you’ve ever second-guessed a parenting decision, this one’s for you.

The world in which our children are growing up is changing faster than ever. As parents, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the decisions you face each day, especially when the stakes feel higher than they did when we were kids. However, alongside the challenges, there’s also more support, knowledge, and tools available to help raise confident, adaptable children for whatever the future holds. In this post, we explore how to prepare your child to thrive in a world that’s co

By Kellie Smith | Little Learning Table As a teacher with over fifteen years of experience working with hundreds of children and...