The Children’s Museum of Richmond and Commonwealth Parenting welcome author Nancy Carlsson-Paige in an exclusive speaking engagement on Friday, October 18th, 2013 as they celebrate their merger and debut a new speaker’s series entitled “Lunch and Learn,” which will present leading experts in the field of child and parent education. Drawing from her professional work with […]
“P” is for Play (Parents/Caregivers of Children Birth to 6 yrs). 9am. Delivered by Commonwealth Parenting. When parents, caregivers and teachers observe their children or join them in child-led play, they are given a unique opportunity to see the world through the eyes of a child. Allowing children to use their creativity to engage and […]
Beyond Time Out (Parents of Children 5-9 yrs). 6pm. Delivered by Commonwealth Parenting. Helping our kids learn to behave is one of our biggest challenges as parents. One of our primary roles with our children is to be a teacher. Learn the tricks and the science of teaching children to manage their own behavior. Understand […]
Words that Work with Preschoolers 2-4 yrs. 6pm. Delivered by Commonwealth Parenting. It’s not just what you say, but how you say it that gets results. Learn more effective communication skills that will stip undesirable behavior and encourage cooperation. Get tips to avoid power struggles. Instructor: Michelle Johnston
The Nature of Boys (Parents of Boys from Birth-9 yrs). 6:30pm. Delivered by Commonwealth Parenting. Discuss the joys and challenges of raising boys. This class is all about boys; how they think, what drives their behavior and how to create environments for success at home and school. Discuss development, the effects of media, school success, communication, […]
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Have an event to add to our calendar? Email us at kate@richmondmom.com! Don’t miss our mega-listing of Richmond Summer Camp 2013 options for kids of all ages. ALWAYS check dates, times and locations of events as they may change after posting here. Don’t forget to check your Richmondmom.com Savvy Saver card for great savings at many local events […]
NOTE: From Commonwealth Parenting Facebook page: Due to the possibility of bad weather, they have postponed their Pajama Party this Friday for a date to be determined. Call their office 804-545-1272 if you have any questions. We’ll update this information as soon as the event is rescheduled! Thanks! The Commonwealth Parenting Center will be hosting […]
Don’t forget to check your Richmondmom.com Savvy Saver card for great savings at many local events and activities for kids and adults. Don’t have a card? No worries – download a copy here! Have an event to add to our calendar? Email us at kate@richmondmom.com! ALWAYS check dates, times and locations of events as they may […]
The new school year is right around the corner, and the issue of school-age bullying is going to be right there with it. During the last school year we had some great discussions at our Town Hall event sponsored by Richmondmom.com and Commonwealth Parenting, in our articles about the Bully Documentary, and on our Facebook […]
