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Kids’ Relationships with “Stuff”

I thought of this topic because someone posted in a Facebook page I follow about their frustration with their foster kids’ treatment of toys and general messiness. Compared with her bio kids, she was surprised by the way her foster kids relate to objects. The original poster has my sympathy. It’s something Seth and IContinue reading “Kids’ Relationships with “Stuff””

Confession: I hate pretend play

I’ve got a three year old and a 1 year old in the house on the daily, and a 9 year old on weekends. That’s a lot of kid time. I think of myself as a good parent. My kids’ physical needs are always met, and met well. When kids come to us they’re oftenContinue reading “Confession: I hate pretend play”