.Talk about itGood listening skills are essential. Sit down and chat during the day, so it’s not odd to talk about your child’s worries.Look for tell-tale signsSome children won’t want to let on what they are afraid of, in case it worries you. Sleeplessness

As a child, your route to bicycling probably went a little something like this: first came a tricycle - a stable little vehicle that you could scoot around on, no problem. Then came a bike fitted out with stabilisers, giving you extra support either

learns to overcome setbacks and sally forth bravely. By the end of the book, Seuss has this to say: "And will you succeed? Yes! You will indeed! Ninety-eight-and-three-quarters-percent guaranteed. Kid, you'll move mountains."Every child should read

If your child is having difficulty with reading, she may have a particular problem. Dyslexia affects 10 per cent of the population to varying degrees. Children with dyslexia find reading a slow and tiring chore, so it is hardly surprising

routine, e.g wipe, flush, wash hands. Don’t forget to praise your child each time she remembers the routine.3. Wash and dry face and handsCreate a little story about what happens when she does this – the superhero properties in the water that will rid her

on the positive behaviour of a child rather than the negative. They also gave advice on how to share books with their children, for instance, by switching off mobile phones and taking time to look at pictures, highlighting new vocabulary, discussing the book

Patience may be a virtue, but as every parent knows it's not one that many children posess. Refusing to wait their turn and throwing a wobbler when they can't have everything right now are common traits of early childhood. Teaching your child

close but have very different personalities! What were your favourite pastimes as a child? I loved to dance! I used to lock myself in my room, turn the music up and dance for hours on end.  Also, as a family we used to gather on the beach at dusk

Scary monsters, ghosts and ghoulsReassure your child that he is safe, and help him to feel secure and less anxious. A toddler may benefit from choosing a toy that can “protect” him; an older child may be reassured if he can take the time to explain

What is the best age to begin teaching your child a second language? Some people would say you’re never too young to start. Many bilingual parents speak to their children in two languages from the moment they are born. There is an old theory that it