A baby starts developing a sense of self esteem from those around him. Those early months and years provide many opportunities for the child to test the limits and see how the results affect him.

Children respond to music in a joyous way. Not only is it a source of enjoyment, but a great avenue for learning. Arlene Richard's book That's Bingzy! has a CD that children will love. And now…HUGE savings on the book & CD.

Comparing one child to the next is a sure way to create tension and conflict among siblings. The Schoolmarm cautions against it.