I am a mom blessed with gifts and talents beyond my wildest expectations. My four year old can read in three languages and is accessing books in many more. To be honest, it’s a bit intimidating to me! How did I get so lucky? Well, after several years of trial and error, I’ve come to realize that it wasn’t luck at all. It was my intentional decisions as a mother that gave my daughter the opportunity to grow into this…
As a parent, I want my child to have the best possible future. That’s why I send her to Chinese school, and I would recommend that every parent do the same. Learning Mandarin can help expand a child’s brain in multiple ways. It can improve their memory, their ability to focus, and even their creativity. In addition, learning multiple languages can help children better understand other cultures and people. This is an important skill in today’s increasingly globalized world. The…
Do you ever wonder how ballet, dance, and gymnastics can benefit your preschooler? I know I do. As a parent, it’s important to me that my child has a strong education foundation. That’s why I was so happy to enroll my preschooler in a dance and movement class. At first, I was worried that the class wouldn’t be educational enough. But I quickly learned that dance and movement provide a number of important educational benefits for young children. What Are…
As a Black mother, one of my top priorities is ensuring that my daughter’s spirit is protected. I don’t take this responsibility lightly, and I’m constantly on the lookout for spaces where she can be her authentic self without feeling marginalized or invisible. So when it came time to find a kindergarten for my daughter, I had high expectations—and sadly, I’ve been far from impressed. It seems like every time I turn around, there’s another issue. Whether it’s a school…
Me, my Black child, and the brilliance we share. I am unapologetic in my celebration of this brilliance. I know that it is a beautiful, natural thing, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. My Black child is strong, powerful, and beautiful. I love her for all that she is, and I am proud to celebrate her Blackness and her brillance. I could talk about her for days and still not capture the totality of amazingness that she represents.…
You may be wondering why, as a Black parent, you should introduce your child to music at such a young age. I’m sure you’re familiar with the numerous benefits of music education, but you may be hesitant to try a new method or to start lessons early. Allow me to put your mind at ease. The Suzuki violin method is one of the most successful and time-tested methods of music education in the world. And while other instruments and methods…