Parenting can be a whirlwind of chaos and imperfections, but sometimes, it's in those messy moments that growth and learning truly happens.
In this episode of Parenting Impossible, Annette Hines speaks with children's author, Cynthia Di Filippo Elomaa. Cynthia embraces imperfection and chaos in parenting, emphasizing that seeking support and tailored assistance is essential while recognizing that each child learns at their own unique pace. Her inclusive educational book series, "Nikki's Very Messy Room," centers on planning, collaboration, and involving children in chores to foster responsibility and ownership, all of which challenges traditional notions of order and perfection by celebrating the natural, messy rhythms of family life.
In this episode, you will hear:
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Why involving children in planning is important.
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Why seeking support and asking for help is essential in parenting.
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What activities can be provided to engage children in learning independently.
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How interactive reading experiences benefit children.
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Why it is important to understand that not every child learns at the same pace.
Resources from this Episode:
Website: https://cynthiadifilippoelomaa.com/
Read: Nicky’s Very Messy Room
Register for classes:
Stillwater Book, West Warwick, RI https://www.eventbrite.
No Other Book Like This, Mystic CT https://www.eventbrite.com/
LinkedIn & Twitter/X: @cynthiaelomaa
Instagram: @authorcynthiaelomaa
YouTube: @AuthorCynthiaDiFilippoElomaa
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