The Shy Child Anjali Kariappa Chengapa | 5 minute read You know that moment when someone asks your child a question and they suddenly seem to shrink? Maybe they hide behind your legs, look at the floor, or whisper so quietly no one can hear. Then comes the well-meaning comment: "Oh, she's just shy,"...
The Easily Frustrated Child By Anjali Kariappa Chengapa | 5 minutes read You know that moment when your child completely loses it over something that seems so small to you? Maybe it's a broken crayon, a puzzle piece that won't fit, or being told they can't have a snack right now. Suddenly you're dea...
Not Stubborn, Strong Willed. There's a Difference! This post is part of a series on children’s inherent temperaments—not labels or boxes, but reflections to help parents & educators work with a child’s nature, not against it. May 25, 2025 Understanding & Parenting a Strong Willed Child Ever feel lik...