Discharging Big Emotions
children affectionately embracing

Discharging Big Emotions

Help children manage big emotions with coping tools that safely release energy, build regulation skills, and support emotional resilience.

Jun 2, 2026 2 min
When a Young Child Tells a Lie:  Early Childhood and Honesty
A young child in a rainbow shirt with their hand to their face, looking at the camera, and appearing as though they have done something wrong.

When a Young Child Tells a Lie:  Early Childhood and Honesty

Why young children lie, how fantasy shapes their stories, and gentle, developmentally informed ways parents can respond with empathy instead of punishment

Mar 20, 2026 3 min