RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – Summertime is rapidly coming to a close, and soon kids will be returning to school, bringing a dramatic shift in routines, schedules, and experiences that calls for building strong relationships with your child.
Growing up is a critical time for children, no matter their age. It’s a time when they form into the people they will become, and it all hinges on their relationships, whether it be parents, family, or friends, no matter if they attend in-person school or are homeschooled.
On Monday, David May with West River Mental Health, had some tips on how to build that relationship with your child.
One of his tips was understanding the shift in age and development. Since most children under 7 see things more simplified, understanding that the older your child gets, the more logically and abstractly their thinking becomes is crucial, especially if you want to …