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It's true that you may not think of Kenson Kids® while doing your Christmas shopping. After all, we're known for getting kids to start doing chores around the house which is not going to get you the big eyed, wow response you may be looking for (but you may actually be surprised and we'll come back to that) but we actually have some great gift ideas that also happen to to bring out the best in kids and make perfect gifts for kids and preschool teachers.

Amongst the hustle and bustle of the holidays, there are many opportune moments for cultivating strong character traits in your children ~ traits such as gratitude, kindness, and social responsibility. This article includes tips for cultivating these traits in your kids this holiday season.

For many of us, the holidays mean endless shopping lists and blown budgets, but it doesn't have to be that way! This blog post aims to help you simplify your Christmas giving, by breaking down the popular "Four-Gift Rule."

This article offers strategies to help your tween or teen learn to organize his day, organize his space, and complete homework assignments and tasks. These strategies are particularly helpful for children with ADHD.

Kenson Kids Co-Founder Jen Kent shares the story behind the On Track! System for Tweens. Kent created the system out of need, to help her son with ADHD get and stay organized.

Kenson Kids Co-Founder was quoted in an article on the parenting website, Familyminded.com, discussing "The Most Common Discipline Mistakes Parents Make." Edmundson advises parents to be proactive rather than reactive, and emphasizes the importance of being consistent when it comes to discipline.

Use these strategies to prepare your child for the first day of kindergarten, while fostering their independence, and helping to ensure a smooth transition.

The first day of school can be scary, exciting, exhausting, and full of emotions for parents and children. These children's books can help you and your child better prepare for the first day of kindergarten.

While IQ tests are not typically given until a child reaches elementary age, a demonstrated ability above that of his or her peers in one of four areas may be an indicator of giftedness. This post offers a set of traits exemplifying giftedness in preschool-aged children and the challenges for parents associated with each of these traits. Lastly, the post contains tips for addressing those specific challenges and nurturing a gifted child's strengths.

Did you know? As abstract thinkers, many gifted children easily become disorganized and distracted. That is why written charts and checklists are the preferred method for helping gifted children track homework assignments, chores, and more. Happy #NationalGiftedChildrenWeek!

Bored kids? Here are our top 5 ways to retaliate against one of the most dreaded phrases our children can utter: "I'm Bored."

Looking for ways to build memories with your family this summer? Our free printable summer bucket list can help!