Cheerful parents with small children preparing food at home together.Nutrition4 minHow to set a good example at mealtimesWhy parents have a greater influence through their behaviour than through rules – and how they can promote enjoyment, curiosity and trust at the family table.
School classroom in blurred background without young student. Blurry view of primary school classroom with no children or teacher, with chairs and tables on campus. Back to school concept.School5 minA new classroom for a new learning cultureWhen planning new school premises, there is an opportunity to take account of changing forms of teaching and learning.
Columns5 min«Can we have a music shower, please?»The pupils of music teacher Sibylle Dubs love experimenting with unfamiliar sounds. Not only does it strengthen their listening skills, it also helps them discover new things about themselves.
Psychology2 min«I want to support my daughters even when they can hardly support themselves.»Bernadette Bürer, 42, is autistic and has ADHD. As a mother, co-regulation is important to her. It is also like therapy for her inner child.
Education5 minWhen children lose their temper: 4 no-gos for fathersOutbursts of anger and aggressive behaviour place great demands on parents. Fathers in particular feel they have to respond with harshness and severity. Why this is not a good idea.
School6 min«You don't always have to have the last word.»Special needs teacher Sammy Frey advises schools and teachers on how to better deal with aggressive behaviour in the classroom.
ADHD13 min«ADHD is diagnosed too quickly and too superficially.»Sociologist Pascal Rudin criticises that the threshold for diagnosing ADHD is too low. He argues that increasing medicalisation shifts the burden onto the child and obscures the view of social injustices.
Playful child together with mother sitting in the back of the car. They are skateboarding outside in a parking roadEducation8 minHow parents can boost their child's self-esteemTo boost their child's self-confidence, parents do not always have to take the lead. It is more important to treat them with respect.
Gaming8 minGaming: Why are children so fascinated by Brawl Stars?In front of schools, on the bus or in their rooms: it seems as though all children are playing Brawl Stars. Where does this come from and when can it become problematic?
Columns6 minSupporting sensitive children through the Christmas seasonStress during Advent and Christmas can quickly overwhelm children who are sensitive to stimuli.
Sad, frustrated young brunette woman is crying with smartphone in hands while she sits on the chair at apartmentPsychology6 min«Our son said that he no longer wants to live.»A worried mother calls the parents' helpline because her son has expressed suicidal thoughts. The counsellor helps her.
Little boy eating a soft-boiled egg from a white egg cup.Nutrition4 minWhy vitamin D is so important for childrenVitamin D is crucial for strong bones and a healthy immune system. However, many children do not get enough of it – especially in winter.
Sick boy with a tissue in his hands in his home bed, with his mother touching his forehead.Health8 minWhat to do if your child has a feverMany parents feel uncertain when their child suddenly has a high fever. What should you bear in mind? And when should you take your child to the doctor?
Columns5 minThe power of the sensesMusic teacher Sibylle Dubs once again realises how crucial sensory experiences are in music lessons.
Smart woman teacher in glasses helping students with their schoolwork during a lesson in a bright classroom at schoolSchool5 minSchool assistants – what parents should knowNowadays, many classrooms are staffed not only by teachers, but also by teaching assistants. What parents need to know.
Teenage boy is having lunch. The boy is having fried salmon and a glass of juice. Canon R5Nutrition4 minOmega-3 fatty acids: The all-rounders in the kitchenOmega-3 fatty acids promote brain development, strengthen the immune system and have anti-inflammatory properties. This is a real bonus, especially for children.
Columns6 minThese phrases are not helpful for perfectionist childrenStriving for excellence: How mothers and fathers can best deal with the internal pressure of their perfectionist child.
Education2 min«It is possible to reformulate one's beliefs.»Not showing weakness shaped Andrea's childhood. She tries to be careful with the pressure to perform when it comes to her children.
Columns4 minBig emotions in music lessonsSibylle Dubs' lessons are lively affairs: there is a whirlwind of emotions, plenty of drama and, ultimately, a happy ending.
A boy is sitting on the grass at the edge of a stadium watching football. The boy sits on the grass at the edge of the stadium and sadly looks on as the others play football, a spare playerColumns4 min«People laugh at me because I don't like playing football.»Aaron, 9, doesn't like playing football. The other boys laugh at him because of this and don't choose him for their group during PE.
School5 minThe selection comes at the wrong timeIn the midst of puberty, we decide on the future of teenagers – yet they need one thing above all else: time.
School5 minEvery child is a surprise packageIn the hustle and bustle of everyday school life, music teacher Sibylle Dubs briefly forgot how valuable it is to always treat pupils with curiosity.
Family3 min«There is no one who says: Come on, I'll take care of it.»Ilka bears sole responsibility for her daughter and caring for her mother. She talks about her everyday life and what would help her.
Editorial blog2 minMental Load: Our topic for SeptemberMost of the time, the mother thinks of everything. But even when the burden is shared, it remains heavy. This is how parents find relief.
