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SKIP - Strategies with Kids, Information for Parents.

These nine pamphlets have been developed for parents of under fives. They can be read online, downloaded as a PDF format or you can contact us to order free hard copies of these pamphlets.

Ages and Stages pamphlet cover. Ages and Stages

Children change very quickly between birth and five. Understanding their different stages can help explain their behaviour.

Tantrums pamphlet cover. Tantrums

Tantrums are often really challenging for parents. There are ways parents can manage these difficult times

Supermarklet Survival pamphlet cover. Supermarket Survival

Some practical ideas for managing under fives in supermarkets.

Managing Behaviour in Under Fives pamphlet cover. Managing Behaviour for Under Fives

Guidance, or discipline, is most effective in a warm and loving relationship, where your child feels supported and secure.

Tips on Stress pamphlet cover. Tips on Stress

Stress can never be totally prevented, but there are ways it can be managed.

Children with Special Needs pamphlet cover. Children with Special Needs

Parenting a child with special needs is very much the same as parenting any other child.

Keeping Kids Safe pamphlet cover. Keeping Kids Safe

Children need to learn about how to keep safe as they explore their world.

Temperament pamphlet cover. Temperament

Each child has their own temperament that influences the way they behave.

Jealousy and Fighting pamphlet cover. Jealousy and Fighting

Dealing with a new baby and managing sibling rivalry can be tricky.

 
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