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After-school programs should aim beyond the academics. With today’s fast paced world and with more and more things to cope with, children will need to be equipped with not just the academic side of society. Brilliant Minds, a school that offers after-school programs for Hollywood, Broward County, Dade County and Pembroke Pines, FL are doing just that. Tutoring is already a staple for after-school programs and enrichment programs but what Brilliant Minds introduces to the table is the focus on social and emotional learning (SEL) for a more holistic approach on teaching young school children. Their K-5 After-school Programs cover…

“You’re mean!”

“I hate you!”

Being a parent is tough sometimes, isn’t it? Yes, you know in your head that your sweet, loving preschooler doesn’t really hate you. But when he utters those words it’s as if he is nailing a scarlet letter to your head with a tinker toy. The words are “child’s play” but the effect sure does feel real.

At this age, children don’t have the subtle language to beat around the bush. When they’re angry, they show it. If you don’t give them their way, they’re going to let you know about their frustration. It’s normal.…