Siyona Varghese

Worries and Whys: Understanding Anxiety in 5-Year-Olds

By Siyona Varghese At five years old, children are full of questions — “Why is the sky blue?” “What happens if I get lost?” “Why do I have to go to school?” Along with this natural curiosity, many begin to experience their first real worries. These concerns might seem small to adults, but to a […]

Kindness Counts: Teaching Compassion to 5-Year-Olds

By Siyona Varghese In a world that often feels hurried and competitive, teaching children the value of kindness is more important than ever. By the time your child turns five, they are developmentally ready to begin understanding the emotions of others and the impact of their actions. While empathy and compassion may not yet come […]

Growing Minds: What’s Happening in Your 5-Year-Old’s Brain?

By Siyona Varghese By the time your child turns five, they’ve already undergone a remarkable transformation. From babbling baby to imaginative storyteller, their brain has been busy wiring itself to think, feel, move, and connect with the world around them. But what exactly is going on inside the mind of a 5-year-old? Understanding this developmental […]

Playdates and Peer Pressure: Social Smarts for 5-Year-Olds

By Siyona Varghese At age five, children are stepping into a new world of friendships, playdates, and social dynamics. It’s an exciting time, but it can also be tricky. As they seek connection and approval from peers, they start experiencing early forms of peer pressure — the subtle (or sometimes not-so-subtle) push to act a […]

Safe Bodies, Safe Boundaries: Talking Body Safety With Your 5-Year-Old

By Siyona Varghese Teaching body safety to a 5-year-old is one of the most important conversations you can have. At this age, children are naturally curious, trusting, and learning how to navigate the world around them. Helping them understand safe boundaries and personal rights lays the foundation for their confidence, safety, and emotional well-being. It […]

When Meltdowns Happen: What 5-Year-Old Behavior Is Really Telling You

By Siyona Varghese Five-year-olds are a whirlwind of emotion, imagination, and rapid development. They can surprise you with their big ideas and sweet moments — and then, just as quickly, fall into a full-blown meltdown over seemingly small things. While these moments can be frustrating and confusing, meltdowns are not simply “bad behavior.” They are […]