Parent Resources by Dr. Michael K. Meyerhoff

As part of our commitment to offer best-in-class play and learning programs, we are excited to announce that Dr. Michael Meyerhoff has joined the management team at Romp n' Roll!

Are the Terrible Twos Inevitable?
The fact is that "the terrible twos," although common, should not be regarded as either normal or inevitable. The extreme unpleasantness can be easily prevented via an accurate understanding of early social development and the application of appropriate parenting practices. ... Read More

Achievement Does Not Necessarily Involve Advancement
A common mistake that mothers and fathers tend to make is viewing their child's educational development in strictly vertical terms. They conceptualize progress as climbing up to the next highest rung on a ladder; and the more quickly their child is moving up, the more progress she is making. ... Read More

The Power of Play
"How can my child be getting an adequate preparation for school when she spends so much time just playing?"
Like many other parents of young children, you may find yourself asking this question on occasion. After all, we live in a competitive, constantly changing world, so it is essential to give your child every possible advantage right from the start. And recent research clearly indicates that success in school - and in life - is heavily dependent on an abundance of appropriate educational experiences during the critical early years.  ... Read More