Chad Welch joined the Partnership for Children and Families in the Fall of 2018. He handles all of the family enrichment activities such as Parent Cafes, Block Parties, Raising a Thinking Child, and more. He also manages the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program for Door County. Periodically, Chad shares valuable information, tips and activities for families.

Understanding Your Child’s Temperament
It’s amazing, even surprising just how different children from the same family can be. Their personalities, likes, dislikes, and the ways they react to situations can all vary-a lot! These

Getting Kids Back to a Sleep Routine for School
With back to school upon us; whether that means at home or in the school building, kids’ school sleep schedules need to be addressed. To be successful, they need to

Help Your Little Ones Make Friends
Friends are important for our mental wellbeing. Friends can pick us up when we’re feeling down and make they can help us feel good about ourselves. Children aren’t born with

Help Develop Social Skills for Your 1-5 Year Old
Developing social skills It’s not Paris Hilton or the Kardashians that are the top of the social pyramid. Our mild-mannered children are the ultimate socialites! From birth, babies spend almost

Why Emotions Matter 1-5 Year Olds
The way we interpret and respond to our feelings has a major impact on our behaviour, choices, and how well we cope with and enjoy life. Think about the wide

Social & Emotional Development of Your Child 1-5 Years Old
Your child’s early years are a time for many milestones and magic moments. But these years are much more important than just taking their first steps, smiling at grandma or