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Watch your child progress

As a parent, you can learn a lot about your child's learning and watch for signs of possible problems. Here are some things to look for and to discuss with his teacher: Starting at age 3 or 4:Does your child remember nursery rhymes, and can he ...

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Calendar Teaching Tips

Calendar Teaching Tips by: Freda J. Glatt, MS Stop! Don't throw away those old calendars! There is so much you can do with a calendar to reinforce academic skills. Here are a few suggestions: 1. Writing - Use the pictures as story starters ...

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Montessori Toys and Your Little ones

What does it matter if your children have fun with toys manufactured out of plastic material vs. toys built from wood? To what degree should your kids use technology? Is there a limit to the number of toys your children should have? There is an educa...

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4 Tips For Child Safety When Playing At Home Or In Sports

I'm a huge advocate of involvement in sports and active play as a great way to start your children off on the right foot in life, but I would also be blind or lying to say there are no risks involved. There are, of course, risks involved, but th...

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Why Teaching Children About Money Is A Must In Today"s Society

Teaching money to kids is not always the easiest task for most parents. For most of us it's hard to recall how we learnt about money. There is always math class that gives examples of using money to purchase goods in addition and subtractions. T...

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The Benefits of Music Therapy for Children with Special Needs

While therapists and medical professionals have long recognized the measurable benefits of occupational therapy and physical therapy for children with developmental disabilities and other special needs, the far-reaching benefits of music therapy have...

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Innovative Asl Programs Now Available For Home Schooled Children

American Sign Language [ASL] is a well-established form of communication with its own rules concerning grammar and syntax. It is now the recognized sign language throughout Canada and the USA, and as such, has become the third most spoken language in...

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Playsets Offer a Healthy Option for Child Entertainment

When parents are considering different ways to provide entertainment for their children while at the same time stimulating their growth and development, playsets often present the most attractive option. An outdoor recreation can add a whole new dime...

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Scared of Strangers

Does your child runs and hides behind you every time you have visitors or when you visit friends or relatives? Does he or she have problems adapting to a new environment at playschool or nursery? Is it normal for children to be scared of strangers? ...

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The Best School Craft Supplies

Arts and crafts at school is one of the most important aspects of teaching. Young children will only learn through fun activities and educational games as when something is boring or dull to a child their mind will simply wander off. There is no doub...

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