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Yes, Boys are Different From Girls
Okay, I'm going to go out on a limb and not be politically correct. Boys are different from girls. I was working with little 3 year-old Clara...
Happy Father’s Day Books
As we honor dads on Father’s Day, you might want to give Dad a book to share with your child. Here are my picks: • Daddy and Me by Karen Katz: This...
“Mamasource,” A Great Resource for New Mamas
With social networking sites becoming so popular, it's no surprise that I found one just for moms, www.mamasource.com. Take a look at the range of...
One Special Girl
I can't tell you how many times I learn a great lesson from a child--one that inspires me. Here goes. Yesterday when I was talking to a friend, she...
Best New Children’s Toys and Games Awarded by Parents’ Choice
Last week, Parents’ Choice Foundation announced their 2008 Toy Awards which includes new games, puzzles and toys. Preschool: Topping the list was my...
Game Review: “Animal Soup” by Briarpatch Ages 5 and up
Kids beg to play Animal Soup again and again. It’s a game of match as players race to find their animal dressed in different garb—a lei, scarf,...
Game Review: “Clothespins! Game” by Briarpatch Ages 5 and up
Clothespins!, This game of strategy requires the player to collect items of clothing by pattern—polka dots, stripes or wiggly lines, or by...
Children’s Poetry Builds Language
I just left a first grade class that is studying poetry. The students were filling in their poetry journal. A big heart was on each page and a line...
Vocabulary Tips for Reading to your Child
Whether you are reading to your preschooler or elementary aged child, point out the vocabulary associated with reading that will later help your...
Speech Celebrations!
Today was a day for celebrating! Domenick graduated from speech therapy after 5 years of hard work on many sound and language goals. He started when...
A Great Resource for Parents: Parents’ Choice Newsletter
As parents we are always looking for helpful sites on the internet to make our job easier. I have mentioned before that the Parents' Choice...
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