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...
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“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...
Toy Review: eeBee’s Adventure Play Mat and Activity Play House 6 months-3 Years
Every now and then a toy comes along that I get really excited about. This is one. Maybe because I had an older brother and he was always making...
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...
Toy Review: “Taggies! First Touch Ball” all ages
Taggies! First Touch Ball, this newest member of the taggie ball family, is a soft, cuddly soccer ball, covered with the smooth tags that attract...
Singing Versus Reading to Your Baby to Encourage Language Development
Every time I speak to a new parents’ group about nurturing their child’s language development, I always ask if everyone is reading to their baby....
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...
Stimulating Your Toddler’s Language
I just got a call from Will's parents excitedly telling me that he was putting 2 words together and gabbing away in the bathtub! He had said "pine...
Stuttering or Normal Dysfluency?
I have been working with little William since he was 16 months old and not saying words yet. He has made steady progress and seems to be taking off...
Best Toddler Toys
As parents we are bombarded with the next best toy coming out on the market. Having walked through the many floors of the 2008 International Toy...
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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