PRESCHOOL PREP: Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers It's not only time for school-age kids to head back to the classroom, but for younger siblings to...
PAL Winners on FOX6 “Real Milwaukee” Today–Preschool Prep
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Toys to Keep Language and Literacy Sharp Over Summer, NBC CT Interview
It was fun to share some of the latest PAL Award winning toys and games today at NBC CT in a live interview with Kerry-Lee. Summer is all about fun...
PAL Award Winners on NBC CT Yesterday
I enjoyed my interview on NBC CT yesterday. It is always fascinating to watch their news hour produced. It's much like an 8 ring circus if there is...
PAL Award Winners Go to NBC Connecticut Today!
My PAL Award winners traveled to West Hartford with me today for an interview at NBC Connecticut with Yvonne Nava. The emphasis was toys and games...
The Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That!
I just watched the new PBS Kids show, "The Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That!" The Cat is back with Martin Short's voice, pals Sally and Nick,...
Baby Einstein Videos Co-Founder Challenges Research
This past week, the The New York Times reported that William Clark, co-founder of the company that produced "Baby Einstein" videos, has asked a...
Letter to New York Times on Disney Refund for Baby Videos
It's been a week since the New York Times had a front page article on "No Einstein in The Crib? Get a Refund." I was so amazed at Disney's offer to...
TV’s Influence on Preschoolers’ Language Skills
We all know the power of television and the controversy over what effect it has on learning in preschoolers. I was at the home of a 2 1/2 year old...
Educational TV for Preschoolers, “Sid the Science Kid”
Parents know that I stress creative play and offer lots of suggestions for good educational toys, books and games, particularly for the preschool...
Is TV Good for Infants? Latest Research
Ever since companies like Baby Einstein started marketing to parents of babies, claiming that their DVD's boost brain power, parents and researchers...
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