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- Finding A Fundraiser To Help Support the Youth - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Midland FundraisingYou can look in various places to get easy fundraising ideas for your group. There are many different fundraisers to select from that will help raise the much needed extra money for any and all of your extracurricular activities. It is important to decide upon an easy fundraiser that your group ...
Views: 879 - Finding Child Bath Tubs to De-stress Your Infant - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Hilary EvansDeciding to purchase a child bathtub may be as simple as a choosing cool little child shoes, or as hard as selecting the most appropriate name for your baby. With price ranges on some infant bath tubs up to 30 and 45 dollars; many may wonder if obtaining one is really a necessity, or just a ...
Views: 561 - Finding Community - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Carolyn StoneOver the weekend I attended a large family Passover seder with about fifty people in attendance. The seder is a dinner with a liturgy that tells the story of how Moses led the children of Israel out of slavery in Egypt. It got me thinking about the value of community in raising children. ...
Views: 1078 - Finding Out What Autism Is And Dispelling The Myths - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongIf you have just found out that your child is autistic, you may find it a challenge to have to deal with the diverse information that is floating around surrounding this condition. Your first understanding of what autism is may have come from watching the movie Rain Man. Although the movie shed ...
Views: 805 - Finding Support When Coping with Your Child’s Learning Disability - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Carolyn StoneWhen a child has a learning disability, ADHD, or Asperger Syndrome it affects the whole family. Parents and children deal with a host of feelings as they find their way to a diagnosis and proper services for their child. At first parents may be frustrated with a child who does not do as well ...
Views: 1273 - Finding the Blueprint for a Good Childhood: helping children to flourish. - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperWhat Children Need to be Happy, Confident and Successful is being identified by the research evidence emerging from Positive Psychology. This research focuses on giving children the tools they need to manage their lives successfully. I believe that when you prepare children for adult life ...
Views: 1267 - First Birthday Party: Creating One For an Reasonableprice - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2011 from Bradly NeujahrWhen planning a birthday party, particularly a first birthday party, parents can shell out 100's of dollars. For all those on a financial budget, listed here are several ideas to create a fantastic celebration without spending a lot. Party Items It is definitely less costly to go with ...
Views: 721 - Fit Five Kids - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2008 from Dzagbe CudjoeFitFive Healthy Kids Program gets children off to a good start in life.For children to be fit and healthy they require a balanced diet and sufficient exercise from their earliest years. This should be self-evident to all. Habits established in childhood last a lifetime - both the good and bad ...
Views: 1449 - Five Points to Account for While Installing An Infant Car Seat - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Matthew JohnsonWhoever thought it is easy to install an infant car seat, think again. You might think that the instruction manual will provide step-by-step instructions which are easy to follow. Practically speaking, there are several factors that you need to consider while installing the seat. In fact the ...
Views: 948 - Five Successful Tips to Improving Your Child's Behavior - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Laurie DuparAs parents of an ADHD child, you have probably felt frustration with your child’s impulsivity, inattention and restlessness. Here are five tips that can help and teach your child to be more in control of their behavior and still maintain their natural curiosity and enthusiasm: 1. Be clear with ...
Views: 1923 - Five Tips for Working at Home with Kids - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2004 from Susie CortrightYou can stay at home with your children while still advancing in your career. So how do you make it work? Here are a few tips: 1. Control your environment. A clearly designated office will help you stay on task. And an organized workspace will help minimize distractions and make the most of ...
Views: 1431 - Five Tips on Raising a More Social Child - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Victoria CummingsAs an educator, I have always noticed some children simply do not appear to be likeable to other children. No matter to what extent a teacher goes to to help a child become more socially accepted, it seems that some children simply do not have a knack for socializing. Over 20 years of ...
Views: 2571 - Five Tips to Helping Your Child Overcome Anger Management Issues - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2014 from Karleia SteinerIn the children’s book When Sophie Gets Angry – Really, Really Angry, the little girl, Sophie, gets so angry she runs out into the woods and climbs up a tree. After a very short time, she is calm and returns home to her family. It is no wonder that Sophie got so angry. A young ...
Views: 1146 - Five Valuable Life Skills Children Learn From Their Friends. - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperDespite the common myths about friendship, children don't need to have lots of friends to feel secure and content. What most children want are one or two close friends and a wider circle of occasional playmates. So what do children learn from their friendships and how does this help them to ...
Views: 2482 - Five Ways To Help Your Child Resist Peer Pressure - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperWanting to be popular and accepted by others is a need that goes deep; it may be hard wired as part of our evolutionary survival strategy. We automatically seek out a safe space and a social group where we feel relaxed and accepted. Children are more vulnerable than adults and their need for ...
Views: 2327 - Focus in Kids martial arts Benton Classes is Always Rewarded - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Jeremy ZywickiThere are numbers of benefits associated, or at least claimed to be, with Kids martial arts Benton. One of the major benefits is focus. By focus I am referring to focus of attention, taking instruction, listening to the instructor or put simply concentration. Learning judo, kung fu or karate for ...
Views: 976 - Food for kids - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2010 from Sangeetha SinghDespite India's economic prosperity, nearly two million children under the age of five, die every year in the country, the highest number anywhere in the world, Malnutrition, neonatal diseases, diarrhoea and pneumonia were identified as the major causes of death says WHO report. As many as ...
Views: 626 - Food Is Fuel For Learning - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Cara Day-McKellarAmong the resolutions on a New Year's list, perhaps at the top for any parent could be to feed their children well. Children of all ages need proper sleep, physical activity and nutrition in order to function well--personally within their families, socially among their friends and academically ...
Views: 1479 - Foods For A Baby With Diarrhea - by Submitted on May 26, 2007 from Christine AlburyOnce your doctor has discovered and dealt with the cause of your baby's diarrhea, there are certain foods you can offer that may help "bind" your baby as his delicate intestines recover - and some other foods that you should definitely avoid! Remember - You should always discuss any episodes ...
Views: 2192 - For Moms and Dads: How to Work with Your Children Struggling with Behavioral Issues - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2016 from Lizzie WeakleyThe call it the "terrible twos." That period when parents first see a child's attempt at autonomy. While a child may show signs of temperament earlier, it is not until they are between 20 and 24 months that their acts are deliberate. A battle of wills can begin as the child attempts to exert ...
Views: 1312 - For Mothers That Want To Give Threir Family The Best! - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Meg HubbardAs women, we are moms, wives, daughters, sisters, aunts, step moms, career women. That's a lot of hats to ware. It's very easy to do for others and forget about ourselves, or keep putting ourselves off "Until We Have More Time" but them we forget and fill our time with other responsibilities. ...
Views: 1377 - For Parents Only: Teaching Your Child Through Play - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from John CruzerDuring the early stages of our country, child’s play was considered a waste of time. Little attention was given to the significance that play contributed to the developing child. For the last few decades educators and researchers have been enthralled with how kids play. Correspondence Montessori ...
Views: 981 - For Parents: How To Deal With Sibling Rivalry - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraSibling rivalry is almost common to parents with more than one child. Not only exclusive to young children, sibling rivalry even extends even to children's adulthood. For the parents, if you hear the fighting and bickering happening, let each child ask what their problem is, and ask each of ...
Views: 873 - For Versatile Children Day Care Centers Have Been Planting The Saplings - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2007 from Darryl HooperPreschool Day Care Centers have been a boon for the parents. This idea has been a talk of the town and has been a remarkable feature in Virginia, Chantilly, Loudoun and near by areas. Bean tree is an establishment, a Preschool education and after school daycare center. The day care centers ...
Views: 1038 - Foster Parenting Changes Lives For the Better - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Mike LoganFoster parenting is a term that almost everyone has heard of, but few realize what the steps are to becoming foster parents and why people decide to do so. If you have ever wondered what foster parenting means, here is a glimpse into this amazing world. What is a Foster Parent? In certain ...
Views: 1203 - Fostering Children In Need Of Care And Looking For Foster Parents - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2013 from Childs EttaHave you ever considered Fostering? There is a lot of benefits to fostering a child and it is the most generous and thoughtful things that you could ever do. The children that will stay at your home will be in your care and it will be your responsibility to provide them with the necessary things ...
Views: 905 - Four Cognitive Skills for Successful Learning - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2005 from Susan du PlessisThe word "cognition" is defined as "the act of knowing" or "knowledge." Cognitive skills therefore refer to those skills that make it possible for us to know. It should be noted that there is nothing that any human being knows, or can do, that he has not learned. This of course excludes natural ...
Views: 948 - Four Year Old Toys - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2008 from Amit SalkarA child’s world is largely incomplete without toys. Children are associated with toys and vice versa. Toys help a child through childhood offering the child company, solace, security, a sense of belonging and curiously, a sense of ownership. Toys for children up to the age of three are by and ...
Views: 1733 - Free Classifieds In Hyderabad Has Helped Me To Get Satisfied Job - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2019 from charmi patelHello everybody!! Let me introduce myself first. My name is Rahul and living in Hyderabad's I.M. Colony. I have completed engineering in 2013 and was looking for a job in a company. I have given an interview at many companies but didn't find a satisfying job. Some recruiters offered a good job ...
Views: 629 - Free Coloring Pages For Children - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2008 from Michelle PatelleKids' coloring pages printed from net have become an alternative to coloring books purchased in the store. Parents have a excellent resource in the internet for free printables and coloring pages for their kids. Coloring pages and activity sheets of all types are free of cost for anyone with a ...
Views: 4544 - Free Educational Games For Little Kids - 7 Fun Kids Games You Can Play With Your Preschooler - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2007 from Yogi ShindeYou can either make your 3 year old sit down for a 45 minute drill daily and teach some basics they are required to learn or quite simply have so much fun while playing free educational games like the ones below with them that they wont even notice they are learning. And you are bound to have ...
Views: 1368 - Free Preschool Games - Teaching Letters And Numbers - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Yogi ShindeHere are some fun and free preschool games to teach your preschooler their letters and numbers. Free Educational Games 1. Alphabet scrapbook Make an alphabet scrapbook using cut outs from an old magazine, catalogues or by taking print out of letters from the internet. Have a page dedicated ...
Views: 2041 - Free Tips For Your Child's Success - by Getting free tips for a child's success is something most parents/guardians are interested in. Most want their child's academic growth to improve every school year. Most sincerely care. Unfortunately some don't, but that's a completely different article. For now, I want to focus on improving the ...
Views: 1209 - From Horses to Catamarans - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Miami PhillipsWe have a small problem. My wife of two decades has fallen for horses as hard as I fell for boats back when I was a kid. Now we have to figure out how to move a horse farm with 8 of our horses, 15 boarded horses, 65 lesson students and a 12 stall barn onto a boat. You see, the two boys, Ian ...
Views: 1707 - From Taekwondo Patterns to the Breast Stroke: 5 Activities for a Healthy Winter - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Lilly GordonHarsh winters can be the death of a healthy lifestyle. Once the snow’s on the ground the fireplace is on, the hot chocolate comes out and everyone settles in for a nice lethargic winter. By the time the snow clears the kids can’t remember how to tie their shoes, let alone work up a sweat. Even ...
Views: 1494 - From Teen Drug Use to Extramarital Affairs, Surveillance Cameras See All - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Tom Jacob PhilipsHome surveillance cameras provide peace of mind for homeowners, especially for those who live in a high risk area for potential vandalism and break-ins. By having one, the police are provided with a means to capture those who break the law. Surveillance cameras can be concealed in numerous ...
Views: 1479 - Fun decor with Beanbags - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2011 from John MenonShopping for kids furniture can be fun if you get creative. Decorating your kids room to suit his or her taste and personality is one of the most enjoyable experiences of parenting. Kids furniture is no longer just about functionality. Now, following changing trends in style, kids furniture has ...
Views: 659 - Fun Games For The Kids Birthday Parties - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Kevin NiehausNobody can ignore the truth that a lot of the mother and father might be wanting forward to celebrating the Birthday Parties West Palm Beach of their kids in an outstanding way. After all, all parents could be in a dream to celebrate the celebration of their youngsters in a great way, especially ...
Views: 978 - Fun Idea’s for Children’s Gardening - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2017 from Rebecca YoungShould we be trying to get our young involved in gardening? Absolutely! My theory is that if we go back to hunter-gatherer times, our teens and early twenties would have been our prime hunting time. We’d be needed to get meat for the tribe. Once we got old (around 25), we’d be less useful. ...
Views: 955 - Fun Pretend Play Kitchen Toys for Your Little Chef! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2007 from Marina NeimanAnyone with a toddler or a preschooler knows how much they like to be under your feet, watching your every move while you’re in the kitchen cooking. Watching you prepare food and move around your kitchen is probably one of the most fascinating things to children. A wooden spoon and soup pot ...
Views: 1939 - Furnishing a Kid's Bedroom - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2011 from John MenonWhen you plan to furnish your kid’s bedroom, you need to keep your child’s needs and personality in mind. By first noting the most essential kids furniture, your budget, and the available space, you can then go about furnishing the room in style and comfort. There are several types of designs ...
Views: 768 - Games for kids- Balanced growth of a child - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Aliya SenIt is rightly said that childhood and games always go together. All small kids spend most of their either playing outdoor or indoor games or sleeping at home. There are various games for kids available in the market today that not just provide the required fun and excitement for your child but ...
Views: 1459 - Gender Differences in Learning Style Specific to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Donna MilgramThere are gender differences in learning styles specific to science, math, engineering and technology (SMET) that teachers of these subjects should keep in mind when developing lesson plans and teaching in the classroom. First, overall, girls have much less experience in the hands-on application ...
Views: 8687 - Gender Discrimination - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Samiksha ManavDo we still see gender discrimination around us? The answer is, yes. This is observed a lot across the world. There are a number of examples across the world which shows the discrimination faced by girls. Male choices and decisions are given a lot more importance over women in most of India even ...
Views: 872 - Getting Ready For The New Baby - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2012 from Melody ThomasThe arrival of a new baby is often anticipated for many months in advance of the actual event occurring. This can be a very exciting time in a parent's life but it can also be a time that is full of stress, if it is not handled properly. As I'm sure you can appreciate, preparing for the arrival ...
Views: 1755 - Getting To Know Asperger Syndrome - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongAsperger syndrome is a condition that more and more children are diagnosed with. It is a high functioning form of autism or pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). PDD is basically a group of 5 different types of disorders characterized by delayed development in many basic functions of a ...
Views: 1108 - Getting Your Child Help In School - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Steve RenoldsMost parents want to ensure that their children are getting the best education that is possible. They may put them in a private school, trying to keep them from some of the pressures that are seen in public schools, but there are also some additional things that can be done which will assist ...
Views: 918 - Girls toys and boy toys – Reasons behind the difference - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Aliya SenToys are the best friends of young children and they play a major role in shaping their lives. They stimulate imagination, cognitive skills, decision making and social skills. Toys are also one of those things which are highly gendered. There are separate girls toys and boys toys available in ...
Views: 1956 - Give Your Children Confidence With Self-Defense Lessons - by Submitted on May 29, 2021 from Aggy ZawadzkaAs a parent, you face an endless list of worries. When your children are babies, you may worry about whether they’re eating or sleeping enough, and whether they’re hitting their developmental milestones on schedule. As they get older, you have to help ensure that they learn social and ...
Views: 608 - Give Your Tiny Tot the Best Experience with Dance - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Just ForkixFor a parent, nothing is more delightful to see their child grow and discover the world around them. Children are very delicate when it comes to their upbringing. They inculcate qualities and habits at a very fast pace, especially the ones that they observe most frequently around them. Thus, it ...
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