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Give Chaperoning a Try

by Lori Sciame March 8th, 2012| Preschool
The apple orchard, the pumpkin patch, the petting zoo, the fire station - places I've visited with my children's preschool. We had a lot of fun, not only while squeezed three to a seat during the lumbering bus rides, but also while exploring the unique features of these exciting

Seatbelts: From the Teen’s View

by Jacob P. March 7th, 2012| Teen Perspective, Teens
For those who do not know, I am from New Hampshire.  New Hampshire is a state with a tradition of having few laws restricting personal freedoms, as you can see in the state motto, "Live free or die."  This protection of personal freedom extends to seat belt laws.  The

Dealing with THAT Kid

by Ronald A. Rowe March 2nd, 2012| Elementary
We all know THAT kid. The child who just can't or won't fit in. The one whose behavior makes you simultaneously wish a) your child would spend more time with them so they could be a good influence and b) they'd keep away so your child would never have

How to Get Your Kids to Eat Better

by Jacob P. February 24th, 2012| Teen Perspective
Every parent has dealt with a picky child at least once in their life.  Even as a teenage boy, I have coerced (or tried to) many children into eating foods they normally despised.  It is no mean feat.  Many kids are are so stubborn that you have to flat

Sports for Preschoolers

by T Akery February 23rd, 2012| Preschool
Preschoolers are about the age when sports programs will accept players. There are multiple reasons why your preschooler should get into some sort of sport. Not only does it provide an additional outlet and direction for excess energy, it is a fun way for them to get some exercise.

Birthday Party Blues

by Lori Sciame February 22nd, 2012| Elementary
Over-the-top birthday parties. Has your child attended one? When my daughter was five, her friend's mother hosted a marathon party. The day began with hairstyles and manicures at a local hair salon. Next, the girls had lunch at a local restaurant, and the event finished with a movie and

Putting the Fun in Family Fundamentals

by Ronald A. Rowe February 17th, 2012| Elementary
Schools are taking a much more practical approach to teaching life skills than they used to. Elementary school students are being exposed to concepts like budgeting as well as specific skills like writing a check. As parents, we need to piggyback on these school assignments to reinforce these lessons.

Adding

Melissa and Doug Easel

by T Akery February 16th, 2012| Preschool, Product reviews
The Melissa and Doug Easel is a station where children can express their creativity. There are two sides, a white board and chalk board. It also comes with a roller on which a roll of paper can be placed and colorful trays on both sides.  (Photo shows a similar

Waiting Room Blues

by Lori Sciame February 15th, 2012| Preschool
I've spent a lot of time in hospital waiting rooms lately. It's not fun, waiting for a loved one's surgery to be over, and wondering if he or she will be OK. Time drags. Emotions are raw. Basically, this is not a place I want to be. And the

Surviving a Newborn’s Cold

by Lori Sciame February 10th, 2012| Infants/Toddlers
I gave birth to my second child when I was sick with a terrible cold - runny nose, fever, cough - all the nasty symptoms. My daughter caught the cold as well. It proved to be a scary few weeks, as she had to sleep in a carrier sitting

Having a Cast

by Jacob P. February 8th, 2012| Teen Perspective
Last Thursday I was wrestling and broke a metacarpal.  Since then I have gotten a cast, covering my forearm and left hand.  In my fifteen-and-half-year-long existence, this is my first experience with a cast.  I like to think I'm  lucky.  Now that I have a cast I thought I

Disney Princess Soft EVA Play Mat 4 X 4

by T Akery February 2nd, 2012| Preschool, Product reviews
The Disney Princess Soft EVA Play Mat is an option for kids to play on. The challenge for them starts when they have to put it together. It comes with 16 squares and numerous border pieces. Since it is a puzzle, it is meant for kids to assemble, which
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