How children learn |
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I tried to teach my child with books,
He gave me only puzzled looks.
I tried to teach my child with words,
They passed him by often unheard.
Despairingly I turned aside,
"How shall I teach my child," I cried.
Into my hand he put the key,
"Come," he said, "play with me." -Author Unknown Playing with your child is so important. It helps them understand the correct way to play, how to interact with others respectfully, how to use your words rather than behavior to get what you want, and it helps them understand their environment and the intentions of those around him. Never assume your child is "just playing." Everything he does is a learning experience and is vital to his future in becoming a competent adult. |
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Why kids ask so many questions...and how to handle it |
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Mommy, why is the sky blue? Mommy, where do babies come from? Daddy, how does the sun not fall out of the sky? As parents, we hear, what seems to be about a hundred questions a day. As soon as children's vocabulary skills start developing and they begin speaking in complex sentences, that's when the questions start - typically around 2 1/2 years of age, sometimes sooner. |
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Bedtime techniques for young children |
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Parents these days are busier than ever! More than seventy-five percent of two-parent American families have both parents working now. Between later work hours and extended drive time, there is little time left to spend with our children much less prepare healthy dinners. In addition, sadly, due to the economy, it has become more cost effective to purchase meals on the go rather than the ingredients it takes to prepare nutritous meals from home. Our little ones have a hard time trying to keep up with our nightly agendas as it is, not to mention the lack of quality bonding time that leaves them wanting more so much so that they will make any excuse not to go to bed or stay in bed just to be able to spend a few more minutes with us. |
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Baby Gates - Which one is best for you? |
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When it comes to buying baby (safety) gates, there are many things you must consider before that final purchase. I have had seven years dealing with purchasing baby gates and made the wrong purchase for my needs 90% of that time, until I finally found what worked for me. Here are some tips to help you decide on the right gate for you: |
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Not the baby anymore |
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Many toddlers who have younger siblings experience a least a little bit of jealousy, better known as "sibling rivalry". I have noticed, this occurs most often in children under the age of three years but can still appear in older children. Of course, most of my experience is dealing with children ages five and younger; however, I my two oldest boys were born only two years and three months apart so I've definitely dealt with my fair share. Also, I've noticed that it occurs more often between boys and girls rather than same sex, but it does happen between same sex siblings as well. |
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