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One idea for lasting Halloween memories

Posted 09/27/2010

Vampires, werewolves and monsters - oh my! No, it's not the latest Hollywood blockbuster. It's Halloween. As little ghouls and goblins prepare to emerge into the night to claim their bounty of treats, it's important to think about ways to help kids enjoy this special evening and create memories that will last for years to come. And, though candy is certainly the treat du jour during Halloween, why not share a spooky and sweet treat with the special kids in your life that will last a lifetime - and won't rot their little teeth?

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Technology helps parents teach kids to read

Posted 09/15/2010

Childhood reading

Parents are looking for ways to get their kids back into the learning mode. Making education a part of the norm is essential for an easy transition back to school. Not only is it important for success, but childhood development as well. Exposure to books in the early childhood stages plays a key role in a child's reading development, and while most parents and caregivers know that children benefit from reading time, many struggle to fit it into their children's hectic schedules.

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Avoiding School Pitfalls

Posted 08/04/2010

As summer begins to wind down, and the first day of school beckons in the near future, parents are purchasing clothes, notebooks and backpacks for the new school year.

But there are other important ways to prepare your child to return to school.

“There are several common pitfalls that can affect our kids deeply and quite easily,” says Malcolm Gauld, president of Hyde Schools and co-author, with his wife Laura, of the parenting book “The Biggest Job We’ll Ever Have.” “These pitfalls may be detrimental long-term, but they can also be avoided when emphasized and discussed openly.”

According to the Gaulds, these pitfalls include:
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