Nicki Mann
I am an adult student studying to be a special education teacher, after several years of working with children with special needs in different capacities. When I'm not in school, I'm at home caring for my two little nieces! They're the lights of my life!
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Lil Monkey Bizness in Western SpringsLil Monkey Bizness is an indoor playground in Western Springs, with lots of climbing structures, swings, playhouses, and more. -
Fullersburg Woods Nature Center in Oakbrook, ILFullersburg Woods is a great place for families to go hiking, fishing or picnicking. The indoor nature also boasts lots of fun, educational toys and activities to keep little nature lovers busy.
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Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen EllynIf you've ever wondered what happens to wild animals when they are sick or injured, Willowbrook Wildlife Center is a place you should visit.
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How to Help a Child When a Parent is in PrisonAdvice for those who work with children. Two percent of children have a parent in prison, so the chances are, if you work with kids, you may need to know how to help a child in this situation.
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Learn the Truth About AutismThere are a lot of misconceptions about autism, often passed along by pop culture. Here, read some of the actual facts about autism.
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Home Schooling Your PreschoolerIf you're considering homeschooling your young child, or you want to make your time at home with your preschooler more enriching, here are some tips on how to get started with your own home preschool curriculum! -
2Toots Train Whistle Grill! in Glen Ellyn, IllinoisThis train-themed restaurant has all of its booths around the counter, so every customer gets to experience having their food delivered by train! -
Why Legos Are Therapeutic for Children with AutismIn order to help kids with autism practice social skills in a natural setting, a doctor created a Lego Club!
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The Children's Art Studio: Where Kids Can Get as Messy as They Want!The Children's Art Studio is an art studio just for the smallest artists! They offer art classes, open studio, and a drop-in class for toddlers! -
Nibbles Play Cafe: Grown-ups Can Socialize While Kids Play!Nibbles Play Cafe is a cafe created specifically for people with small children. The play areas make it very child-friendly, although the admission fee makes it not so budget friendly!
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Art Projects for Toddlers!Do you think your tiny tot is still too young for art projects? Think again! -
Teach Your Toddler About Shapes!Do you want to begin teaching your toddler his shapes? Here are some simple and fun ways to help him learn.
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Teaching Toddlers About Big and LittleToddlers learn best when you teach them concepts repeatedly, in different ways, and in ways that capture their attention. Here are some ways of teaching toddlers about Big and Little! -
Hedgehog Day is February 2nd!According to legend, Hedgehog Day is actually the original Groundhog Day.
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Tips Your Babysitter Wishes You Knew AboutGood sitters are like liquid gold these days. There's more to keeping a good sitter than just being polite to them and coming home on time. Find out ways to make sure your babysitter loves coming to your house. -
Online Games for ToddlersEven the littlest kids in your family can take a turn online.
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Little Known Holidays in FebruaryEveryone knows that Valentine's Day, Abraham Lincoln's Birthday, and even Groundhog Day, fall in February. But there are many more reasons to celebrate in February! Have you ever heard of these holidays?
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Rats as PetsMany people are afraid of the rats seen in pet stores. But these little critters actually make great pets!
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Slime Recipes and Experiments for KidsTried and true directions for making four different types of slimy substances that kids will love to play with! -
Get Free Products to Review on Your Parents BlogIf you are a parent who writes a blog, there are companies who will send you free products to review! Here are a few links and tips on how to get started. -
Going Out to Eat with Kids Doesn't Have to Be a NightmareTaking kids out to eat doesn't have to result in embarrassed parents and screaming children. It can actually be great, if you follow a few tips!
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Books that Introduce Peace to ChildrenIt is important to try to raise children who want and appreciate peace. But how do you introduce such a complicated concept to a young child? These books help parents and teachers do so in a gentle and fun way.
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Have a Winnie-the-Pooh-Themed Day!Why not plan a Winnie-the-Pooh themed day just for you and your family to enjoy? Here are some fun and easy ideas!
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6 Indoor Physical Activities for PreschoolersJust because the weather is bad doesn't mean kids have to spend the day bored and restless! Here are several ideas for activities that will help kids get moving and use up some of their energy! -
Fun, Safe and Cheap Places to Bring Young ChildrenNeed an alternative to play centers in fast food restaurants? Check out this secret play center inside the Elk Grove Park District!
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A Kid Friendly RestaurantYes, parents and caregivers, you CAN take your kids to a sit-down restaurant! But make sure its a family-friendly one, like Red Robin!
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Gazz-ItThis cool, textured modeling clay amused my kids for hours! -
Four Easy Winter-Themed Activities for KidsWhether you're stuck inside because of the snow, or you live somewhere where it doesn't snow at all, you and your kids will enjoy these easy, winter-themed ideas!
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How to Set a Goal... And Keep It!Did you blow off your New Years resolution one week into January? No reason to worry! You can create a new goal for yourself today. Here are some tips on how to set, and keep, a goal!
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Is AmeriCorps RIght for You?Does a year of full or part-time community service, along with a living allowance, health coverage, and an educational voucher, sound good to you?
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A Ghetto Fairytale: Gangs and the Real Life SE HintonThe Outsiders has been considered by some to be a very accurate description of gang life in the 1960's. But, when compared to actual facts and statistics about gangs, The Outsiders may be considered more of a fairytale.
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5 Lessons I Learned on the StreetWhile other teenagers were going off to college, I was learning all the lessons homelessness could teach me. -
The Legend of WoodstockThe story of how the 1969 Woodstock festival came to be, what really happened there, and how it changed the world.
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Miguel Arias-BacaThe state of Colorado took two-year-old Miguel from his mother, deeming her negligent. But less than a year later, Miguel was dead, murdered by his foster father. What went wrong?
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Legoland Discovery Centre in Schaumburg, ILThe new Legoland Discovery Centre in Schaumburg, IL is not so much bang for the buck! -
Health Care for Children in Foster CareChildren in foster care often have unique health care needs... but health care isn't readily available for them. This essay explains why, and what can be done. -
Participating in Online SwapsParticipating in swaps is a fun hobby! Here are some guidelines on how to get started.
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Review of KidZui Kid Safe Internet BrowserI tried out several free kid-safe browsers, before finally deciding on KidZui. This browser makes my whole family happy! -
Wrapping a Gift with Aluminum FoilWhat do you do when you need to wrap a gift, quickly, and you suddenly realize you're all out of wrapping paper? Here is a unique and fun solution! -
Little Known Holidays in NovemberNovember is chock-full of special days to celebrate! Here is a handy list of day-to-day holidays, and suggestions on how to celebrate them. -
Teaching Your Toddler About Body PartsIf your toddler is able to point to or bring you familiar items around the house, he's old enough to start learning the names of his body parts! Here are several fun activities to help you teach him.
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This Halloween, Give Books for Treats!Kids are going to be getting more candy than they can handle, this Halloween. Want to do something different for the kids in your neighborhood? Learn how you can participate in the Books For Treats program!
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Why Would Society Rather Fight Racism Than Poverty?Would society prefer to fight racism than to fight poverty?
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Explaining Casual Drinking Habits to Your ChildrenKids get a lot of serious warnings about the effects of alcohol. When they see parents drinking, they can become frightened. Here are some ways that you can explain the concept of responsible drinking, and the differences between adult drinking and underage drinking.
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Using Personality Types to Explain ADHD to OthersDo some people automatically become negative when you mention your ADHD? Here is a new way to express your needs, without mentionng ADHD at all!
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A Response to the First Chapter of Walter Benn Michael's Book the Trouble with DiversityWhat is diversity? Does race really exist? Is culture more, or less, important than race? These are some of the questions explored in Walter Benn Michael's controversial book.
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Don't Pay a Ton of Money for College TextbooksCollege is very expensive. But textbooks don't have to be Here are a few ways to make sure you don't pay more than you absolutely need to for books!
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Understanding Different Preschool Education Programs and PhilosophiesMontessori, Waldorf, High/Scope... All of the choices are enough to make a parent's head spin! What are the differences, and which type would be the best fit for your child? Here is some basic information about many different preschool program methods, to help you choose.
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How to Choose the Right Childcare Center for Your ChildMost childcare centers do provide quality care for kids... but some don't. Here's how you can tell the difference!
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Apple Themed Activities for the FallDon't forget that Johnny Appleseed Day is September 26! Here are some ideas for apple-themed activities to help you and yurfamily celebrate!
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National Play-Doh DayWho doesn't have great memories of playing with Play-Doh? For National Play-Doh Day, learn how it was invented, find some cool ideas for playing with it, and maybe even try making your own!
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What to Expect When Meeting Someone with AlzheimersIf you've never been around someone with Alzheimer's before, the idea of talking to someone with this disease can seem scary. But it can actually be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Follow these tips in order to make a connection with a person with Alzheimer's Disease.
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Great Gifts for Children with AutismShopping for a gift for a child with autism can be difficult, especially if you don't know much about autism. Here are a bunch of ideas to help you find the perfect gift!
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Indoor Activities to Do with KidsSummer is coming to an end, and so are all the outdoor activities you've been keeping your kids busy with! But don't panic. There's still plenty of places to go to have fun with your little ones. You just have to know where to look! -
Little Known Holidays in OctoberHalloween isn't the only thing you and your kids have to look forward to in the month of October. You can celebrate every single day! Here is a list of unusual holidays for a month's worth of celebrating!
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Banned Books Week 2008Over the years, many books have been banned from schools and libraries. But whose job is it to decide what we, and our children, can read?
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Keep Kids Creative Week in SeptemberWith the whole world competing to entertain them, kids don't have to use their minds or imaginations to have fun. Lets start encouraging them to use their creativity more often!
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Child Passenger Safety WeekEveryone knows that kids should buckle up when riding in cars. But there are many other factors to think about. During Child Passenger Safety Week, take the time to make sure your kids are as safe as possible when riding in vehicles!
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How to Begin Teaching Toddlers About Shapes - CirclesToddlers' minds need to be stimulated quite a lot! Now is a great time to start teaching them simple concepts, such as shapes. Here are several ideas for activities to teach toddlers about circles. -
How to Use Essential Oils with ChildrenCertain essential oils can help your children study hard in school, feel happy during the day, relax at night, and more!
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Parenting Tips: Creating a Visual Routine Chart for Your Young ChildHow to create a visual chart to help your child learn to follow rules and a routine.
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Setting Up a Reward System for Your ChildEvery parent wants to teach their child good habits. Setting up a reward system, with specific goals in mind, is one way to do this!
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Boing, by Nick BruelEven children who don't usually like story times will enjoy this story about a kangaroo who is learning how to jump!
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Girls with ADHD: A Different Kind of DeficitStatistics show that boys are 3 to 9 times more likely than girls to have ADHD. Yet, in adults, ADHD occurs equally among men and women. Why aren't girls being diagnosed, and who is paying the price?
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Reading to Infants and Toddlers - What and How to Read to Your BabyReading to an infant or toddler is much different from reading to a preschooler. But if you choose the right books, you'll be on the right path to raising a bookworm!
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The Twelve Days of Summer by Jan AndrewsDon't just read this book to your child! Enjoy it together, and then use the story to do interesting projects together,
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How to Have a Cars-Themed Day for KidsMany car-related activities to do with your children.
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Angelo Secchi - the Scientist that History ForgotMany people assume that religion and science contradict each other. But some of science's biggest discoveries were made by a Jesuit priest!
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Virtual Reality in the ClassroomVideo gaming systems, computerized schools, and virtual reality may be replacing traditional classrooms!
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Creating a Sensory Box for Your ChildSome kids just love to get messy! A sensory box will allow them to get elbow-deep in messy fun!
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Activity Themes for Family FunUse themes to come up with activity ideas for your whole family to enjoy!
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Life in Foster Care - An Annotated Bibliography for Children Experiencing Family SeparationLists and describes more than 30 books that can be read to or by children in foster care as a way of helping them come to terms with the situation.