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An educator in my pre-Mommy life I now spend my days educating my two tiny students.
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Quick and Easy Valentine's Day Ideas for PreschoolersIt isn't necessary to spend a lot of money, or a lot of time, to make Valentine's Day a special day for the little ones in your life. It's often just the simple little touches that children remember, and talk about, for months to come. -
Childbirth While Battling Influenza A: My ExperiencePregnant and unsure of whether to get a flu shot or not? Read about my scary experience. It may make your decision a little easier.
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Un-Halloween Fun: A Memorable Celebration for Those Who May Not Celebrate HalloweenNot everyone celebrates Halloween. Here are some great ideas for a fun fall celebration! -
Potty Training: What DIDN'T Work for MeSome key components may be in place, but it all has to fall together before a child can be potty trained successfully.
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Parents and Teachers: Working Together to Meet a Common GoalEffective parent-teacher communication can be tricky, but if each party is willing to invest time and effort, the result can be very rewarding.
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The Ins and Outs of the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, NebraskaA fun, inexpensive adventure for the whole family. Great exhibits with new additions being added often. -
Start the School Year Off Right - Helpful Tips for Beginning TeachersPreparation, and realistic expectations, will help you to have a successful start to your school year and will give you momentum for the remainder of the year as well.
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Bye-Bye, Pacifier! - Weaning an Older Child from Their Beloved Soothing MechanismMy sweet baby girl began using a pacifier at three weeks old. I blinked and she was two years old, and still using a pacifier. The pacifier had to go. Here's the creative technique we used.
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Celebrating Birthdays that May Be Overlooked by the Holiday RushIt seems like it is always a struggle to help children feel unique and special when their birthday falls during a busy time of the year. One solution I used when I taught preschool was the half birthday party.