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Gifted Children: Could Your Child Be Gifted?
Gifted children are children whose abilities, talents and potentials are so
outstanding that they set the child apart from his or her peers. Giftedness is
generally considered to mean an IQ of 130 or above, along with high performance in
any one...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Rita Milios
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The Easy Button Is The Sign of the Apocalypse
Have you ever had the pleasure of standing in a cashier’s line when, for any number of reasons, the computer goes down? Have you had to deal with the vapid stare of the clerk who informs you that they will be unable to complete the transaction bec...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Dawn Worthy
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Profound Question
“How do you feel when people are mean to you?” I asked. It was one of those rare “teachable moments.” My five year old grandson and I were sitting on the porch swing, enjoying a warm spring day. I had his undivided attention (or so I thought), so ...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Marsha Jordan
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Night Sounds
Cobi is five years old. Like most kids his age, he doesn’t understand the reasoning behind going to sleep when he still has energy left and there are still hours in the day. One night I was unusually tired and eager to get some sleep, but Cobi wa...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Marsha Jordan
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Recess Boo Boos
My grandson started kindergarten this week. It’s always tough when a distant dream becomes a frightening reality. The adjustment has been difficult. The first day was long and filled with anxiety. There was great apprehension, much fear and worr...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Marsha Jordan
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Talk to Your Teens About Sex (Even if it Makes You Blush)
Your teens may be sexually active or thinking about it. Teens get most of their sex information from peers and much of it is false. For example, some teens think drinking a can of soda pop before sex prevents pregnancy. How many other falsehoods...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Harriet Hodgson
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Bird Flu Blues – Helping Kids Cope With Bad News
My son Josh was scared. You could see it in his little face. Angst was written all over him. His knuckles were as white as his t-shirt. He starred down. “What’s up?” I asked with a smile hoping to relieve his fears. “Daddy,” he nervously replied, “...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Ron Kernahan
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Mature Parenting: Its Not Just A Job, Its A Career
The world has always been a complex place. Parents have always thought that their children suffered from having it too easy because of technological advancement. Children have always thought their parents were out of touch with the happenings of ...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Dawn Worthy
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Kids Not Listening? - Top 10 Tips to Deal With It!
As parents we have all faced it. The kids are not listening to you without you repeating yourself over and over and it's driving you crazy. You give them chances or count to ten and they still won't listen. Here are some tips to deal with it.
1. Co...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Cathy Gariety
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Harry Potter; Hero or Heathen?
Whether you are 2 years old or 82, you’ve probably heard of Harry Potter. Maybe you too did not understand who he is but he’s everywhere! I started out doing some history research about Halloween, but curiosity once again dragged me elsewhere, int...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Audrey Lizee
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The Day I Tried Saying Yes: Inspiration for Control Freak Parents
You know how sometimes the most profound conversations with your kids occur in the midst of totally mundane activities? Well, last night I was parking the car at the grocery store, and my 8 year old daughter says to me in a voice full of awe, “Mom...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Karen Alonge
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Devotion: One Mothers Perspective
As I gently wake in the morning to the sun’s first subtle peek through my dark bamboo shades, I turn onto my left side and a smile quickly overtakes the corners of my mouth. My senses are filled with my precious child, peacefully slumbering, and ...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Deborah Shipley
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Grandparenting Ceremony
As if the stress of raising kids in today's hustle-bustle world isn't enough, with both of you working and the price of everything going through the roof; let's add to your family situation a couple of well-intentioned, "experienced" child-rearing ...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Scott Morris
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Birthday Party Ideas for Children Ages 2-12
Need a few birthday tips and ideas for the next birthday party in your household? Here’s a variety of suggestions that we think will help you make your child’s birthday party fun, special and easy for you.
Birthday Party Tips for the Young and the ...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Boyd Norwood
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Adoption: New Trends for International Adoptive Families
Elana, born in Russia, was told “We really don’t know why your birth family couldn’t care for you.””
Katie, adopted from China, cherishes an item from a birth parent: a red note that was enclosed with her blanket.
Peter grew up celebrating his birt...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Beth O'Malley
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Tips for Single Parents: How Not to Lose Your Mind
Prioritize.
Since you are the only adult person running the show, you have to learn which things are important and which are not.
Learn to say No.
Accept the fact that there are some things that you just cannot do. After all, you’re just one perso...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : DeAnna Spencer
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Lessons for Life: Childhood Talents
Red Skelton said:
If you have a talent,
It is a gift from God.
If you develop that talent,
It is a gift to God.
When our children were young, we tinkered with their surroundings. We knew that each of our five children had talents, but what w...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : John T Jones, Ph.D.
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Stop Shoulding on Yourself: Parenting Without Resentment
Parenting extroverted children sure can be exhausting for an introvert. Constant noise, questions, chatter. No room in my head to hear myself think. Actually, now that my kids are finally in bed, and I CAN hear myself think, I realize that I’ve ...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Karen Alonge
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Kids Can Clean House, Too!
Even the youngest members of the family can help out around the house
There’s a pattern in American households that’s been emerging and it’s harmful for kids. Kids have essentially gone from being contributors to the household, to being waited on h...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Kathryn Weber
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Parenting Teenagers: Parents Causing Teens Pain
Have you heard the expression: “A parent is only as happy as her unhappiest child?” That sentiment has rung true for parents many times, as unfortunate as that is. A child suffering from a failed attempt at something he cared about, a social rebuff...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Sue Blaney
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What is an Au Pair?
* A common question asked by many parents looking for child care alternatives is, "What is an au pair?". To answer this question let's look at the actual definition of 'au pair'. It is pronounced “o pair” in French, and means "on par" or equal, den...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Julie Bille
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Using Reward Charts - Hints and Tips
Reward charts:
Help parents so they do not need to rely on punishment as a means of discipline.
Offer a structured system to manage discipline and give clear boundaries to the child.
Are fun and flexible - Use them in a way that works for you and y...
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rating : 0.00, 0 votes. Author : Kim Papworth
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