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We’ll Paint the Octopus Red, and other Down syndrome resources
Posted on April 4, 2013 by Jennifer in Books & ReadingIn this picture book by Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen, six-year-old Emma is getting used to the idea of having a new baby brother or sister. First she isn’t sure it will be very fun, but then she and her dad think of all sorts of fun things Emma will be able to teach her new sibling, like [...]
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Parking Lot Rules & 75 Other Ideas for Raising Amazing Children by Tom Sturges
Posted on March 27, 2013 by Children's Department Staff in Books & Reading, ParentingThis book puts an interesting spin on the sometimes difficult world of parenting. Topics vary from trying new things to having simple manners. From these 76 rules, children will learn more from, behave for, and respect you. This book uses simple strategies like “smiling when your child walks into the room” to encourage children to [...]
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The Way I Feel Books by Cornelia Maude Spelman
Posted on March 22, 2013 by Grace in Books & Reading, ParentingIdentifying and describing emotions can be hard even for grown-ups, but for a child without necessary vocabulary it can be really difficult. The Way-I-Feel books by Cornelia Maude Spelman feature small animals who describe their emotions and the way that it effects their behavior. In each story the character also tells the reader how they [...]
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Kindergarten Open House
Posted on March 22, 2013 by Jennifer in ActivitiesUSD 383 Kindergarten Open Houses begin next week. All children who will be 5 years old by August 31, 2013 are invited to attend. Parents who are not sure which school their child will attend can call the Education Center at 587-2000. USD 383 Kindergarten Open House Schedule – Spring 2013 Amanda Arnold – March [...]
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Preschool Round Up
Posted on March 22, 2013 by Jennifer in ActivitiesPreschool Round Up is an opportunity for parents to become informed and prepared for their children to enter preschool. Some local sites that offer full day and half day preschool programs have sessions in April. If you are interested, you can contact the schools to get further information. All of the school contact information is [...]
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Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline by Becky Bailey
Posted on March 16, 2013 by Jessica in Books & Reading, ParentingLet’s be honest here. Every child goes through a stage (or five) where they are easy to love, but difficult to discipline. Every parent gets tired and stressed and just wants the kids to cooperate. Here are some strategies for how to make that happen. As much as I would love to say that it [...]
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Do Unto Otters by Laurie Keller
Posted on March 11, 2013 by Jessica in Books & ReadingThe Rabbits have new neighbors, and they are a bit unsure about them. The neighbors are otters, and the Rabbits have never met an otter family before. Will they get along? How should they treat the Otters? Luckily, another neighbor, Owl, drops in to teach them the Golden Rule: Do unto otters as you would [...]
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Using Books to Help Talk about Anger
Posted on March 5, 2013 by Jennifer in Books & Reading, ParentingIt can be difficult to deal with a child who is feeling very angry, but every child gets that way sometimes. It’s helpful to allow children to talk about or imitate angry feelings when they are not in the heat of the moment. Choose a book like Little Critter’s I Was So Mad by Mercer [...]
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Fun with Firefighters!
Posted on February 27, 2013 by Children's Department Staff in Activities, CraftsNational Firefighter Day (April 1) is quickly approaching! What better way to teach your children about their work than through fun crafts and activities! This website features coloring pages, the alphabet, and much more about community helpers! Kids will love learning about the people that help in their community all while enjoying everyday crafts and [...]
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First Facts: Community Helpers at Work
Posted on February 24, 2013 by Grace in Books & ReadingThe First Facts: Community Helpers at Work series is a great way to introduce early readers to community helpers. Each books follows a community helper through their day with a clock in the corner of each page-spread to show the time of day that they do each task. These books are easy to read [...]
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