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Credits / Créditos
PROFILE 05 Meeting Dr Jonathan España
Director / Directora : Marianellys Noble mnoble@imaginekm.com
MY HEALTH 06 Dental Emergencies by Dr Elsa Echeverri 10 Prescribing pills to treat poor academic performance 12 Summer camps a positive experience MY FAMILY 14 Changing the way we talk to our kids 16 Calendar of Activities 20 Egg Decorating Ideas 22 Bunny ears for kids 23 Easter egg hunt activities GOURMET 18 Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs
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MY PARTY 24 Matthew Dost 25 Daniela Giovanuchi
On the Cover / Nuestra Portada: Sophie Natalia Camacho-Villamizar, Daphne Aileen Camacho-Villamizar y Tomas Kreiler Watson.
CONTENIDO ESPAÑOL: MI SALUD 28 Nunca es tarde para usar frenillos por Dr Gustavo Salas 30 Campamentos de Verano una experiencia positiva
Photography Studio/ Estudio de fotografía: Sophie Lee /www.nhanphotography.com
MI FAMILIA 31 Ideas para decorar en pascua MI EVENTO 31 Recital navideño presentado por AMOMusic MI FIESTA 32 Frankie Diaz
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Meet Dr Jonathan España Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Board Certified). Dr. España was born in Venezuela and earned his medical degree from the Universidad Central De Venezuela (UCV), in Caracas 1999. After moving to USA he completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, Texas in 2009. He then continued his education and gained a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery (Robotics and Laparoscopic surgery) in 2010 at the Methodist Hospital, Weil Cornell University Houston Texas. In addition to graduating in the top 5% of his class, he received the prestigious Outstanding Resident Role Model Award in 2008(ACGME Award) from the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in teaching. He was also selected as the first place in the annual award of the School of Medicine for formation of a “Bone Bank”. In addtion, Dr. Espana has done extensive research in resuscitation and the treatment of severe burns. His work has resulted in reviewed articles, several abstract presentations and invited book chapters. Currently, Dr. España practices at the Women’s Specialists of Houston at Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women. Dr España offers compassionate care for women of all ages. Besides providing high quality and comprehensive services in general
obstetrics and gynecology; he has developed a special interest in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, including the use of The DaVinci Robot as well as in the evaluation of infertile couples, endometriosis and irregular vaginal bleeding. He is married and in his spare time enjoys traveling, running and spending time with his family and friends. Organizations Texas Medical Association Member American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology Member American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Member Board Certifications: Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialties: Minimally Invasive Gynecological surgery including Robotics and Laparoscopic surgery Jonathan M. España ,M.D Texas Children Hospital Pavilion for Women 6651 Main St. Suite 1500 Houston TX 77030 (713) 797-1144 Www.womenspecialists.com www.imaginekidsmagazine.com 05
My Health
Dental Emergencies by Dr. Elsa Echeverri Dr. Elsa Echeverri / Dr. Elizabeth Briceño
When your child needs urgent dental treatment, your pediatric dentist stands ready to help. Please keep his (her) emergency number available and convenient. The first step is to calm your child, letting them know you are going to help them with their problem. Your Child Has a Toothache: Over the counter pain medication for children, dosed according to your child’s weight and age, might ease the symptoms temporarily. You may apply cold compresses. Do not put heat or aspirin on the sore area. Call your pediatric dentist promptly. Your Child’s Baby tooth is Knocked Out: Try to find the Tooth to make sure it is not embedded into the gum. The baby tooth should not be placed back into the socket due to potential subsequent damage to the developing permanent tooth. Contact and visit your pediatric dentist as soon as possible. Your Child’s Permanent Tooth is Knocked Out: True emergency and immediate action is necessary. Find the tooth and rinse it gently in water, remembering to hold tooth by the crown, not the root. Inspect the tooth for obvious fractures. If the tooth is sound, immediately try to place back in the socket and hold with a clean gauze or washcloth. If you can’t put it back in socket, place the tooth in a clean container with cold milk, saliva, saline solution (contact lens solution) or water. For older patients, the tooth may be carried in the patient’s mouth between the teeth and cheeks. Get to the pediatric dentist office immediately. The faster you act, the better the chance of saving the tooth. 06 www.imaginekidsmagazine.com
A Tooth is Chipped or Fracture: The options may range from simple reshaping of the tooth to root canal therapy and crowns, or even extraction. Quick action can save the tooth, prevent infection and reduce the need for extensive dental treatment. Cut or Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek: Rinse the area with water and apply ice to injured areas to help control swelling. If there is bleeding, apply firm gentle pressure with gauze or washcloth. Call your pediatric dentist office if the bleeding is not controlled easily with pressure. A Severe Blow to the Head or a Jaw Fracture: You need immediate medical attention. A severe head injury can be life threatening. Keep in mind that an emergency medical team might be able to reach you faster, than you trying to get to the hospital. Preventing Dental Injuries: Your child’s risk of dental injuries can be reduced greatly by following a few suggestions. First, reduce risks for severe oral injury in sports by wearing protective gear, including a mouth guard. Second, always use a car seat for young children. Third, Do not allow your child to put any foreign objects in the mouth. Dr. Elsa Alfonzo Echeverri Dr. Elizabeth Briceño Pediatric Dentists Echeverri Dental Center Call us at 713-956-8767 www.echeverridental.com
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Prescribing pills to treat poor academic performance The pills boost focus and impulse control in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Although A.D.H.D is the diagnosis, some call the disorder “made up” and “an excuse” to prescribe the pills to treat what others consider the children’s true ill — poor academic performance in inadequate schools. Some doctors are prescribing stimulants to struggling students in schools starved of extra money — not to treat A.D.H.D., necessarily, but to boost their academic performance. Some experts note that as wealthy students abuse stimulants to raise already-good grades in colleges and high schools, the medications are being used on low-income elementary school children with faltering grades and parents eager to see them succeed. Children with academic problems are essentially “mismatched with their environment, as their families can rarely afford behavior-based therapies like tutoring and family counseling and ultimately medication becomes the most reliable and pragmatic way to redirect the student toward success. Some experts see little harm in a responsible physician using A.D.H.D. medications to help a struggling student. Others fear that doctors are exposing children to unwarranted physical and psychological risks. Reported side effects of the drugs have included growth suppression, increased blood pressure and, in rare cases, psychotic episodes. A.D.H.D. which is characterized by severe inattention and impulsivity, is an increasingly common psychiatric diagnosis among American youth: about 9.5 percent of Americans ages 4 to 17 were judged to have it in 2007, or about 5.4 million children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The reported prevalence of the disorder has risen steadily for more than a decade, with 10 www.imaginekidsmagazine.com
s o m e doctors gratified by its widening recognition but others fearful that the diagnosis, and the drugs to treat it, are handed out too loosely and at the exclusion of no pharmaceutical therapies. The Drug Enforcement Administration classifies these medications as Schedule II Controlled Substances because they are particularly addictive. Long-term effects of extended use are not well understood, said many medical experts. Some of them worry that children can become dependent on the medication well into adulthood; long after any A.D.H.D. symptoms can dissipate. According to guidelines published last year by the American Academy of Pediatrics, physicians should use one of several behavior rating scales, some of which feature dozens of categories, to make sure that a child not only fits criteria for A.D.H.D., but also has no related condition like dyslexia or oppositional defiant disorder, in which intense anger is directed toward authority figures. However, a 2010 study in the Journal of Attention Disorders suggested that at least 20 percent of doctors said they did not follow this protocol when making their A.D.H.D. diagnoses, with many of them following personal instinct. There is concern, however, that the rising use of stimulants in this manner can threaten what is called “the authenticity of development”. Children are still in the developmental phase, and we still don’t know how these drugs biologically affect the developing brain. For educators, A.D.H.D. is a very controversial subject and for many children it is a serious learning disability. Diagnosis rates of A.D.H.D. have risen as sharply as school funding has declined.
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Summer Camps a Positive Experience Believe it or not it’s that time again to plan summer vacation for the kids. Attending summer camp has been proven to be a positive experience for children. It helps with psychosocial development, builds self-esteem, teaches independence and promotes leadership. Therefore it is very much recommended. However, before choosing a camp, a parents should assess their child’s interests, overall physical and mental wellbeing as well as maturity level if an overnight camp is being considered. Here are some questions parents should ask when choosing a camp, especially overnight camps. 1) Is the camp accredited by the American Camp Association?, which means they have to follow certain standards for safety health regulations and type of programs offered. 2) Are camp counselors CPR certified? And also what is the screening process when hired (criminal record, previous employment) 12 www.imaginekidsmagazine.com
3) What is the counselor to child ratio? 4) What is the camp’s practice for hydration? 5) What is the camp’s protocol in case of an emergency? Now, Once a camp is chosen is time to get your child ready. Make sure that all immunizations are up to date and make an appointment early if a camp physical is needed. Also make sure the camp has multiple contact options to be reached in order of an emergency, and at the same time find out what is the best way for you to contact your child. Hope everyone has a experience this summer.
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Kathrym España, MD Texas Children Pediatrics Fannin
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Changing the way we talk to our kids The way that we talk to our kids has a huge impact on their learning and the ability to listen to us. The use of positive language has proven to give your children more confidence, makes them feel happier, helps them behave better, encourages them to try harder achieving success.
I like the way you do that - I’m pleased with (proud of) you - That’s good - Very nice Good work- Good for you - That’s the way - Much better – That’s right- You’re doing better - That’s perfect Good idea - What a cleaver idea- I like to way you -It made me feel really happy
It is very important that you try not to say “no” or “don’t” all of the time. There is no doubt that if we say, “Don’t forget to… ” or “No running inside” or “Don’t stand up when eating on the table” your child will not listen to you . Instead, try to reword what you want them to do. For example, “Please, remember to …” or “You need to walk, please” This requires much practice but is well worth the effort because children thrive on positive attention. Children need to feel loved and appreciated. Most parents find that it is easier to provide negative feedback rather than positive feedback. Using some of the phrases below on a daily basis with your child, you will find that he or she will start paying more attention to you and will try harder to please you
Remember that talking with kids is a two way street. Talk with them and then hear what they have to say. Listening is just as important as talking
Always try to use words of encouragement and praise like: Yes - Good - Fine Very good - Excellent - Marvelous - That’s right Correct - Keep it up - Way to go -Wonderful
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Activities for kids Free days at The Houston Zoo March 5 and April 2 . It offers free admission to guests on the first Tuesday of each month, September through May, from 2 p.m. until closing.Every day we have more than a dozen Meet the Keeper Talks. Catch a sea lion show, see the elephants get a bath, or maybe even touch a snake or an armadillo! www.houstonzoo.org Meeting Nancy Krulik, author of Katie Kazoo and George Brown, Class Clown, will appear at Blue Willow Bookshop Thursday, March 7, at 5:00 pm www.bluewillowbookshop.com/ Spring Break Concert for Kids March 11, 2013 - March 11, 2013 Discovery Green 11:30 am The Baby Isaac Crew - The Hottest Mascot Group in the World presents Baby Isaac’s Mission 30/60 - Music, Dance, Exercise & Fun hosted by Mr. Goorah! www.upliftcomics.com Destination Celebration Spring Break Bash March 09 through March 17, 2013 (Recurring daily) Children’s Museum of Houston.There’s something new to do and celebrate every day of Spring Break 16 www.imaginekidsmagazine.com
at America’s No. 1 children’s museum and Houston’s ultimate family destination! www.cmhouston.org Also known as Rodeo Houston, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is so much more.. Now - March 17, 2013 at Reliant Park also offers entertainment spectaculars featuring the country’s most popular music starts. www.RodeoHouston.com Kids Country Carnival Schedule Now– March 17 Monday – Friday: 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to midnight March 11 – 17 (Spring Break Stampede) Monday – Friday: 1 p.m. to midnight Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to midnight. Find kid-friendly rides and games that award winners with prizes around every bend! With more rides and games added to the all-day carnival line-up, the childfriendly area opens as early as 11 a.m. on weekdays. www.rodeohouston.com Bayou Bend Family Day Sunday, March 24, 2013 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens 6003 Memorial Drive
Free Admission. An amazing day of fun and entertainment, activities, music, demonstrations, performances, craft workshops, giveaways, and more abound throughout the home and gardens. www.mfah.org Mom Expo Houston 2013, April 26 10.00 AM to 3.00 PM /April 27 from10.00 AM to 4.00 PM Mom of young families will enjoy Exhibitors-Samples-DemonstrationsLectures and more. Bring the kids Play stations, craft zone and entertainment for them. www.Houstonmomexpo.com Disney in Concert with Houston Symphony Sat, March 30, 7:30pm – 10:00pm 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002 Jones Hall. Houston Symphony Pops Special. Every new generation has a favorite Disney movie, whether it’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Pocahontas, Aladdin or The Lion King. Be enchanted by the music and stunning visuals of these Disney masterpieces and more. www.houstonsymphony.org. Maya 2012: Prophecy Becomes History Now through March 31, 2013 Maya civilization was one of the longestlived in the Americas. A Stone Age culture, the ancient Maya developed the most advanced writing system in the New World and domesticated plants we all still enjoy eating, for example corn. www.hmns.org Meet Kevin Henkes, Thursday, April 4 Author and illustrator of Penny and Her Doll as well as Lilly and Her Purple Plastic Purse, will appear at Blue Willow Bookshop at 5:00 pm www.bluewillowbookshop.com The Houston Children’s Festival, The largest children’s festival in the United States! April 6 & 7, 2013 * Saturday & Sunday * 10:30 am – 6:30 pm.The Houston Children’s Festival.Celebrating its 25th year in 2013, it is one of Houston’s signature events and has developed into one of the primary fund-raisers for Child Advocates. Downtown Houston City Hall, Houston Public Library Plaza & Tranquility Park www.houstonchildrensfestival.com
Kids Artistic Review Dance Competition Friday, April 12, 2013 (All day) - Sunday, April 14, 2013 (All day) Reliant Center Houston, TX 77054.Kids Artistic Revue “America’s Favorite Dance Competition!” just turned it up a notch! Come watch and cheer on the best of the best! Houston International Festival Saturday, April 20, 2013 901 Bagby St., Houston, TX 77002. Annual food and music festival in downtown. Featured country is Brazil. Among the featured music headliners are Bootsy Collins, The Wailers, Aaron Neville and Diogo Nogueira. More info at www.ifest.org Disney on Ice Wed, April 17, 12am – Mon, April 22, 12am One Reliant Park, Houston, TX 77054 At Reliant Stadium -- More info at www.reliantpark.com Reading with Tom Angleberger Monday April 22 at 5:00 pm, author of The Strange Case of Origami Yoda, will appear at Blue Willow Bookshop. www.bluewillowbookshop.com Meet Mo Willems Tuesday, April 23, at 5:00 pm, author of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and Knuffle Bunny, will appear at Meadow Wood Elementary School. For more information, contact Blue Willow Bookshop, www.bluewillowbookshop.com 26th Art Car Parade Sat, May 11, 1pm – 3pm 1100 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002 Watch as more than 250 rolling works of art turn concrete into a colorful canvas to celebrate the artist in everyone! Mobile masterpieces motor down Allen Parkway in the world’s oldest and largest Art Car Parade. More info at www.orangeshow.org and www.thehoustonartcarparade.com. LEGO KidsFest is coming to Houston, Texas May 17-19, 2013! LEGO KidsFest brings all of the creative hands-on, mindson fun of LEGO building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainmentpacked family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests. www.legokidsfest.com/houston/ www.imaginekidsmagazine.com 17
Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs Recipe for 36
• 1 16 oz. Box Confectioners Sugar • 2 Cups Peanut Butter • 1 teaspoon Vanilla • 1/2 Cup Melted Butter (1/4 cup if you use regular, not natural, peanut butter) • 16 (1 oz.) Squares Semi-Sweet Chocolate • 2 Tablespoons Shortening
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine confectioners sugar, peanut butter, butter and vanilla. If you need more moisture, add a little milk. Mix until blended. Shape into 36 eggs keeping them flat on the bottom. Freeze eggs for at least 1 hour. 2. When the eggs have frozen, place shortening and chocolate in top of double boiler. Melt over medium heat, stirring until smooth. 3. Stick a fork in the bottom of a peanut butter egg. Dip it in melted chocolate to cover. Drain on waxed paper. Decorate the eggs while wet if you are attaching stick-on type decorations. Otherwise, wait until they are dry to add icing. You can also try using crunchy peanut butter. If you’re feeling really adventurous, throw in some Rice Krispies for even more crunch. Keep in mind that kids actually help so they may not look like Martha Stewart’s eggs, but they’re delicious.
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Egg Decorating Ideas
Blowing: Emptying eggs lets you save your creations. An adult should pierce egg at both ends with a utility knife, widening one hole a bit. Poke a straightened paper clip through wide hole; stir yolk. Place ear syringe in smaller hole; squeeze. Contents will pour out. (Wash hands well.) Dyeing: It’s easy to make dye: Cover the work area with paper towels. In a jar, mix 1 teaspoon vinegar, 20 drops food coloring, and 1 cup warm water. Submerge the egg (keep it down with a paper cup containing water). Soak 5 minutes for light colors and 10 minutes for darker shades. Remove the
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egg with tongs. A homemade rack of pins and foam board makes for even drying and quick cleanup. Decorating: Dye or paint should be fully dry before beginning. Affix features with white glue (on crepe paper, use tiny dots of glue); let dry at least 20 minutes. Glue on feet or legs first so egg will stand. For ears and combs, dab glue on edge of felt or crepe paper, affix piece, let dry, then fold up. Add small details like eyes with tempera paint or a marker. Who knows just what will hatch from a child’s imagination?
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Bunny Ears for Kids
Keep the kids happy this Easter with these easy-to-make bunny ears craft. What you’ll need: White poster board Pink construction paper Scissors Pencil Tacky glue or school glue Tape or stapler Easter stickers, optional Markes, crayons, or colored pencils; optional
How to make it: Cut a strip of poster board about 2” wide by about 24” long. Cut out 2 ears out of poster board each about 8 1/2” long x 3 1/2” wide. Cut out 2 smaller ears out of pink construction paper. Glue the pink ears inside the white ears. Glue the ears inside the band, positioning to fit behind the child’s head. Let the child decorate the head band with stickers, markers, crayons, or colored pencils if they wish. Tape or staple the band to fit the child. Cut off any excess.
Happy Easter to you all from your friends at
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Easter egg hunt Activities
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Easter seek find words Candy - Chocolate - Hiding Eggs Egg Hunt - Easter - Pastel Bunny
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The cake, a wonderful creation.
Delicious cupcakes.
Detailed chocolate milk bottles an amazing touch to the decoration
Beautiful, hand made, luxury cotton party bags
Theme : Cookie Monster from Sesame Street Decoration: Eclat Events www.eclateventdesign.com Cake: Eleonora Tamayo 24 www.imaginekidsmagazine.com
Every delicate touch of party an unforgettable day
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Brother Alfonso and Daniela
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Daniela with her Mom, Carmen
Theme: Dora The Explorer Location: The Giovanuchi Residence Activities: Dancing, fun games and raffles
Bright and wonderful decorations
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Mi Salud
Nunca es tarde...
para usar frenillos... Si tienes encías y dientes sanos, así como también fuertes estructuras óseas, nunca serás muy viejo para comenzar un tratamiento de ortodoncia En años anteriores asociábamos y relacionábamos los brackets o frenillos como un sinónimo o una etapa de la adolescencia, otros recuerdan su tratamiento como una de las peores etapas estéticas de su vida, pero la gran mayoría de las personas que hemos tenido braces coincidimos en que gracias a ellos hoy podemos lucir y mostrar a la sociedad una sonrisa perfecta. Hoy en día los avances tecnológicos han hecho que los frenillos o brackets sean más pequeños, menos visibles y mucho más importante que sean menos incómodos que antes. En realidad, muchos de los casos pueden ser tratados con brackets transparentes o alineadores transparentes (Invisalign) lo que ha traído como consecuencia que muchos adultos ahora están dispuestos a recibir tratamiento. Es tanto así, que aquí en los Estados Unidos 1 de cada 5 pacientes es mayor de 18 años de edad, un 20 % al 25 % o más de los pacientes que hoy en día comienza un tratamiento con braces son adultos ,y de ellos , más de la mitad son del sexo femenino. 28 www.imaginekidsmagazine.com
Algunos adultos expresan gran preocupación que al comenzar un tratamiento de ortodoncia a su edad podría ser mucho más dificultoso, doloroso y que podría tomar más tiempo que un tratamiento para un adolescente, lo cual no es totalmente cierto ya que mover dientes a cualquier edad envuelve el mismo proceso. El tiempo que toma un tratamiento para ser terminado exitosamente dependerá más en la severidad del caso, la cooperación del paciente y la posición de los maxilares. El tratamiento de los adultos pudiera tomar un poco más de tiempo porque los huesos faciales ya no crecen más, sin embargo, los adultos tienen la tendencia a cooperar muchos más con el tratamiento y seguir las instrucciones del ortodoncista haciendo que el tratamiento sea mas corto comparado con el los adolescentes. Cabe recalcar que es muy importante continuar con su visita al odontólogo general por lo menos cada 6 meses. Y recuerde que nunca es tarde para el uso de los frenillos... No hay límites de edad!!! Gustavo Salas, DDS., MS. www.AshfordOrthodontics.com
Campamentos de verano una experiencia positiva Lo creas o no, llego otra vez el momento de planificar las vacaciones de verano para los niños. Asistir a campamentos de verano ha probado ser una experiencia muy positiva para los niños. Les ayuda con el desarrollo psicosocial, fortalece la autoestima, enseña la independencia y promueve el liderazgo. Por lo tanto, es muy recomendable. Sin embargo, antes de elegir un campamento los padres deben evaluar los intereses de sus hijos, el bienestar general físico y mental, así como el nivel de madurez sobretodo si se esta considerando un campamento nocturno o de larga estadia. Aquí hay algunas preguntas que los padres deben hacer al elegir un campamento: 1) ¿Es el campamento acreditado por la Sociedad Americana de Campamentos (American Camp Association)?,Eso es importante ya que deben seguir ciertas normas de seguridad, normas de salud y el tipo de programas que se ofrecen. 2) ¿Estan los consejeros del campamento certificados en Reanimacion Cardiopulmonar 30 www.imaginekidsmagazine.com
(CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) ? Y también lo que es el proceso de selección cuando fue contratado (antecedentes penales, el empleo anterior, etc) 3) ¿Cuál es la proporcion consejero por niño? 4) ¿Cuál es la práctica del campamento con respecto a la hidratación? 5) ¿Cuál es el protocolo del campamento en caso de una emergencia? Ahora, una vez que se elija un campamento es el momento de preparar a su hijo. Asegúrese de que todas las vacunas estén al día y hacer una cita con tiempo si requiere examen físico. También asegúrese de que el campamento posea múltiples opciones de contacto al momento de ocurrir una emergencia, y al mismo tiempo descubrir cuál es la mejor manera de ponerse en contacto con su hijo. Espero que todos tengan una experiencia muy positiva en sus respectivos campamentos este verano. Kathrym Espana, MD Texas Children Pediatría Fannin
Ideas para Decorar en Pascua Soplado o Vaciado : Vaciado de huevos te permite guardar tus creaciones. Un adulto debe perforar el huevo en ambos extremos con un cuchillo, tratando de dejar un orificio mas grande, meta un clip enderezado a través del orificio ; revuelva la yema. Coloque la jeringa en el agujero más pequeño; apriete el contenido y este se derramará por el otro orificio. (Lavar bien las manos.) Tintura o Pintura: Es fácil hacer la tintura: Cubra el área de trabajo con toallas de papel. En un recipiente, mezcle 1 cucharadita de vinagre, 20 gotas de colorante alimentario, y 1 taza agua tibia. Sumerja el huevo (manténgalo abajo con un vaso de papel que contenga agua). Remoje por 5 minutos para colores claros y 10 minutos para los tonos más oscuros. Quite el huevo con unas tenazas. Busque una superficie de goma espuma o anime donde pueda colocar un tablero de alfileres casero . Coloque allí los huevitos para un secado uniforme y limpieza rápida. Decoración: La tintura o pintura debe estar completamente seca antes de comenzar. Para los detalles adhieralos con pegamento blanco (use papel crepe y pequeños puntos de pegamento), deje secar por lo menos 20 minutos. Aplique pegamento en pies o piernas, primero, así el huevo se mantendrá de pie. Para los oídos y la cresta, agregue pegamento en el borde de el fieltro o papel crepé, fije la pieza, deje secar, luego doble hacia arriba. Añadir los pequeños detalles como los ojos con pintura o un marcador. ¡Deje volar la imaginación del niño!
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Mi Evento
Recital Navide単o presentado por AMOMusic Profesoras Aracely y Martha Lopez Fecha Diciembre 15 , 20127
Angela Suarez
Isabel Fernandez
Juan Diego Lugo y Diego A Landaeta
Mariangel y Jan Loaiza
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Isabella y Mario Urdaneta
Miguel y Gabriel Garibaldi
Renzo Biassi y Valerie Barreto
Valerie y Hilarie Barreto
Alejandro Jimenez Rocha
Sonrisas y mucho talento fueron parte de una amena tarde.
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Mi Fiesta
Daniella Diaz
aĂąos Cumple . r e 3 u ando s Celebr ie Diaz
Frank
Lindas amigas dirfrutando el cumpleaĂąos de Frank
Vanessa y Valeria Tolino
Frank con sus padres
Lugar: Monkey Joe’s Motivo: Spiderman Su pastel con motivo de Spiderman
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