Staten Island Parent September 2013

SEPTEMBER 2013

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TEENS & SMARTPHONES

How You Can Keep Them Safe

BOOKS & BULLYING

Initiating a Discussion About Coping with Bullies

The Benefits of

Music Lessons

Cover Kid Winner

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COVER STORY The Benefits of Music Lessons Music lessons compete with a host of other activities for our childrens' time and our money. How do we determine if music lessons are right for our child? Does it really make a difference in the long run if we expose our children to music education? The evidence of several studies supports the conclusion that the benefits of music lessons outweigh the cost and inconvenience it poses to parents to provide them.

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ARTICLES

82 Nurturing Self-Love in Children

26 Dressed, Fed and Out the Door!

10 simple steps to take

Tried and true ways to control the morning chaos

104 Help Make Your Child’s School Healthier

30 Books and Bullying Using books to address this serious issue

Improving healthy options

34 Gifts for Grandparents

120 When to Call the Pediatrician Helpful info for parents

Be sure to review safety tips with your children

126 Common Eye Myths

40 Sweet Memories

Separate fact from fiction

Grandparents and grandchildren staying connected

50 Smartphones How to keep your kids safe

52 Help Your ADD/ADHD Student Succeed Tips for boosting academic self-esteem

58 Safety Hazards Around the House Keep your family safe and sound at home

S. I. LIVING 20 Community & School News 80 Facebook Chatter 86 Family Calendar

78 What To Do If Your Child Complains of Heartburn Common reasons for GERD

109 Find the Hidden Cake 119 Prodigy Car Seat Giveaway

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54 Growing Up Online

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62 Ask the Doctor

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116 Parent & Child Time

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119 Birth Announcements

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56 64 Is Your Child Stuttering?

72 Differences between normal & abnormal disfluency 118 74 Help Teens Become Better Drivers 124 Reduce the risk of a car accident

108 Contest Winners

Keeping Mom and baby healthy

38 Teach Your Child to Be Safe on the School Bus

The best of fall produce

4 7-Piece Cookware Giveaway

112 Exercise Safely During Pregnancy 136 Birthday Club

Homemade gifts for grandparents to cherish

46 Embrace Autumn Fruits and Vegetables

CONTESTS & CLUBS

FAMILY NEEDS

Cover Kid Closeup - Latreo Hui

110 It’s In The Cards

Back to School Product Review

128 Party Services

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132 Family Classifieds

Senior Solutions Product Review

134 Professional Directory

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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER Dear Readers, September has arrived!

For so many of us, this month brings with it a cluster of mixed emotions. Are you looking forward to the structure a new school year brings? Like the popular TV commercial playing “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” are you smiling that the kids are going back to school?

Public schools are beginning a little later this year, affording us the opportunity to relax and enjoy a few extra days following Labor Day then ease into back to school mode.

For those celebrating Jewish holidays, we wish you a very Happy New Year.

This month’s cover story "The Benefits of Music Lessons" discusses skills like self-discipline and time management that are learned when music lessons are introduced into a child's life. My daughter took piano lessons when she was young. I always felt it was an important and fun experience in her childhood. I hope you are able to find a suitable instrument that your child can enjoy.

Don’t forget Grandparents Day on Sunday, September 8th. Need ideas on what to get those special grandparents in your child’s life? Check out our article on page 34 for some thoughtful crafts that are easy, creative, and sure to be cherished for years to come. (Hint: I like the placemat project, in case my step grandchildren were thinking of making me something!)

As parents, we all strive to set up our children to succeed but may not be sure of the best ways to achieve that result. "10 Steps to Nurturing Self-Love in Your Children" on page 84 shows us simple ways to help a child learn this important tool in building self-esteem and confidence.

I’ve always been particularly fond of September for the opportunity it presents to make some changes in my life. The to-do list of things I’ve put aside during the summer break reappears right in time for me to pick it back up and set goals to accomplish by the end of 2013. What are you planning?

Perhaps daily exercise, such as a 20-minute daily walk or activities like yoga or tai chi? In August, I tried Oprah's 21-Day Meditation Challenge and enjoyed it so much that I plan to continue meditating in September. I know a lot of our readers enjoy energy-infused Zumba classes. Join us on Facebook where we will be asking you to share with other friends some of your ideas and opinions. We can all learn from each other.

One final thought: This month on September 11th, as I pause in reflection for all that day now represents, please know that we at S.I. Parent are thankful for each one of you.

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S.I. LIVING Community & School News

A guide to community events

“Summer is too long!” said no one ever.

Yes, even after the back-to-back-to-back heat waves we sweated through this summer, we will still miss the carefree days of summer. Whether you took a big vacation or decided to stay close to home, we hope you made a lot of great memories with family and friends.

Autumn is just around the corner, and with it comes a whole host of activities and opportunities to make new memories – not to mention cooler weather in which to make them. Here is a sampling of some of the great things going on this summer on and around Staten Island. Enjoy your month—try not to cheer too loudly when the kids go back to school!

The Boardwalk Returns!

The FDR Boardwalk in South Beach and Ocean Breeze has at last reopened in its entirety. It’s been a long nine months since Sandy ravaged it, but we are glad to be able to return to one of our favorite promenades with its gorgeous views of the water and the Verrazano Bridge.

Free WiFi in the Parks In case you needed another reason to return to the boardwalk, here’s one: free WiFi access! Thanks to AT&T, you can get free Internet access at both the FDR Boardwalk and Clove Lakes Park. In addition, you can use AT&T’s free solar mobile charging station at the Staten Island Zoo, the South Beach Boardwalk near South Fin Grill, the Midland Beach Promenade near the Turtle Circle, or LaTourette Golf Course to charge up your mobile devices. So if you’re addicted to your smartphone or tablet, at least get some fresh air!

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exhibit at the Alice Austen House that hearkens back to Austen’s own highly acclaimed portfolio that featured a wide variety of people out and about on New York City streets in 1894. The exhibit features the works of more than a dozen contemporary photographers who have also found their muses in the diverse communities of NYC. These photos– some of which have already made the rounds on social media–are juxtaposed with some of Austen’s own images.

(Imagine what Austen would have thought of Instagram!)

The New Street Types of New York is on display at the Alice Austen House, located at 2 Hylan Blvd., through Sep 29. www.aliceausten.org

Temporary Closing of Children’s Museum After a busy summer, the Staten Island Children’s Museum is ready for its Annual Fall Fix-up this month. The museum will be closed from Sep 9-20, after which it will reopen, ready to welcome visitors. Visit www.statenislandkids.org for a sneak peek ot the great activities, events, and exhibits that are in store for young people this fall.

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Museum Day Live! Returns with Free Museum Passes On September 28, Smithsonian Magazine will once again sponsor its annual Museum Day Live!, which celebrates culture, science, history, and education. On this day, participating museums across America will offer free admission to those visitors who have downloaded a free ticket accessible at www.smithsonian.com/museumdaylive.

More than 800 museums across the country have agreed to participate in this year’s event, which is the largest event of its kind. To learn more about the event and participating museums in the New York City area, visit the website listed above.

Community Day for Autism Speaks Since it opened, Commons Café in Bloomfield has always shown an appetite for good deeds by donating all of its proceeds to charity. The eatery, located at 2 Teleport Drive (off South Ave), will be hosting Community Day, an event to benefit Autism Speaks, on Sep. 28 from 9:30-11:30am. The gathering is jointly sponsored with Team PS 50 Walk Now for Autism Speaks. There will be great activities for children and families, including a magic show, photo booth, face painting, costumed characters, and a DJ. A one dollar donation is suggested for each activity.

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Richard and Lois Nicotra, who own and operate the café, have awarded over $130,000 in donations and scholarships, having been inspired by the late Paul Newman and his Newman’s Own product line, which also donates proceeds to charity. www.commonscafesi.com

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S.I. LIVING Community & School News Melissa Gray has turned her crocheting hobby into something that can really benefit others. She is currently hosting a fundraiser for the young cancer patients at Memorial Sloan Kettering: for every hat that you purchase, a young patient will also receive a hat. You can see more at Melissa’s Facebook page, Ella-gant Bowtique and More.

“West Fest” Returns for Sixth Year The 6th Annual Westerleigh Folk Festival is set for Saturday, Sep 21 from 11am to 7pm.

The event, which takes place in Westerleigh Park (Neal Dow & Maine Aves, off Jewett Ave), is free to the public. This year’s festivities will star 15 musical acts, along with an exhibit by the South Shore Artists Group and handicrafts for sale made by local artisans. There will be a host of activities for the kids, too, including face painting and pony rides. www.westerleighfolkfestival.com

Overeaters Anonymous Offers Guidance for Anorexics, Bulimics Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is not just for those struggling with weight loss; the organization can help anyone who has severe issues with food, including anorexics and bulimics. The Staten Island chapter of OA has a full calendar of meetings, including new meetings on Tuesdays from 8 to 9pm that deal specifically with anorexia and bulimia. www.sioa.org

More Support Groups We know well that sometimes families need a little more help than what we can offer between the pages of our magazine.

Thankfully, there are a number of wonderful, free resources and support groups available on Staten Island. If you or your loved ones need guidance or support, please visit our website at siparent.com and select the Support Groups link under the Resources tab.

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S.I. LIVING Community & School News to qualifying public school children who wish to attend Catholic elementary schools.

The three schools that are participating on Staten Island are Immaculate Conception School, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel/St. Benedicta School, and St. Peter School.

The maximum amount awarded for the 2013-2014 year is $2,800, though the precise scholarship amount is determined based on family need and the tuition rate. www.scholarshipfund.org/nyc/sischools.html

Healthy Art Unveiled in St. George Last month, Global Kids students on Staten Island displayed a new healththemed mural at the Barrett Triangle bus shelter in St. George. The artwork, which has taken several months to complete, is a result of an initiative of the Staten Island Partnership for Community Wellness. Local artist Scott Wegener teamed up with Global Kids students from Curtis High School, with support from the NYC Parks Department and the Mayor’s office, with additional funding from the NYC Dept of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). www.globalkids.org

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National Event Unites Readers “Read for the Record” is set to take place on October 3. This annual event, hosted by the non-profit organization Jumpstart, unites readers across the country by asking them to read the same book – talk about a big book club! This year’s book is Otis by Lauren Long.

Jumpstart’s event is in support of its mission to ensure literacy, particularly that every child in America is able to enter kindergarten prepared for success. Since its start in 2006, the “Read for the Record” campaign has raised more than $8 million for early education programs and provided more than 1.2 million books for at-risk children. Help Jumpstart break that record by reading Long’s book. www.jstart.org

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Get a head start the night before. Anything you can do ahead of time will help in the AM when time is tight. Start right after school by making sure all homework papers go right back in each child’s backpack after assignments FOLLOW THESE TIPS TO HELP YOUR MORNING ROUTINE GO SMOOTHLY. are finished. Each evening, make sure your kids have put Divide and conquer. If your children are too young to get their backpacks in a designated morning spot, taken baths or ready on their own, split morning responsibilities with your showers, and laid out their next day’s clothes. Then, all they spouse like Leia Rayman does. While Leia showers, her have to do when they wake up is get dressed, eat breakfast, husband, Cory, feeds breakfast to their infant daughter, and stop by their morning spot for everything they need to Janelle, lays her back down for a short nap, packs her bag for take to school. the sitter, and leaves for work. Leia is then free to finish getting ready before waking Janelle up, dressing her, and Say no to Mr. Snooze Button. If you’re not a morning dropping her off with the sitter on her way to work. If you person, consider going to bed at a decent hour so you’ll be have multiple young children, try playing man-to-man: each less tempted to sleep in (and in and in). Tracy Webb, a selfof you take one child to feed, dress, and get to daycare or described night owl and mother of two, enjoys staying up school. late but admits that her family’s mornings run a lot smoother if she goes to bed by 10:30 PM and gets up as soon as her Make mass batches of your family’s go-to sandwiches. alarm goes off. When you get a full night’s sleep, you wake up Some sandwiches freeze great in individual sandwich bags, refreshed and ready to face whatever your day holds. especially if you hold the mayo (try a little butter for moisture instead). Thirty minutes is all it takes to fill your freezer with a Teach your older children to get ready on their own. big batch of sandwiches that will last a couple of weeks. The Taking charge of a morning routine is an important step in frozen sandwich acts as an ice pack for the rest of the lunch your children’s growing independence. Train your kids to pick but thaws by lunchtime. Add in a prepackaged yogurt, a out school clothes, fix an easy breakfast, brush their teeth piece of fruit, and a juice box, and you have a healthy lunch and their hair, and get shoes and coats on – all by themselves. that’s easy to grab and pack in a hurry.

This way, you can focus on finishing any last-minute morning tasks or helping younger children get ready.

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the time-zapper of their morning. As the boys laughed and dawdled at the breakfast table, the minutes ticked by, leaving them in a rush to get dressed and gather backpacks. Now, the kids have to be completely dressed with shoes on before they can sit down to eat. Since implementing this rule, Carolyn’s sons stay focused on getting ready quickly. “Boys are always hungry, so breakfast is a good motivator to hurry up!” she says. You can implement the same type of rule with technology. If your kids waste time texting or watching TV in the morning, allow them electronics privileges only after they are completely ready for the day.

Expect the unexpected. Whether your kindergartener spills milk at breakfast or your teen forgets his backpack at home, the unexpected happens, even with the perfect routine in place. Emily Hanauer, a mother of four, says, “Don't beat yourself up if things don't go perfectly. Sometimes my kids have to buy lunch because I didn't realize we were out of bread, or my four-yearold wears his favorite shirt three days in a row because I don’t want to fight him over it. Some things just aren’t a big deal in the long run.” Try setting your departure time ten minutes earlier than needed to account for the occasional flat tire or that forgotten backpack.

Use these tips to make your mornings less stressful, but remember what’s most important – that your mood, as the parent, sets the tone for the day. Take a tip from Emily: “No matter how crazy it is or how late we are running, I always pray for the kids and give them each a giant hug before we get in the car. I want their day to start on a good note, knowing that I love them.”

Now that sounds like something worth waking up for.

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PARENTING 411

>>> BOOKS

& BULLYING – ADDRESSING THE ISSUES

s always, I believe books are beneficial to educate children as well as adults. A visit to your local library can initiate a discussion about coping with bullies and also about not bullying others.

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My personal three favorite books that deal with the issue of bullying are Tomie dePaola’s picture book Oliver Button is a Sissy, good for all ages, Stargirl

by Jerry Spinelli, for ages 10 and up, and Diarmund Hudner’s book I’m Happy Now.Com, for young adults and grown-ups.

Oliver Button Is a Sissy confronts gender stereotypes.

Oliver does not act like the BOOKS CAN BE VERY BENEFICIAL IN OPENING A CONVERSATION WITH CHILDREN. other little boys. He faces repercussions and and friends. What people perceive as impassiveness consequences because others judge him. I found this book eventually leads to suicide attempts. The last character, who I to be a great story about teasing and gender roles and found most interesting and tragic, was a Chinese girl who stereotypes. It provoked great discussions, even among does not fit in with her culture, nor society’s expectation of kindergartners. an Asian girl. She looks different and is constantly teased for it before becoming a bully herself, causing much damage Stargirl is about individuality and not becoming a and devastation to others. The author tackles the highly conformist. A home-schooled girl begins attending a public sensitive issue of bullying head-on, while weaving three high school. At first it is great and exciting, then it turns dark separate lives into one convincing thread, proving bullying is and weird. The main character becomes an outcast. She feels not a victimless crime. the need to become conventional. The book explores the issue of peer pressure and the good and evil role it plays in I recently interviewed Diarmund Hudner about his book our lives.

I’m Happy Now.Com and the issues he so smartly wrote about. He had this to say when asked what message in his I recently discovered Irish author Diarmund Hudner, who book he hopes to pass onto his readers: “This book, though wrote I’m Happy Now.Com. It is a profound story that its characters are fictional, is really a reflective personal addresses the causalities and consequences of bullying. It journey and so the message in the book comes from my own follows the lives of three young people from different parts experience of overcoming problems and finding my own of the world, all victims of bullying. One character is an form of happiness. I believe that a lot of the problems that introverted young man who isolates himself from society people are experiencing today can be overcome by realizing because of his own idiosyncrasies. The second is a teenager that personal happiness is a state of mind and that you are who suffers with the ill effects of obesity all of his life. The and always were in control of it. In my opinion, though we are character takes us through the pain of secretly loathing all unique in our thoughts and characters, we all experience himself while putting up the front of indifference to family the same emotions of love, hate, sadness, jealousy, etc. and so

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in many ways, we are universally the same people. We are all on a quest for happiness, though we do not necessarily seek it in the right places.

There is no 20-step plan to happiness that comes in a box for easy storage; it is a conscious individual decision that you make to be happy.”

Today we are lucky enough to be able to discuss issues such as bullying in the open. For a look at some past books that indirectly addressed the issue, consider reading the following classics: Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens was one of the first novels to focus on bullying and the criminal mistreatment of children.

Another memorable novel, Lord of the Flies by William Golding, describes the actions of a group of young children stranded on a deserted island, transforming from civilized to barbaric behavior.

Today students are still reading S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders, about the bullying and victimization of high school students.

Another favorite is Judy Blume’s Blubber, the story of the mean-spirited and cruel bullying of an overweight fifth-grade girl.

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Keep in mind that the majority of children cannot or do not know how to fight back on their own. They need parents and other adults to support them and intervene. All children have the right to feel safe from bullying and should never have to face it alone.

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REMEMBER GRANDPARENTS DAY

>>> GIFTS

FOR GRANDPARENTS

or many years, I have made homemade gifts with my children for their grandparents. I always wanted the gifts to be something that went with their home décor and that they would use and cherish--not your typical ice-cream stick picture frame or soup can pencil cup.

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Here are a few gift ideas that even the youngest child can make for a parent, grandparent or teacher: • Pot a plant. Take your child shopping and let him pick out the pot. You may choose to purchase a simple clay pot and paint it to match the recipient’s dining room. Then, with a little guidance, he can pick out a bulb or plant to put into the pot. Just don’t forget the potting soil.

A HANDMADE GIFT IS A GREAT IDEA TO GIVE TO A GRANDPARENT.

• Draw or paint a picture. We like to use quality paper from a sketch book. Choose oil pastels, colored pencils or watercolors and let the child create. Frame the picture in something appropriate for the grandparent’s home.

• Paint and put handprints on a pre-bought shirt. This is a fun project. My mom still cherishes the sweatshirt we made many years ago. I started it with my children’s handprints. Under each print I painted the child’s name and date of birth and at the top I painted the words “Merry Christmas, Nana.” Or for babies who cannot yet keep their little hands uncurled, put a footprint. I then mailed the shirt to my sister who mailed it to another sister and then to my sister-in-law. We kept it up-to-date with each new

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birth. When my mom passed away last year, the grandkids (mostly adults) had a friendly fight over that shirt. You can use this idea for either grandmother or grandfather, too.

• Tell a story, sing, or perform on video clip. Twelve years ago, we moved 1,200 miles away from our extended family. This idea helps loved ones see and hear a little of what the children can do. They can read, sing, play musical instruments, or perform a skit. Video clips can be transferred to a DVD with a little tech knowledge and enjoyed for years to come.

• Create a memory book. Take a particular experience your children have had with their grandparents, like a vacation trip or a family visit and ask them to draw a series of pictures depicting the highlights. Have them caption the pictures in their own

words. You can staple them together or punch holes in the margin and thread a ribbon through to hold it together. You can do a modified version of this by gluing photos to construction paper and have your children draw frames around them and write the captions. An older child or teen could create a more elaborate scrapbook using mom's scrapbooking materials.

• Color a picture with Crayola® transfer crayons. These crayons create an iron-on transfer. When we did this, we ironed the pictures onto tee towels. You can also transfer the pictures to T-shirts, quilt blocks, or anything fabric.

• Placemats. This gift idea has always been a hit for our grandparents, especially those that do not live close enough to see the children regularly.

With just a few supplies and an hour in the afternoon, your children will enjoy putting these together. If you intend to give them as Christmas gifts, you can decorate them with holiday colors and decorations. If the occasion is a birthday, stickers or rubber stamps with balloons or cakes make nice decorations. Also, lace, ribbons, pressed flowers or other trims can be covered with the clear contact paper.

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Step Three: Have your child draw a picture on the plain piece of copy paper.

Step Four: On another small piece of paper, write or type the child’s name and its meaning. You may also add an appropriate scripture verse or quotation.

Step Five: Place all the pieces on the poster board and glue down. Wherever there is room, trace around the child’s hand, or make a handprint using acrylic craft paint.

Step Six: Laminate the front and back with clear contact paper. Cut the contact paper larger than the poster board, adhere to the poster board and trim ¼” away from the edge of the mat so that the contact can stick to itself. This step is very tricky. I suggest mom do this for the child.

With a little thought, a few supplies and a lot of imagination, you and your children can produce lovely gifts. But if you really don’t think you have that creative gene (or the patience to work with the little ones) here are a few more gift ideas you can get those seniors in your life.

• Puzzle book • Deck of cards • Favorite snack food • Grocery store gift certificate • Magazine subscription • The latest novel • MP3 player with her favorite music already loaded • Digital picture frame with a memory card of pictures And remember, no matter what the gift-giving occasion, the elderly prefer your presence to your presents.

For 25 years, freelance writer Carol J. Alexander has used these ideas and more with her children to create gifts for Grandma and Nana.

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SCHOOL BUS SAFETY

>>> TEACH YOUR

CHILD HOW TO BE SAFE ON THE SCHOOL BUS

ach day thousands upon thousands of children board school buses to take them to and from school. Parents and caregivers entrust their children's well-being to the care of school bus drivers and aides. Although parents may worry about school bus accidents, such accidents are few and far between.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration advises that school buses are designed to be safer than passenger vehicles in avoiding crashes and protecting against injury. Buses are arguably the safest mode of transportation for getting kids to and from THERE ARE A FEW IMPORTANT TIPS A PARENT CAN INSTILL IN THEIR CHILDREN TO ENSURE THAT THEIR SCHOOL BUS RIDE IS AS SAFE AS POSSIBLE. school. By keeping millions of cars off the roads surrounding shoulders of the school bus driver, it is also vital for schools, school buses contribute to less crowded roadways, passengers to learn the basics of school bus safety. which are less conducive to accidents.

Kindergarteners or children who are riding the bus for the first time should be taught the rules of school bus safety.

Danger zone Though parents may feel buses are most likely to be in Parents can educate their children (and themselves) about accidents while in transit, experts advise that children are using caution in and around the bus by following these more likely to get hurt during pickups and drop-offs when guidelines: they're in the "danger zone" of the bus. The danger zone is a 10-foot radius around the outside of the bus. Bus drivers and Get to the bus stop 5 to 10 minutes prior to the assigned other motorists find kids in the danger zone are more pickup time. Rushing last-minute can lead to injury, difficult to see, and children can get struck by either the bus especially if you're chasing down the bus. or oncoming cars that fail to stop when the bus is picking kids up or dropping them off.

Remain on the sidewalk or grass at the bus stop. Do not step off the curb into the street until the bus has arrived and Knowing the safety rules While a large part of protecting children is on the is completely stopped.

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f you are a grandparent today, chances are you play a large and important role in your young grandchildren’s lives. You spoil them, teach them about family history, babysit, and contribute financially to their education, health care and even some everyday expenses. You tell them silly jokes and talk to them about serious subjects morals and values, sex, drugs and rock and roll. You know to boo the Snatcher and cheer Galahad because you’ve spent quiet times watching their videos with them. And you’re embarrassed to admit you’ve actually learned a bit about fine art and classical music TODAY’S GRANDPARENTS ARE AN IMPORTANT PART IN THE LIVES OF THEIR GRANDCHILDREN. from Little Einsteins. You’re up on the latest in baby gear, juice and cherry juice to match the setting sun. She always nutrition, medical care, and child rearing advice, and you’ve put a dollar bill and pack of gum on our pillows when we’d kept up with new technologies - joining Facebook, Skype arrive for a visit, and she’d give us “mad money” when we and Face Time - just to stay connected. You know better than went on dates – not a great source of income! We’d spend to comment on hair or clothing or music preferences, and summers at the beach with her and work on projects – you know when to give advice and when to hold your building sandcastle cities, a makeshift sailboat, sewing doll tongue. clothes, learning dance routines, wandering through tidal pools, lazing about on her ‘lanai’ doing our summer reading.

You’re doing a great job as a grandparent. So let me ask Grandma would rub our sunburned backs with lotion, and you this. How would you like your grandchildren to brush and braid our straggly hair. She would tell us stories remember you? They’ll grow up someday, and have about our grandfather, who had died early on, keeping his grandchildren of their own, and they’ll tell stories about you. memory alive. Grandma was full of surprises. When the Do you ever wonder what they’ll say? ‘grunion were running’ she would awaken us in the middle of the night and tell us to grab our pails, and we’d race to the I’ll tell you what I remember about my grandmother. She beach and catch the silvery fish flopping around on the sand taught us how to knit and to play bridge, how to make her with our bare hands. She was always with us during the famous ‘Grandma’s Chicken.’ I remember the smell and taste holidays. She’d organize craft projects over Thanksgiving and of her freshly baked sourdough bread that went straight we’d make gifts to give and keep forever; wreaths made from from the oven into our greedy little hands. And I remember nuts, cones and seedpods gathered during the evening walk, the lemonade cocktails she made for us, layered with orange sparkling sequined tree ornaments, and walnut shell SEPTEMBER 2013 dioramas. Every year as we hang the wreaths over the mantle

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She’d take us to the wharf to feed the sea lions, and to the stables so we could ride horses through the artichoke fields and down along the beach. And because we loved horses, she would take us to races at the county fair, where she would put up the money for a $2 bet and let us pick the winners! She’d take us on trips to Disneyland, Canada, Mexico, Hawaii…and “back East” to meet more relatives. I don’t remember her being beautiful, but she was funny and fun and everyone loved her. She drove a lemon yellow Oldsmobile with wire wheels and would dance up a storm whenever the occasion presented itself. I don’t remember her babysitting us, or coming to tennis matches or music recitals or Halloween parades, and I don’t remember having important conversations with her - at least none that turned out well.

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I don’t know if she was really all fun and warm and good, but that’s what I remember. Maybe we only keep the good memories and discard the bad. Perhaps, memories are made up of lingering impressions and simple events that stand out from our day-to-day lives. When I remember my grandmother, I think of those special times and I remember her funny laugh, her sweet fragrance, her artistry, spontaneity, generous spirit and sense of fun, and that warm wonderful way she had of making us feel very special.

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Students in middle school need to learn how to balance academics and using social media. Your parents, by their rules, have forced you to manage your study time with limited distractions. You have quality study time, which is far more important than the quantity of studying that you do. In the future, it should become your responsibility to focus on academic tasks without distractions.

Learning What RTI Is Question: What do the letters RTI stand for, and is this just another program for children who are already receiving special education services? -- Puzzled Answer: RTI is the acronym for Response to Intervention, referring to how teachers and other staff will "intervene" in order to increase students' academic learning. Some school districts are changing the wording for the acronym to Response to Instruction. The changed wording places the emphasis on how teachers will continually change and adapt their instruction to help each student achieve his or her academic potential in the classroom. The program is developed to fit the need of each school corporation based on culture, resources and needs.

RTI is not: ~ A special education initiative. ~ Intent on decreasing or increasing special education numbers. ~ A program to remove students from general education.

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Rather, RTI is: ~ A systemic process aligning all school improvement goals. ~ Intent on ensuring all students meet or exceed proficiency standards.

~ An instructional model designed to benefit all students through greater continuity of services. ~ Focused on effective instruction to enhance the academic learning of all students.

RTI is a three-tier instructional model. It is the framework for building a comprehensive, high-quality instructional program for all students from kindergarten through high school. The tiers are overlapping. Each tier provides different levels of support to students. The duration and intensiveness of the support will vary to meet the needs of each individual student. Schools implementing RTI are making sure that their teachers, by using differentiating instructional teaching methods, are giving every student the opportunity to meet proficiency standards.

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When a student is also overly active and disruptive, the child's deficit disorder will be called attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).

Diagnosing ADD or ADHD is not an exact science. There are no biological tests. Instead, the traits that make up ADD or ADHD are personality characteristics. When eight or more of the following statements accurately describe a child prior to age 7, there may be a reason to suspect ADD or ADHD, and you should talk to your child's doctor.

1. Fidgets, squirms or seems restless.

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14. Frequently engages in dangerous actions.

Keep in mind that ADD and ADHD are often hereditary. So when looking at the 14 traits, you might consider if you or another family member might have 8 or more of these traits.

To find out more information about attention disorders, visit dearteacher.com and enter the keyword ADD or ADHD. You will also find helpful information online on the websites for the National Attention Deficit Organization (add.org), Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (chadd.org) and ADDITUDE Magazine (additudemag.com).If your child is diagnosed with ADD or ADHD, his or her school should be able to provide the support and accommodations that will help improve the child's life at school.

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So what produce is prime for picking come September through November? Here's a look at the items to pick for fall menu planning.

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Apples: Early autumn is prime season for apple picking.

Take to the orchards and choose favorite varieties among the red-, yellow- and green-hued options.

KNOWING WHAT FRUITS AND VEGETABLES ARE IN SEASON WILL HELP YOU COOK THE TASTIEST MEAL FOR YOUR FAMILY.

Blueberries: Though widely considered a summertime fruit, blueberries are often in season through September. Get them while they last.

Blackberries: Those who live in rural areas may find blackberries growing wild, just waiting to be picked. Use shallow boxes instead of bags so that blackberries do not get crushed during transport. Expect wild blackberries to be smaller than commercially cultivated ones.

Figs: Fig trees offer an abundance of sweet delights this time of year. For individuals lucky to have a fig tree in the yard, simply go out and pluck a handful of figs for a fiberfilled treat.

Grapes: Grapes are available at the supermarket yearround, but they're in their prime during the autumn season.

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Pears: This is another tree-grown fruit that comes into season in the fall. Put pears, blackberries and apples together to make a tasty crisp dessert or fresh pie.

Vegetables

Broccoli: Harvest broccoli in the autumn and enjoy a healthy addition to salads, casseroles and pasta. Research shows that broccoli loses much of its nutritional value when microwaved, so it's best when lightly steamed.

Cabbage: Cabbage is often considered an autumn vegetable, although it is routinely available year-round.

Perhaps that's because of the ornamental cabbage plants that are cool-weather lovers. Make soups or a late-season slaw with fresh cabbage.

Corn: Perhaps no vegetable is more synonymous with autumn than corn. Sweet corn is harvested every fall and is abundant at roadside vendors or at the local store.

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Eggplant: Eggplant is available through September in many areas. A main component of the dish ratatouille, eggplant is also ideal in Italian meals or as part of vegetarian sandwiches.

Carrots: Autumn-harvested carrots have a deeper flavor than spring varieties.

Mushrooms: Now is the time to harvest wild mushrooms. However, it may be safer to choose among the many at the supermarket or local farmer.

Pumpkins: Of course pumpkins are known to be fall vegetables. While they are often carved, the flesh can be used in salads, soups and in baked goods.

Radishes: This vegetable is often available through October and can be served in salads or baked with other dishes.

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SMARTPHONES: How to Keep Your Kids Safe

illions of teens now use smartphones and parents are struggling with how to prevent their growing dangers and safeguard their children from cyberbullying, texting while driving, sexting, and misuse of dangerous apps. What most parents don’t know is that there are clear strategies and free solutions for quickly combating this rising problem and safeguarding their kids’ safety.

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Parents do know that smartphone dangers are rising rapidly and the statistics give little reason for optimism: 90% of teen-aged kids report seeing or experiencing cyberbullying; with much of it taking place over mobile devices.

PARENTS NEED TO KNOW THAT THERE IS A LOT THEY CAN DO TO KEEP THEIR KIDS SAFE ON SMARTPHONES.

3,000 teens died in distracted driving accidents last year, which made texting while driving the leading cause of teen deaths nationwide.

At least 25% of teens sext or distribute sexual pictures via mobile devices. One such picture sharing service, Snapchat, added 3.5 million users just in December 2012.

Parents are at a loss as to how to proceed. Yet, there are free solutions capable of solving these varied problems and, depending on their child’s age, issues, and mobile device type, parents can find the right answer.

For parents whose children use Android smartphones, thirdparty parental control apps are the best solution. MMGuardian Parental Control, available via Google Play, is free as a basic product (there is a Premium version). Parents download MMGuardian to their child’s phone and then create their parental control settings: they set text alerts for words or phrases of concern (to prevent cyber-bullying MMGuardian will send alerts to the parent when their child sends or receives text messages containing these words), choose whether to turn the Safe Driving feature on (preventing their child from texting while behind the wheel of a moving vehicle), choose whether to block certain applications and contacts on the phone, and schedule location

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and lock times for the device. Kids Place, also available on Google Play, is a free service geared towards parents of younger children.

Kids Place enables parents to create a ‘safe zone’ on the phone that contains all the contacts and applications they would like their kids to be able to use and then Kids Place contains the child’s activity to that safe zone.

On Android, parents can also try carrier solutions like AT&T Drive Mode or Sprint Guardian. Unlike third-party apps, however, these options are expensive and have limited capabilities, which is the price paid for using a carrier-branded product.

For parents whose children use iPhones, options are more limited because the iOS operating system does not give free reign to developers. Apple has limited parental controls built into the phone, which parents can access and control in the phone’s ‘settings.’ Parents should also look into web filtering options, which will block inappropriate websites, and communicate with their kids effectively so that they are aware of any issues going on in their kids’ lives.

Smartphone dangers are rising. Parents need to know that there is a lot they can do to keep their kids safe on smartphones.

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SPECIAL NEEDS

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hildren and teenagers with ADD or ADHD can get a bad rap, when really many have above-average intelligence.

However, ADD/ADHD students often struggle in school because of their attention issues and lower organizational and executive management skills. Whether the ADD/ADHD student is taking medication or not, educational tactics should be incorporated into their scholastic plan. As an educational specialist with over 21 years experiencehelping ADD/ADHD students reach their academic potential, I want to share my top tips to help students improve inside the classroom and restore their academic self-esteem:

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1. Assist or oversee your ADD/ADHD student in organizing their notebook, backpack, and study area daily. Most people don’t know being organized is a big part of success, and over time most students will begin to organize themselves.

2.Try placing homework in an accordion style file folder. It’s a simple but little known way to help organize ADD/ADHD students.

3. A schedule is key. Pencil in daily homework and study times at a place in the house where your child can be easily monitored.

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4. Look over each homework assignment and help your child or teenager determine how long each assignment should take.

Record the time in pencil at the top of the assignment to help keep students aware of time.

5. Help pace your child or teenager by walking by them every few minutes to determine if work is being done. This tip can help keep students on task for longer periods of time.

6. Assist ADD/ADHD students in checking over work to make sure all questions or problems have been done and have not been overlooked. This will help them to recognize a thorough job well done!

7. Get into a routine. Have your child organize their backpack the night before school and place their backpack by the door so it’s ready to grab the next day.

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GROWING UP ONLINE

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Most parents make lists. Organized parents can actually find those lists when they need them. Dozens of apps promise to help, consolidating scraps of paper and tattered notebooks into one central location.

GET ORGANIZED! APPS TO MATCH YOUR PERSONAL STYLE

The trick, of course, is finding an app designed by people who understand your organizational style. Before experimenting with any of the apps below, do a quick selfappraisal. Some parents really don’t need a list that tells them to buy bread, milk and bananas—they do that automatically every time they step into a grocery store. For others, a very thorough grocery list means they can turn their attention to the toddler squirming in the cart or even delegate the shopping to another family member.

Here are other things to consider. Do you jot notes all day long or allocate a specific time to getting organized? Do you need to integrate work and family tasks or would you prefer to keep them separate? Is your cellphone attached to you or do you hunt for it every time it rings?

Is color coding a help or a distraction? Do you want to synch with your spouse, friends, kids? Does it appeal to you to mingle practical tasks with personal record-keeping or would you prefer to keep photos and journaling separate from your To-Do list?

Answering these questions will help you decide which of the apps in the following list is worth a test drive. All are efficient list makers that will remind you of due dates and deadlines. Most include calendars. All but one are free though many have premium features that are available for a monthly fee. All work with multiple platforms and many interface easily with other programs such as Google Calendar. Each has its own feel, so you’ll want to look for the one that seems like it will fit seamlessly into what you already do.

Customize your lists. Wunderlist is a streamlined, no-nonsense app that lets you set up your own lists in categories that make sense to you.

Tasks can be assigned to others or sub-divided into smaller to-do lists.

It’s perfect for minimalists and those who are easily distracted by features they don’t really need. (www.wunderlist.com) Prioritize tasks. Toodledo encourages you to assign a priority to everything on your list so you can easily see what needs to be done TODAY. This app also encourages you to estimate the time a task will take. Then, when you find yourself with an unexpected gap in your schedule, you can put in the amount of time you have and generate a list of projects that will fit neatly into that slot. (www.toodledo.com) Take advantage of location. Any.Do has a clean, uncluttered interface so you can quickly see what needs to be done on any given day. This app also interfaces with a GPS component so it will remind you to do an errand when you are in the vicinity of the right store. (www.any.do)

Manage from your desktop. Cozi has mobile apps for iPhone and Android but its strength is its family-oriented website where you can keep (and share) a calendar, develop menu plans, organize shopping lists and even record memorable family moments in a journal. The site anticipates things busy parents might need with special features such as a packing list for vacations or the release dates for family-friendly movies. (www.cozi.com) Coordinate with others. Remember the Milk was one of the first successful organizing apps. Today, it has a lively community of users and makes effortless connections with a large number of other programs including Evernote, Twitter and even Siri, the personal assistant on iPhone. Because it synchs so well, this app is ideal for parents who want to communicate, coordinate and delegate with other family members and co-workers. (www.rememberthemilk.com) Color code everything. Awesome Note is a one stop app for people who would like to integrate their to-do lists and calendar with photos, maps, notes and even sketches. Folders are colorcoordinated and you can assign fonts, icons and backgrounds to different kinds of information, making this an excellent choice for people who appreciate visual cues. (www.bridworks.com) Harvest your thoughts. Scatterbrain will appeal to parents who are constantly changing channels. The app includes an appointment calendar, To Do lists and a special section for “thoughts”, random and otherwise. By assigning colors, you can quickly see all of the items related to work, school, home, etc. (www.scatterbrain.it) Track anything. Lumen Trails costs $2.99 and it’s only available for Apple products but it’s an extremely versatile app that lets you track everything. In addition to making lists and taking notes, you can keep track of calories and workouts, time logs and expenses, homework and naptimes. There’s even a journaling option. (www.lumentrails.com) If testing and learning yet another app seems like just another task for your To Do list, you might want to take advantage of websites that offer printable organizers. In the download section of Mommytracked.com, there’s a weekly calendar, a menu planner and even a carpool list for ten minute tasks that can be tucked into odd moments. Organizedhome.com also has a good selection of practical printouts. (www.organizedhome.com/printable) One last tip—once you’ve made your lists, hold them loosely.

Most days, the best things that happen, especially with young children, aren’t on anyone’s agenda. Happy families are invariably a little disorganized so leave lots of room for creativity, spontaneity and improvisation. If necessary, put that on your list!

By Carolyn Jabs, M.A., who raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has written Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses conflict. Other columns are available at www.growing-up-online.com. @ Copyright, 2013. Carolyn Jabs. All rights reserved.

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Have you noticed that your toddler, who used to eat every wholesome food you put in front of him, now prefers his food on the floor? His former favorites he now spits out, and with no warning. In fact, your toddler may choose one particular food item that he’ll eat, refusing all else for two weeks. Or he’ll eat breakfast but has little interest in any other meal for the rest of the day?

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Believe it or not- this is the norm for toddlers. The toddler stage is the beginning of the development of food preferences and can be a rather unpredictable feeding challenge. As parents, we believe we need to ensure our child gets three healthy meals a day, but what if your child will have no part of it?

So, the first, most important rule is: Avoid fighting over food. Becoming frustrated and using rewards or consequences will not make much of a dent in your child’s eating habits and will create a troubled dynamic between you and your child. Remember, if your toddler is healthy and active, progressing in growth and development, you can be reassured that what’s getting in is ok.

Continue to offer a variety of healthy foods and acknowledge that your toddler will enjoy some and reject some. And just because he spits it out one day, doesn’t mean you should give up on that food. Sometimes a toddler will reject a food fifteen times before he will actually eat it.

Something not to do: do not let your child fill up on juice or milk throughout the day. This will decrease his appetite for food at mealtime and can lead to anemia and nutritional problems.

Engage your child’s help in choosing foods. Let his likes and dislikes guide your grocery shopping, but if it’s not something you want your child to eat, don’t buy it. He can’t fill up on chips if they aren’t available in the home.

Another don’t: don’t offer desserts or junk food as rewards. It sends a strong message that those are the best foods and will create a basis for struggles over food. Offer fruit after meals occasionally and young kids will simply see it as a welcome treat.

You can also try offering finger foods that he can feed himself, like sliced fruit or small pieces of toast.

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Many toddlers do better when they are fed along with the rest of the family at dinner time. The social atmosphere helps distract them from the struggle and they tend to eat more peacefully.

Toddlers have a short attention span – don’t take it personally if he wants out after less than ten minutes.

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OVERCOMING STUTTERING IS OFTEN MORE A MATTER OF LOSING THE FEAR OF STUTTERING THAN A MATTER OF TRYING HARDER.

• Disfluencies may come and go but are now present more often than absent.

• Disfluencies occur most often between ages one and one-half and five years, and they tend to come and go. They are usually signs that a child is learning to use language in new ways. If disfluencies disappear for several weeks then return, the child may just be going through another stage of learning.

• Try to model slow and relaxed speech when talking with your child, and encourage other family members to do the same. Don't speak so slowly that it sounds abnormal, but keep it unhurried, with many pauses. Television's Mr. Rogers is a good example of this style of speech.

The Child with Milder Stuttering: • A child with milder stuttering repeats sounds more than twice, li-li-li-li-like this. Tension and struggle may be evident in the facial muscles, especially around the mouth.

• Slow and relaxed speech can be the most effective when combined with some time each day for the child to have one parent's undivided attention. A few minutes can be set aside at a regular time when you are doing nothing else but listening to your child talk about whatever is on his mind.

• The pitch of the voice may rise with repetitions, and occasionally the child will experience a "block" -- no airflow or voice for several seconds.

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• When your child talks to you or asks you a question, try to pause a second or so before you answer. This will help make talking to your child less hurried, more relaxed.

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Disfluencies tend to be present in most speaking situations now.

• You may want to contact a speechlanguage pathologist who specializes in stuttering. Speech pathologists should have a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

• The suggestions for parents of a child with mild stuttering are also appropriate when the child has a severe problem. Try to remember that slowing and relaxing your own speaking style is far more helpful than telling the child to slow down.

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Singing and Stuttering: What We Know The recent success of American Idol hopeful Lazaro Arbos has the entire country talking about singing and stuttering.

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"Understanding what dramatically reduces stuttering during singing may eventually help us understand stuttering better," explains Barry Guitar, Ph.D., of the University of Vermont, author of several Stuttering Foundation publications. He offers the following comments on singing and stuttering: • There is now evidence that the brain functions differently for singing than it does for talking.

• In singing, we use our vocal chords, lips, and tongue differently than when we talk.

• There is no time pressure in singing nor is there any communicative pressure.

• When we sing, we generally know the words of the song by heart. "Word retrieval" or searching for the words may play a role in stuttering.

There are no instant miracle cures for stuttering. Therapy, electronic devices, and even drugs are not an overnight process.

However, a specialist in stuttering can help not only children but also teenagers, young adults and even older adults make significant progress toward fluency.

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COVER STORY iano lessons were not an option for me as a child. As a trained musician, my father insisted his four daughters start piano lessons at an early age. I didn't always enjoy it and often grumbled about the mandated practice sessions before and after school. My teacher was strict and had high expectations of his students, but I'm thankful today piano lessons were a requirement my parents didn't budge on.

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Music lessons compete with a host of other activities for our children’s time and our money. How do we determine if music lessons are right for our child? Does it really make a difference in the long run if we expose our children to music education?

The evidence of several studies supports the conclusion that the benefits of music lessons outweigh the cost and inconvenience it poses to parents to provide them.

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A study led by Dr. Glenn Schellenberg with six-year-old children and another study led by Dr. James Catterall at UCLS, tracking more than 25,000 students over a ten-year period cites the advantages of music lessons.

• Increase in IQ scores • Promotes intellectual development • Achieve higher test scores on standardized tests and other proficiency exams • More self-confident • Better able to express their ideas • Improvements in eye-hand coordination, concentration, memory development, listening skills and the overall process of learning • Enhanced self-esteem and confidence as they perform in front of a teacher on a weekly basis and participate regularly in recitals or other performances.

Studying music encourages self-discipline and perseverance, along with time-management and organizational skills. Weekly lessons require students to prioritize their schedules to allow for regular practice time. When taking lessons as a child, I tried to be prepared with each assigned piece to avoid an uncomfortable lesson or reprimand by my teacher. I was actively involved in church activities and sports at school, but I learned to manage my time to allow adequate practice time on the piano.

When should my child start?

Music lessons can begin as early as four years old but an older child (seven or eight years of age) has a greater attention span and focus for a musical instrument. It's important that a child have the desire to play an instrument, and not be forced by Mom or Dad to take lessons, but encouraged when showing an interest.

Experimenting with different instruments will help a child determine what instrument he is best suited for.

If a child begins lessons, he should commit to several months of study to gain a "feel" for the instrument.

Where can I find a teacher?

Finding a teacher that your child can relate to is also important. Learning to play an instrument should be fun and interactive, although it requires a fair amount of work. Referrals from other parents and students can help in the selection process. Interviewing a potential teacher helps identify teaching styles and personality traits before beginning lessons. It's also important to know the fee schedule and policies regarding make-up lessons.

Is it too late to learn?

It's never too late to learn to play a musical instrument. As a former piano instructor, I loved working with adult students, who were often more committed and disciplined in the learning process. Adults prioritize their lessons and practice time over other commitments and have better focus and longer attention spans, allowing for faster learning and greater satisfaction with the process.

Music lessons offer a new challenge for adults and can have therapeutic effects.

Learning to play a musical instrument is like earning an education--once you obtain the skill it cannot be taken away from you and yet, can provide enjoyment and satisfaction for the rest of your life. So, what are you waiting for? Seize the opportunity and schedule some music lessons today for you or your child!

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Traffic accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that vehicular accidents account for 35 percent of all fatalities among people 15 to 20 years old.

What puts teens particularly at risk is the tendency of many young drivers to engage in reckless behavior and/or distracted driving. It is often up to parents to reinforce the rules of the road and also consistently work with their children so that the teens can become better drivers.

Practice safer driving. As with any activity, practice helps hone skills and teaches people through their own mistakes. Driving is no exception. Mistakes on the road can be serious; therefore, it is best for teen drivers to practice driving in areas that are not heavily populated or full of traffic. Parents may want to establish rules that the teen is not able to drive solo until he or she passes the requirements set forth by Mom or Dad. Parents can routinely ride around with their teen children to gauge how progress is coming along.

Get the facts. Talk to teens about road risks and how to stay safe.

Research the laws and statistics pertaining to teenage drivers and share that information. It may not always be well received, but there's a good chance that some of the message will get through.

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parents speed and almost one-third say their parents don't wear a safety belt. Parents should be mindful of their own behaviors when driving and the impression those behaviors are making on youngsters.

Establish rules. Distracted driving is claiming more and more lives each year. Many accidents are the result of texting while driving. According to Distraction.org, in 2010, 3,092 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver and an estimated additional 416,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver. Text messaging creates a crash risk 23 times worse than driving while not distracted. Also, research has found that sending or receiving a text takes a driver's eyes from the road for an average of 4.6 seconds, the equivalent -- at 55 mph -- of driving the length of an entire football field blind. Parents can implement rules, such as that cell phones are not allowed to be on while in the car or the phone should be stored in the back seat or trunk while a teen is driving. Parents also may want to set rules that multiple passengers (friends) are not allowed to ride in the car until the teen is more accustomed to driving.

Driving is an activity that offers freedom and mobility. It is also one that places a very large and potentially destructive piece of machinery into the hands of a driver. Education should be ongoing as teens learn to drive.

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HEALTH

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WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CHILD COMPLAINS OF HEARTBURN

id you know that one of the top reasons children complain about chest pain is because they actually have heartburn? I think a lot of people believe that adults are the only ones who get it, but I have been seeing more and more children complain about heartburn, and there are some common reasons why. Heartburn often creates an uncomfortable burning feeling behind the breastbone. It has nothing to do with your heart, but everything to do with your stomach and esophagus.

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These days there are plenty of children who like to eat spicy CHILDREN CAN ALSO BE AT RISK FOR HEARTBURN. foods. From hot sauce to salsa to REDUCING “TRIGGER” FOODS IS GREAT PREVENTION FOR KIDS. ‘hot chips’ and ‘hot popcorn’, these There are many medications that can help your children. Acid types of foods are included in the diets of many of the children that blockers and reducers will quell most symptoms that come up. If I see who complain of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) or this is the first time your child has complained about these kinds of heartburn. There are plenty of other items however that I think symptoms, check with your pediatrician before giving your children parents might be surprised to realize that can trigger it. any over the counter medicines that treat heartburn. You will want to make sure more serious problems can be ruled out. It will be These include: helpful if you keep a list of what foods they have eaten and when • Fried food like chicken nuggets, french fries the symptoms have appeared. It will also be helpful if you give your • Junk food like doughnuts doctor an example of how meals go at your house. Are you • Pop, coffee, tea and caffeinated energy drinks commonly going through drive-thru’s? This insight will help your • Acidic foods like orange juice and tomato sauce doctor determine what else to recommend in terms of lifestyle • Peppermint and gum changes.

• Ibuprofen Symptoms of GERD or heartburn can often include chest pain, stomachaches, nausea, hoarseness or scratchy throat, sour burps, night cough, etc. These can be brought on by fatty foods, stress, eating large meals and even eating and lying down right after the meal.

In kids, prevention is much better than treatment. So reduce how often your children have the trigger foods above. Fruits and veggies, like spinach and peaches go a long way toward balancing out the acids so get in at least 1-2 per meal. Try to get your child to eat several smaller meals throughout the day and don’t allow him/her to skip meals. Also, more exercise, drinking more water and reducing any stress are good tactics to stop the triggers of heartburn.

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Overall, think prevention, listen to the body's signals, and if a trigger food is making your child have heartburn, stop buying it.

Use medication temporarily as you work with your doctor to make changes to the diet to help resolve heartburn in your child for good.

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Janine Quitsch: I just started allowing my 9 year old to do so and I'm on top of him every chance I get to tell him to lower it. I don't like it.

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PARENTING 411

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10 STEPS TO NURTURING SELF-LOVE IN YOUR CHILDREN

arenting is the most important and rewarding part of life for any human being who has children. We have the divine opportunity to teach love, confidence, compassion, discipline and responsibility to another person. We will know what kind of parent we are by how we see our children get along and interact in the world.

Love should be the foundation of parenting. It is also important to know that love is a form of discipline.

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1) Practice Attachment/ Emotional Parenting: Children who are provided as sense of well-being from infancy TAKE SIMPLE STEPS IN NURTURING YOUR CHILD’S SELF-LOVE. forward will spend the rest of their lives striving to keep this emotions are natural and that life is full of ups and downs but feeling. Children who are valued emotionally and given let them know that you are strong enough to handle them security, touch, eye contact and patience from birth become and that you are ok with them. motivated to repair their sense of well-being when they lose it because it has already been integrated into their sense 5) Be Playful with Your child: When you play with your child of self. it gives them the message that they are worth your time, effort, and love. Children learn a lot through play and it 2) Your child's self-love is taught it is not a "given": Assess improves their behavior by giving them a feeling of how you were parented and learn to give your child what importance and accomplishment. you were never given. Take note of what your parents did that was correct for you which built your self-image and take 6) Use your child's name: When you use your child's name note of the things which did not build your self-image. Take this is a way of making them feel important. Use their name what was good and give all of that and more to your child when you are giving them compliments, so they take that and take what did not work for you and avoid doing those compliment as being directly related to their value. It tells things. them that they are real and special. Using their name also helps to soften discipline because you are making them a 3) Be Human: No one can be happy all the time and person not a faulty behavior. sometimes life is really hard but a parent's unhappiness can transfer over to their child because children look to their 7) Rewards carry over: As your child gets older make sure parents as a mirror for their own feelings. If you are having a to encourage and compliment their talents and interests. rough time be honest with your child so they learn that Celebrate that they are able to do something well. As they SEPTEMBER 2013

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8) Set your child up for success: Children assess their value by how they are perceived by others. It will be important to not let your child quit what they start but also not to force them to do what they really don't want to do. This balance helps your child to learn that once they choose a project, they must see it through to completion. This is good for their exploration of their identity and also to learn the value of commitment.

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10) Give your child responsibilities: Children need jobs. One of the main ways children develop self-love, confidence and values is through helping maintain the family home.

Giving children household duties helps them feel more valuable and it gives them a sense of accomplishment and reward. They can learn that hard work has reward and value.

In parenting, children need three things. They require time, attention and listening. We can give children too many things but we can never give them too much love. When they are loved by their parents they learn to love themselves.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Picture Book Time/Reading Aloud New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4pm • Ages 3+ • Free PLEASE NOTE: Events announced in this calendar are subject to change. We strongly suggest calling to confirm times, prices, ages, etc. before you attend.

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The fair raises funds to support the educational programs at Historic Richmond Town. There will be rides, contests, crafts, magic, specialty acts, historical presentations, and so much more!

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Free Math & Reading Tutoring New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 3:30pm • Math PreK-8 | Reading PreK-3

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The End of Summer celebration is the last free summer event from the Borough President. This family-friendly event is fun for all ages and will feature a concert and fireworks show.

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Hawk Watch at Moses Mountain Moses Mountain 917-753-7155 1-3pm • All ages • Free

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Teen Cafe Remixed New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 2-4pm • Ages 12-18 • Free

Read Aloud Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library 718-494-1642 4pm • Ages 3-11 • Free

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Baby & Me Tottenville Library 718-984-0945 11am • Ages 0-1.5 • Free Movement Fun! New Dorp Library 718-351-2977 4pm • Ages 3+ • Free

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Through help from CDC, communities all over the country are making improvements. A New York City School District made 800,000 daily meals healthier by ensuring that foods and drinks meet certain standards for sodium, fat, and calories. A school district in Las Cruces, New Mexico has opened physical activity space to the community during after-school hours.

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IT'S POSSIBLE TO EXERCISE SAFELY DURING PREGNANCY

regnant women have mixed views on staying in shape.

Some mothers-to-be view pregnancy as a chance to cast aside concerns about body image and enjoy the freedom to eat a little more and revel in the changes their body undergoes during pregnancy.

Other women want to remain physically fit and return to their pre-baby weight as soon as possible. Regardless of the camp you fall into, it's important to know that exercising during pregnancy is a safe option for many women, provided it is endorsed by a doctor.

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EXERCISE AND EATING RIGHT CAN KEEP BOTH MOM AND BABY HEALTHY. As long as women keep the health of their babies in mind and consult their physicians, large baby, which can make labor and delivery more difficult. staying fit throughout a pregnancy is a very real possibility.

Exercise during pregnancy can reduce the risk of gestational According to the BabyCenter Medical Advisory Board and diabetes, pregnancy-related high blood pressure, and even the Institute of Medicine, depending on starting weight, postpartum depression. Additionally, physical activity during women can expect an average weight gain of 15 to 40 pregnancy can help with stamina and muscle strength, pounds during pregnancy. Women who will be having which will be essential during the delivery process. multiples will likely gain more weight than those who are not. Exercise and healthy eating can keep both mom and The American Pregnancy Association says that exercise baby healthy. does not increase the risk for miscarriage in healthy women with a normal, low-risk pregnancy. Many women who have The Mayo Clinic advises that pregnancy can be a great been following regular exercise regimens prior to their time to get active. Although it can be tempting to sit back pregnancies can usually maintain some level of physical and relax for nine months, it actually may be better for all activity throughout the pregnancy. BabyCenter Canada says involved to remain physically active rather than sedentary. that walking, swimming, cycling, yoga, Pilates, and even Exercise can ease back pain and other aches, and it can jogging can be safe and ideal exercises provided a woman prevent excess weight gain that may contribute to an overly

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does not go overboard. Sports or activities where a person might have a hard fall or be thrown off balance are not advised. These include horseback riding, gymnastics and bicycling. Sports where you can be hit in the stomach, such as tennis, are potentially unsafe and should be avoided.

Most experts advise pregnant women capable of exercise to aim for 30 minutes of moderate exercise at least three times per week. A more rigorous workout schedule may lead to a low-weight baby or could put excess strain on pelvic floor muscles that may lead to early labor.

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• Begin slowly and gradually build stamina.

• Avoid exercise that involves lying flat on the back during the second and third trimesters, as this decreases blood flow to the uterus.

• Always keep your doctor abreast of your exercise schedule and consult with him or her if you plan to include any new activities in your regimen.

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By Ann Clinton

It was a summery warm day in September, just before the first day of autumn. The sky was a beautiful blue with just a few puffy white clouds lazily moving about in the sky above.

Philip and Liam were relaxing on floats in Liam’s A PERFECT pool.

SUNNY DAY “This is the life, isn’t it, Phil?” Liam asked his cousin.

“Yeah, it is great – no school. I like any day when there is no school.”

“Phil, it’s Sunday. Of course, there’s no school. I meant it is great just relaxing here in the pool.”

“Oh, I see what you mean,” Philip said with a laugh and continued, “It is a beautiful day and I do enjoy being in the pool but I have a test tomorrow in Science, so I guess I was focusing on that.”

“Well, did you study for the test – you know, so you’ll be prepared?” Liam wanted to know.

“I did study – there actually wasn’t a whole lot to memorize since we’ve only been in school a few weeks,” Philip explained.

“Why are you getting a test now if you only have had time to learn a little bit?”

Liam asked.

“Here’s what my teacher said. She said that every two or three weeks she’ll give us a test on the materials covered during that time. That way if we’re having trouble, she will know.”

“Sounds like a good idea to me,” Liam said.

“Except for having to take a test every few weeks, it is a good idea because there is not as much to study,” Philip agreed.

“So, how is your new school?” Philip asked Liam.

“I like it,” Liam stated. “Some of my friends from elementary school are in my class now at middle school and I’ve met some new friends, too,” Liam advised.

“How about you, Philip? How is your new class? Are there some new kids in your 7th grade class?”

“My new class is good. I’ve made friends with some of the new kids. They weren’t in my 6th grade class, so I just got to meet them. They also did not come from my grade school, so they really are new friends,” Philip advised.

“And, you know what?” Philip asked.

“What?” Liam said.

“I’ve been letting my fingers trail in the water the whole time we’ve been on the floats,” Philip answered.

“I have, too,” Liam said.

“Look at your fingers. Aren’t they all wrinkly looking?” Philip asked.

Slowly, Liam took his right hand out of the water and held it up to the sun.

“Ooh,” he said and laughed. “I just sprayed my face with my wet, wrinkly fingers. The cool water feels good on my hot face.”

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Philip looked over at Liam. “Good idea for a face refresher.” And Philip let his two hands sprinkle cool pool water over his face.

Before either one could say anything, Liam’s mom called from the deck, “Is anyone hungry? I have some good eats here.”

“We’re coming,” Liam called.

“Hmm, something smells good,” Philip said as they walked up the steps to the deck, where Liam’s mom was busy grilling.

“What is that delicious smell, Aunt Jean?” Philip asked.

“Oh, I think you are going to like it. I’m making chicken fingers and French fries and sweet potato fries.”

“I don’t think I like sweet potato fries but everything else sounds good,” Philip responded.

“Phil, you have got to try the sweet potato fries. I thought the same thing at first but then I tried them. They are sooo good!” Liam exclaimed.

“I’ll think about trying them if I have any room left after I eat the chicken fingers and French fries.”

“Something else smells good,” Philip added as he walked over to the table.

Before he could figure out what that other good smell was, Aunt Ann came out onto the deck carrying a plateful of still warm brownies.

“That’s it,” Philip exclaimed. “Aunt Ann’s brownies.”

“And, for good measure, some ice cream,” Philip’s mom advised.

“Where’s the ice cream, Aunt Liz?” Liam asked.

“It’s in the freezer so it won’t melt,” Aunt Liz replied. “I’ll bring it out after we eat and we are ready for dessert.”

“Sounds good to me, Aunt Liz,” Liam said, and then asked, “Is Ryan coming over today?”

“Ryan has a practice class,” Aunt Liz answered.

“What kind of practice – is it baseball or football?” Liam wanted to know.

“It’s a practice class for a test Ryan is planning to take tomorrow. That’s why the class is on a Sunday. It has nothing to do with sports; I think it has something to do with lawyers,” Philip explained.

“Probably would be more fun if it was about sports,” Liam observed and turned to Aunt Ann. “How are Erica and Monica?”

“Monica will be coming home for the weekend next week. And, Erica said to say ‘hello’ to everyone and she’ll see us at our bagel breakfast next weekend,” Aunt Ann replied.

It was quiet for a few minutes and then Philip said happily, “I’m ready for brownies and ice cream.”

“Me, too,” Liam agreed.

1. Where were Liam and Philip?

2. Who brought the ice cream?

3. What day of the week was it?

4. When was Monica coming home?

5. Why was Ryan in a class on Sunday?

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• Swaddle. Whether you do it the old fashioned way with a regular blanket or with a new age fancy swaddling blanket, babies love to be snuggled tight. Although it may look uncomfortable to an adult, swaddling fussy babies tight with a blanket works wonders.

• Hold your baby. Don’t worry; you are not going to “spoil your child.” It is good to hold a crying baby and show love, comfort, and safety in mom’s arms. Don’t be afraid – go ahead and pick up your crying child.

• Rub baby’s tummy. Your baby might be experiencing gas or tummy trouble. Place baby in crook of your legs and rub her bare tummy. Make sure baby isn’t flat on her back, as this might create more pain. Oftentimes, just the sense of touch will calm your tot, but you might also help remove some of those painful bubbles.

• Distract your child. Play Peek-a-boo, place baby in front of a mirror, provide her favorite toy, or take baby to new scenery, like the backyard or a different room in the house. Ceiling fans also work miracles.

• White noise. Try turning on a fan or a sound machine.

Often, babies calm down when they hear something other than themselves.

• Alone time. If all else fails, put your baby in her crib and let her have some alone time. Sometimes they just need to scream, and the best thing you can do is separate yourself.

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ou should always feel free to call your pediatrician's office, even if it's for routine things like medicines, minor illnesses, injuries, behavior, or even parenting advice. Keep in mind, though, that your pediatrician may not be able to answer your questions without seeing your child first.

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Sometimes it's hard to tell how sick your child is. However, urgent care or a trip to the hospital is usually not needed for a simple cold or cough, mild diarrhea, constipation, temper tantrums, or sleep problems.

However, if your child has any of the following, call to find out if he needs to be seen: • Vomiting and diarrhea that last for more than a few hours in a child of any age • Rash, especially if there is also a fever • Any cough or cold that does not get better in several days, or a cold that gets worse and is accompanied by a fever • Cuts that might need stitches • Limping or is not able to move an arm or leg • Ear pain with fever, is unable to sleep or drink, is vomiting, has diarrhea, or is acting ill • Drainage from an ear • Severe sore throat or problems swallowing • Sharp or persistent pains in the abdomen or stomach • Pain that gets worse or does not go away after several hours • A rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher in a baby younger than 2 months • Fever and repeated vomiting at the same time • Blood in the urine • Bloody diarrhea or diarrhea that will not go away • Not drinking for more than 12 hours • Emergency care Call 911 for any severely ill or injured child or if your infant or child has any of the following: • Bleeding that does not stop with direct pressure over the wound

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• Suspected poisoning (Call the Poison Help line at 1-800-2221222.)

• Seizures (rhythmic jerking and loss of consciousness) • Trouble breathing • Skin or lips that look blue, purple, or gray • Neck stiffness or rash with fever • Head injury with loss of consciousness, confusion, vomiting, or poor skin color • Sudden lack of energy or is not able to move • Unconsciousness or lack of response • Acting strangely or becoming more withdrawn and less alert • A cut or burn that is large, deep, or involves the head, chest, abdomen, hands, groin, or face Tips Before And During A Call To The Doctor Your pediatrician may prefer that you call with general questions during office hours. Some offices even have special "phone-in" times. Before you call, have a pen and paper ready to write down any instructions and questions. It's easy to forget things, especially if you are worried about your child. During the call make sure your child is near the phone, if possible, in case you need to answer any questions.

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Fever

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Medical problems

Remind the doctor about past medical problems (such as asthma, seizures, or other conditions). He or she cares for many children each day and may not remember your child's health history.

Medicines

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Immunizations

Keep immunization records at hand.

These are especially helpful if your child has an injury that may require a tetanus shot or if pertussis (whooping cough) is in your community.

Pharmacy

Have the phone number of your pharmacy ready.

If the doctor needs to return your call, make sure you are available for a callback. Unblock your phone "call block," and keep phone lines open so that your pediatrician can return your call in a timely manner. Do not leave pager numbers. If you leave a cell phone number, be sure that you have your cell phone on and will be in an area where you can receive calls.

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COMMON EYE MYTHS

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Myth: Failure to use proper glasses will hurt your eyes.

Fact: This statement does have some truth in it for a small number of people. Some children have eye problems that can be corrected, and it is important that they wear their glasses. But vision problems caused by heredity or physical injury do not go away, even MORE THAN 90% OF EYE INJURIES CAN BE PREVENTED WHEN SIMPLE AND RELATIVELY with glasses. While corrective INEXPENSIVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE FOLLOWED. glasses or contacts are needed to improve eyesight, using Myth: Eating carrots will improve your vision. your eyes with or without glasses will not damage your Fact: While it is true that carrots, as well as many other vision further. vegetables, are rich in Vitamin A, which is an essential vitamin Myth: Reading in dim light can damage your eyes.

Fact: Reading in dim light can cause eye strain, but it will not hurt your eyes permanently.

Myth: Watching television for too long or sitting too close can damage your eyes.

Fact: There is no evidence to suggest that watching television for too long or sitting too close can damage your eyes. Young children often sit close to the television screen because they have a greater ability to focus on objects closer to their eyes than adults do. Due to this, children hold their reading material close as well. However, as they grow older, these habits usually change. If not, this may be a sign of myopia (nearsightedness). To detect possible eye problems, children should have regular eye exams.

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for sight, only a small amount is necessary for good vision. A well-balanced diet, with or without carrots, provides all the nutrients the body needs. In fact, too much Vitamin A, D or E may actually be harmful.

Myth: Reading fine print for too long will wear out or damage your eyes.

Fact: This is one of the most widely held myths about vision. Some people are concerned that they should not read too much because it will wear out their eyes. Although extensive or prolonged reading of fine print can cause eye strain, there is no evidence to suggest that it will damage or wear out your eyes.

Myth: Wearing contacts prevents nearsightedness from getting worse.

Fact: Wearing contact lenses will not permanently correct nearsightedness.

Myopia or nearsightedness is usually an inherited condition, and contact lenses can only be expected to improve vision. Contact lenses cannot prevent nearsightedness from getting worse.

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10 FREE TOKENS AT FUNSTATION Funstation is located on 3555 Victory Boulevard • 718.370.0077 Good only for birthday club members on this list. Not to be combined with any other offers. Offer valid on child’s birthday only.

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Field Station Dinosaurs ......................83 Financial Integrity ..............................89 Francis School ....................................81 Fun Station ............................................16 Games on Wheels ............................113 Gateway Academy ............................73 Genesis Fertility ..................................113 Gingerbread Learning Center ......139 Grounded Dancers ..........................101 Hair Angel New York............................31 High Hopes..........................................127 Holy Child ..............................................99 Huntington Learning ..........................36 Inspirations in Dance ........................108 iPlay America ......................................47 J & J Academy ..................................113 JCC Early Childhood Education ......91 JCC First Foot Forward ........................75 JCC Music Institute ............................83 JCC Reality Check ............................93 JCC Richmond Gymnastics............123 Kaplan Test Prep ................................105 KB Hockey Facility................................29 Kiddie Palooza ..................................107 Kiddie Wonderland ............................55 Kids ‘N Shape........................................59 Kids Dental ............................................10 Kidzrock..................................................95 Kumon of Silver Lake ..........................52 LA Dance ..............................................53 La Tea Da ..........................................101 Learning Express ................................55 Major League Screen Printing ..........75 Marist High School ............................84 Master Curry Karate..............................7 Mastropiero Pools ..............................36 Mathnasium..........................................67 Medieval Times ..................................103 Melissa’s Dance Workshop ..............89 Mini World Preschool ......................116 Miss Caroline’s Dance Elite ............113 Miss Jessica’s Jamz..............................65 Miss Theresa’s Danceland ................99 Music Together of SI ..........................27 New Dorp Christian Academy ........54 New Dorp Moravian Church ........109 Notre Dame Academy ......................51 On Your Toes ........................................28 Once Upon A Child ..........................109 Our Lady Star of the Sea ..................65 Paramount Oral Surgery ..................27 Parent to Parent ..................................79 Party Jam ..............................................97 Party Jungle ..........................................23

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Classroom Based Programs With ABA Instruction for 2-3 years olds

As per Section 4410 of Article 89 of the Education Law

• Group or Individual Curriculums at Your Home, Preschool or our Center.

• Diagnostic Evaluations and Therapy by Licensed Certified Professionals. Placement determined by NYC CPSE. • NYS Approved Preschool Evaluation Site.

• FREE TUITION AND TRANSPORTATION* * For all eligibile children. Funding provided through state and local agencies. Parent may transport for reimbursement.

• Developmental Areas: Behavior and Socialization, Cognitive Development, Speech and Language Hearing Loss, Physical and Occupational Therapy.

• Three Convenient Staten Island Locations.

• Call or Visit our School & Pick Up a Free Brochure.

• For Information Concerning the Early Intervention Program Call 311.

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Ages 0-5 Programs Available 718 80 Woodrow Rd • 471 North Gannon Ave • 144 Bloomingdale Rd E-Mail: GingerbreadLearn@aol.com

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Extended Daycare Hours 7am-7pm Available SEPTEMBER 2013

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