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Spring has Sprung!
It’s crazy to think that as I write this- and snow falls outside, that spring actually *IS* on it’s way. I am SO looking forward to the Tulip Festival, the lavender fields, and picking blackberries with the kids. Add to that, all the amazing, familyfun easter events, the farmer’s stands and markets and well- I just can’t imagine a better place than our own Willamette Valley in the spring. This issue has some great Spring Break ideas, Easter event listings, a fun Bucket List Bingo page where you can cross off affordable ways to make memories over the school holidays. As the sun peeks out, and the flowers bloom all around us, it’s encouraging me to look toward the future and new beginnings. I was thinking the other day, of the future, and all the things that I have yet to teach my kids before they are out and on their own. As a mom to two grown sons as well, I mentally checked off the list of questions they have called me with, that probably- I should have taught them before booting them ( lovingly, of course ) out of the nest into the cruel, cruel world. :) I have come up with a list of 51 things that you could technically start showing your kids now. No, potato peels do NOT go in the sink! I also learned recently about tapping. It sounded crazy at first, but holy cow, it really works! It’s a great calming technique that parents and kids alike can utilize to work through anxiety and the challenges we face today. Find out more about Tapping on page 10. Jenifer Trivelli has written a great piece on simple ways to connect with our kids, and with some articles about road trip ideas, and a few hiking possibilities, your Spring Break looks like a blooming good time!
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March/April 2019 PUBLISHER Yvette Tripp
ISSUE 22
EDITOR Yvette Tripp
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SIX EASY WAYS TO CONNECT As our kids grow older and go through different phases of childhood, so too does our level of connectedness wax and wane.
about their thoughts on a variety of subjects. This idea especially works for kids (& parents) who have brains that process information better in quiet solitude or need more time for thoughtful responses. If you have a kiddo that isn’t yet writing, you can draw pictures back and forth. The idea is that your child knows they have another way to communicate with you if having a verbal conversation seems difficult. It’s very important that you remember to write them back and do it within a matter of days. They’ll notice.
For some of us, the infant toddler preschool year feels most easy to connect in; a time where hugs and snuggles and stories are natural occurrences throughout the day. Others prefer the elementary years, finding connection through shared interests and all the time spent together in the car between different activities. Some folks even favor the teen years, discovering a sense of newfound wonder at the unique and marvelous and wise being that now hangs around even though they have the option of leaving. Whatever stage of parenting you are in, you’re sure to find some useful tidbit in the suggestions below of easy ways to (re-) connect.
2. Give meaningful gifts.
1. Make a shared journal.
This is a journal just for you and your child to take turns writing in. You can write about anything (hint: search “questions to ask kids” if you get stuck). It’s also an opportunity to share with them positive qualities you see in them, and ask questions
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These do not have to cost money! You can pick up a nature item from the ground or draw a picture or pass along something of yours you no longer need. The simple idea behind this is it communicates to your child you were thinking of them when they weren’t with you. Younger children and children that could use the comfort of home when they are out in the world can take these objects with them and draw on the memory of how they felt when you gave it to them to give them strength.
3. Find rhythms of connection.
6. Proximity is purposeful. There
Look for natural times in your days and weeks that create space for connection. Time in the car, evenings before bed, and Sunday mornings/afternoons are some examples of times that might work in your family’s rhythm. As the parent, you set the stage for what can happen with that time. Do you plop on the couch and turn on a movie or scroll through social media? Your physical presence doesn’t necessarily translate to your kiddo that you are available for connection. Use these times to offer connection (ask a question, offer to play a game or go for a walk, etc) and be patient while your child’s brain picks up on the pattern. Some kids are slower to open up and need more time than others.
are times to connect with your child and there are no words to be shared. No games to be played, no action to take. Maybe you’re tired, maybe they’re not having it - whatever the reason, simply being close to each other is a meaningful source of connection. Researchers from the Institute of HeartMath found that our brains can detect the calming (or stressed) presence of another person as much as three feet away. Additionally, just 20 seconds of nurturing touch can unleash a cascade of feel-good hormones in our bodies. Connecting without words is a powerful connection indeed. At the end of the day, whether you take one or more of these ideas and find a pathway to connection or come up with ideas of your own, the simple act of being aware and open to possibility is the first and most important step.
4. Share music. If you have a teen, ask
them what they’re listening to lately. (Disclaimer: if you choose this option, be open to what they might share. Ask them what they like about it. Perhaps there are words you wouldn’t choose to hear, but maybe your teen likes the beat. Maybe they like the feeling they get when they listen to it. If you criticize/judge/make fun of what they share, the sharing probably won’t happen again.) If you have younger children, invite them to listen to different kinds of music with you and ask what they think, how the piece feels to them, how their body might like to move with it. You can also share a song with them that is meaningful to you about your relationship to your child.
Jenifer Trivelli (WiseMind Educational Services, LLC) has a Master’s degree in Counseling and is a Registered Yoga Teacher of adults and children in Salem, Oregon. Find her on LinkedIn, Facebook, or shoot her a note at wiseminded@yahoo.com.
5. Make your presence count.
Every time your child talks to you, look in their eyes. Close the screen on your phone and put it down (research shows you’re more distracted when it’s on, even if you aren’t looking at it). Turn your body to face them when possible (obviously not when driving), and have an open posture. Really listen to what they’re saying, and check to make sure you understood them correctly - particularly if they have a history of saying you don’t get them. They might not open up or respond the way you’d like the first time, but there is sure to be a time when what they share makes all the times you made this effort worth it.
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Spring BUCKET LIST Break BINGO Make some memories this spring!
START A NEW BOOK!
SPLASH IN A PUDDLE!
VISIT A NEW PARK!
SEE A WATER FALL!
VISIT THE COAST!
SEND A SPECIAL LETTER TO A FRIEND!
BLANKET FORT!
VISIT A MUSEUM
SEE THE CHERRY BLOSSOMS AT THE CAPITOL
VISIT THE LIBRARY
TAKE A HIKE!
watch the stars outside
Play Base ball
Cook a fancy dinner!
DECORATE A FLOWERPOT
DO SOMETHING NICE FOR SOMEONE
SET UP AN OBSTACLE COURSE
TAKE PICTURES OF SPRING THINGS
make up a SILLY DANCE
START A SPICE GARDEN
LEARN A NEW GAME
VISIT A NEARBY TOWN
DONATE TOYS TO A CHILD IN NEED
FRE E
Have a picnic!
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TAPPING: What is EFT, and how can it calm our kids?
Here’s how tapping works: Firmly but gently tap either side of the body, using the fingertips of either hand. Tap long enough to take three complete breaths in and out. Breathe deeply in and out as you tap. These accupressure points that work well for tapping. The most popular/least noticeable is the Karate Chop Area - outside edge of hand, below little finger. Eyebrow - (either eyebrow, tap on end near bridge of nose) Under the Eye (about 1’ below either eye, on bone) Chin (below lower lip, on the crease where the chin starts) Don’t worry about being exact and don’t worry about doing all the points, or about following a specific order.
Today’s world can be stressful for parents and kids alike. I often look for new techniques to help de-stress myself and my kids. I came across some helpful information on tapping techniques to teach children, that the child can use to calm herself when she’s upset. Research has shown that breathing deeply is highly effective in calming the body and helping to shift the emotional state. Many find it helpful to add mantras, which are simple phrases that serve to counteract a negative thought or belief that doesn’t serve you. This brings us to a very simple technique that helps to anchor the breathing and calms our subconscious, called EFT, or the Emotional Freedom Technique. What in the world? Let me explain. EFT stems from joining traditional acupressure with breathing and a mantra. This simple process has you gently tap the acupressure points with your fingertips while you breath deeply and give your subconscious a verbal message. With time, your brain thassociates tapping with the feeling of calm from the conscious breathing, and it helps you reach a more relaxed state. Like any other mindfulness practice. EFT becomes more effective the more often you use it.
Mantras that are effective for kids could be something to the effect of: -I can do this. -I am safe. -I am confident. -I am loved. -I solve my problems. -I’ve got this. -I am calm. Events where tapping can be useful for kids, are any time they feel overwhelmed or anxious. Before a test, being introduced to new situations, having difficulty grasping a concept, conflict with peers etc.
Children can learn to use EFT techniques in everyday situations, inconspicuously, and effectively. You can introduce them to tapping, by doing it for them, with permisson, and then encouraging them to tap it out, themselves. Let’s talk about whereto effectively tap on the body, and how to tap to work through stress.
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By breathing deep, gently tapping, and repeating mantras, your child is well on their way to self regulating their mental wellbeing and establishing healthy coping skills that will serve them well all their lives.
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Local Easter Celebrations
FELLOWSHIP CHURCH EASTER EGG HUNT
Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 1 PM – 3 PM PDT 6994 Sunnyside Rd SE, Salem, Oregon 97306 ADMISSION: FREE Fellowship Church is hosting an Easter egg hunt! Come and join us for this free event for kids of all ages! Ceasar the No Drama Llama will be available for hugs and photos! We will have snacks for your family along with face painting and bounce houses! A food truck will be present if you are interested in supporting a small local business.
DEEPWOOD EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA
Saturday, April 20, 2019 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Deepwood Museum & Gardens · Salem, Oregon 503-363-1825 ADMISSION: $5 per child, $1 per adult. Deepwood Members (Family Level and Above) receive $1 off admission. Advanced registration is required. www.deepwoodmuseum.org to purchase tickets. Tickets are also available for purchase at the Deepwood office. This event is designed for toddlers through age 10. Easter Bunny, crafts, games, and egg hunts according to age group. Visit our website to purchase tickets. Ticket bundles are being offered to help you save on processing fees. Rather than a single start time for the egg hunt, attendees can come ANYTIME between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. to hunt for eggs and participate in the other activities.
OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH SALEM
Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 10 AM PDT 1770 Baxter Road Southeast Salem, Oregon 97306 ADMISSION: FREE Join us at this year’s Community Easter Egg Hunt and Party on Saturday, April 20. A kid friendly music opening starts at 10:00 a.m. Children (Toddlers - 5th Graders) will be dismissed to Egg Hunting areas for lots of eggs and candy. Afterwards join us in the gym for activities and crafts. All are invited, so invite a friend or two!
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CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH
Saturday, April 13th at 11:00 am. 1230 Liberty St SE Salem, Oregon 97302 ADMISSION: FREE (Please bring a canned good donation) All children through 4th grade are welcome! The Easter Bunny will be making an appearance, and there is an Easter Basket giveaway. We will be sharing a message about the Good News of Easter, and we are also collecting non-perishable food donations for Marion-Polk Food Share. This event is free and indoors.
KEIZER
ACCESSIBLE EGG HUNT
Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 10 AM - 12 PM PDT Log House Garden at Willow Lake 5655 Windsor Island Rd N, Keizer, Oregon 503-581-1732, x318 or email community@shangrila-or.org ADMISSION: FREE A $1 suggested donation per person is encouraged. Shangri-La is excited to host the fifth annual Accessible Egg Hunt for people with disabilities of all ages. Photos with the Easter Bunny, games, prizes, music and much more! The egg hunt activity is reserved for individuals with disabilities of all ages and their immediate family members age 12 years and younger. All are welcome to participate in the non-egg hunt activities, such as the photo booth, games, etc. Come ANYTIME between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. to hunt for eggs and participate in the other activities. Accessible space and format: go-at-yourown-pace, paved and grass surfaces, ear muffs provided for sensory sensitivities. Wheelchair accessible parking. Most surfaces are also wheelchair/walker-friendly. Interested in donating egg fillers (candy, coupons, etc.), prizes (admission passes, gift certificates, etc.) or making a monetary contribution to support this community event? Give us a call or send us an email.
PORTLAND RABBIT ROMP
Public · Hosted by Oregon Zoo Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 9:30 AM – 3 PM PDT Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, Oregon 97221 ADMISSION: FREE WITH ZOO ADMISSION Welcome spring with candy hunts, fun activities and farm animal talks at Rabbit Romp, geared at 10-and-under. Candy hunts and coloring activities begin at 9:30 a.m. Two hunts for kids 3-10 and kids 2 and under. Meet animals at the Family Farm between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and Wildlife Live! meet-and-greets from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Photo opportunities, games, activities, animal experiences and educational fun.
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March 1
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Friday - Sunday 11am till midnight. 11th Annual Mt. Angel festival with tons of vendors, quality entertainment, fun filled kindergarten with rides and games for kids, road race and more. Now open Friday and Saturday until midnight! Sunday from 10-6pm! Mt Angel Festhalle 500 Wilco Hwy, Mount Angel www.mtangelvolksfest.com
Come learn German with us! For beginners and intermediate German learners, ages 5-10 years old. These are theme-based events. Each day has it’s own content, materials adjusted to the level of the learners, small group. Snack provided. Contact Ludmila Schuster 541-908-9210 or deutscheschulecorvallis@gmail.com for more information. www.deutsche-schule-corvallis.org
Mt Angel- Mt. Angel Volksfest
Corvallis- German Class for Kids
March 1
Corvallis- Parent’s Night Out at Osborne Aquatic Center
March 3
Friday 6PM- 10PM $18 Single Registration $15 Each With Multiple Registration, $20 day-of registration. Drop off the kids for fun and games while you go out for a night on the town. Kids ages 3 to 6 will play games in the activity room and those 7 to 12 can also go for a swim! We’ll provide a team of fun counselors, games, activities and a healthy snack. Preregistration required. Buy Tickets: apm. activecommunities.com www.corvallisoregon.gov/pool
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Salem- Storytime & Craft - Venti’s
Sun, March 3 3:00PM Join us on the first Sunday of each month at Venti’s Cafe + Basement Bar downtown to keep your little ones engaged and entertained when it’s cold and wet outside! We have partnered with local Usborne Books & More Literacy Advocate, Brecia Hale, to present a free story time and craft series! All ages welcome, with stories and crafts tailored for ages 2+. Venti’s Cafe + Basement Bar 325 Court St NE, Salem, Oregon 97301
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March 22
Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 2 PM – 6 PM General Admission $5! DOORS OPEN AT 2 PM MOVIE AT 3 PM. March is a wild, wild month! We’ve selected some wild and adventurous movies to fill your March with fun. Whiteside Theatre 361 SW Madison Ave, Corvallis Buy tickets online at: www.whitesidetheatre.org/movies.html
Fri, Mar 22 at 9 AM – Mar 24 at 5 PM 3 days of fun for horse owners and horse lovers of all ages. See World renowned pros share their expertise, watch entertaining equine demonstrations with horses of all breeds, competition of the Mustang Adoption Challenge, check out BreyerWest and shop the large trade show! www.equinepromotions.net/
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Sat, March 16 at 3PM Kids with their grown-ups are invited for an hour of unstructured Lego play in Salem Public Library Story Rooms A & B. Legos are provided. Bring your imaginations! No sign-ups are necessary. www.salemlibrary.org
$144.00 Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply realworld concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as: Hot Air Balloons, Space Stations, Tugboats, and the Eiffel Tower. Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. For ages 6-11. City of Salem Recreation Services and City of Salem Pringle Hall 606 Church St., Salem, www.egov.cityofsalem.net/ParksRec
Corvallis- Whiteside: Harry Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone
Albany- NW Horse Fair & Expo
Salem- Lego Party for Kids
Salem-Spring Break Lego Camp
March 16
Salem- Cherry Blossom Day
10am-2pm rain or shine. FREE Join us at the Capitol to celebrate the rich impact of the Japanese culture with events, exhibits, booths, Music and more. Tower Tours are capacity controlled and are weather permitting. These tours are first come, first served, limited to 45 people per tour. Waivers need to be signed, and children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Wristbands will be issued for each person going on the tour. FREE PARKING www.OregonCapitol.com
March 16
Albany- IRun for Kids
Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 9 AM – 12 PM Presented by Anytime Fitness Register by March 1st to be guaranteed a shirt! 10 mile start 9:00am Little Leprechaun Dash start 9:05am 5K start 9:30am Packet Pickup and Registration is Friday, March 14th from 4-6pm in the West Albany High School Lobby, and race day starting at 7:30am at theBulldog Stadium At West Albany High School. Bring your spirit and running shoes. Can’t wait to see you there!
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April 2
April 8
Salem- 2 hours for the price of one at SuperBounce
Salem- Storytime & Craft - Venti’s
April 8 10:30AM Join us on the first Sunday of each month at Venti’s Cafe + Basement Bar downtown to keep your little ones engaged and entertained when it’s cold and wet outside! We have partnered with local Usborne Books & More Literacy Advocate, Brecia Hale, to present a free story time and craft series! All ages welcome, with stories and crafts tailored for ages 2+. Venti’s Cafe + Basement Bar 325 Court St NE, Salem, Oregon 97301 www.salemtickettoplaycafe.com
Every Tuesday! Enjoy our indoor inflatable park with 7 large inflatables in a safe and clean environment. Relax in the air conditioning while your kiddo enjoys jumping. 3160 Blossom Dr NE, Salem www.superbouncesalem.com
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Salem- Kidz Love Soccer Tot/Pre
Sat 9:40 AM PDT ·City of Salem Recreation Services presents Tot/Pre Soccer for ages 3.5-4, $95/participant Enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! Encourages large motor skill development through fun soccer games and introduces small children to the group setting. All participants receive a Kidz Love Soccer Jersey! Shinguards required after the first class. Woodmansee City Park 629 Sunnyside Road SE www.cityofsalem.net
April 9
Salem- Early Childhood Matters
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at 12 PM – 4 PM Hosted by Children’s Institute Early childhood advocates from across Oregon are gathering in Salem to make sure our lawmakers know: Early Childhood Matters! Policy makers must prioritize young children and their families in budget and policy decisions. When we invest in young children and their families, whole communities thrive. Please join us for Lobby Day. Let your state representatives know why early childhood matters. www.childinst.org
April 6
Corvallis- The Corvallis Maker Fair
Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 10 AM – 3 PM hosted by Oregon State University, which is free and open to the public. The CO•, a campus-community partnership, offers the OSU community and the general public the opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and create in addition to providing a forum for research and teaching the value of hands-on learning in K-12 classrooms and beyond. Memorial Union (Oregon State University) 2501 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis www.corvallismakerfair.org
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Salem- Card Club
Tue 1 PM · Craft Warehouse · Share ideas, try new products, and learn the latest trends in stamping and mixed media techniques to personalize your cards. 3930 Rickey St SE Salem, OR 97317 www.craftwarehouse.com/event/
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April 12-13
Friday, April 12, 2019 at 9 AM – 7 PM Don’t miss THOUSANDS of quality children’s items at a fraction of their retail cost! TWO DAY EVENT! * Support Parents in the Community While Getting Great Deals! * Bring Your Friends for a Fun Shopping Day! LIFE Community 4900 NW Hwy 99, Corvallis, Hosted by Ever After Resale www.everafterresale.com
the demo garden, meet landscapers, ask questions of the Master Gardeners, and buy plants at the area’s biggest spring plant sale. We’ll have booths you can browse selling chic home decor, the kids will enjoy our many learning and play areas, and bring your home remodel questions for builders, designers, and an architect! The Home Show bursts at the seams with home improvement ideas and tips from the local experts. Linn County Fair & Expo 3700 Knox Butte Rd E, Albany www.wvpevents.com
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April 27
Sat 10 AM PDT · Salem-Keizer Education Foundation From the creators of the SAT and Khan Academy - Official SAT Practice. This world-class test practice is free to all students and personalized to show areas where they excel and areas where they need more work. Students will have an opportunity to prep for their SAT every Saturday in March and April at the McLaran Center for Student Success. 223 Commercial St NE www.skeducationfoundation.org
Sat 9:30 AM PDT · FREE Physiq’s FamilyFit offers unique fitness classes that encourage families to get healthy together. FamilyFit classes have you work out along side your kids,sharing fun time together, making healthy choices, and making fitness a part of your family routine. It’s a great lesson in being brave and trying something new and challenging together. Bring your family the last Saturday of every month and join in the fun with FamilyFit. Best for ages 5 and up FREE *OPEN TO THE PUBLIC* Physiq Fitness, Keizer · Keizer, Oregon
Corvallis- Corvallis Children’s Consignment Sale
Keizer- FamilyFit Class
Salem-SAT Test Prep
April 20
Silverton- Earth Day Celebration at Oregon Garden FREE
April 27
Salem- Asian Pacific Islanders Day
Join us for the 20th annual Earth Day, presented by Marion County at The Oregon Garden, April 20th, 2019 from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free to the Garden on April 20, 2019. We encourage you to make a $5 donation when you bring your family to enjoy this day of free education and entertainment. Parking on site is $5. Free shuttles will be available from the gravel lot between Roth’s Fresh Markets and Seven Brides Brewing: 918 N. First St. www.oregongarden.org/earth-day
The Oregon State Capitol will be celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Day at the Capitol on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Capitol is kicking off National Asian and Pacific Islander Month, which is May, and offering a gateway to the events happening throughout the state. For more information, call Visitor Services at 503-986-1388. www.oregoncapitol.com
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April 26-28
Albany-46th Annual Linn County/ Spring Home and Garden Show This FREE event boasts hundreds of giveaways, big and small. Dream about your backyard as you tour
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It’s time to start thinking about Kindergarten for your little one! AUMSVILLE ELEMENTARY Call (503) 749-8040 for beginning date. BUTTE CREEK, SILVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT call (503) 829-6803 for beginning date. CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Register at Fam Jam on Sat, April 27 at the Polk County Fairgrounds. CLOVERDALE ELEMENTARY, CASCADE SCHOOL DISTRICT- call (503) 749-8050 for beginning date. DALLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT Register at Fam Jam on Saturday, April 27th at the Polk County Fairgrounds. EVERGREEN ELEMENTARY, SILVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT (503) 873-4845 for start date. FALLS CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (503) 787-3251 for start date. GERVAIS ELEMENTARY Call starting March 1st for appointments for round up April 24th JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, JEFFERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT (541) 327-3337 Select option 4 for start date. MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY, SILVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT (503) 873-6341 for start date. MARI-LINN SCHOOL, NORTH SANTIAM SCHOOL DISTRICT (503) 859-2154 for start date. NORTH MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL Call Primary School at (503) 678-8500 to request a registration packet. Round up is Tues, April 9th, 6:00-7:00pm. PERRYDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (503) 623-2040 for start date. SALEM-KEIZER SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Call your local elementary school for an application packet as Kindergarten registration begins March 5th. SCOTTS MILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, SILVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT Kinder Round up Spring Date: TBD. Call (503) 873-4394. SILVER CREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, SILVER FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT Kindergarten registration appointments begin in May. Call (503) 873-4428 for information. STAYTON ELEMENTARY, NORTH SANTIAM SCHOOL DISTRICT (503) 769-2336 for start date. ST. MARY’S PUBLIC SCHOOL, MT. ANGEL SCHOOL DISTRICT Kinder Round up Thursday, April 11, 6:30-8:00pm. (503) 845-2547 for questions. ST. PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kindergarten Round up- May 8th at 3:30pm. SUBLIMITY ELEMENTARY, NORTH SANTIAM SCHOOL DISTRICT (503) 769-2459 for start date. TURNER ELEMENTARY, CASCADE SCHOOL DISTRICT (503) 749-8060 for start date. WOODBURN SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Call your local elementary school to schedule an appointment beginning March 1st
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BOOK REVIEW Books that are just plain fun to read out loud. Wonky Donkey
Don’t Let Pigeon Drive the Bus
Author: Craig Smith; Illustrator: Katz Cowley Ages: 3-5
by: Mo Willems Ages: 2-6 Caldecott Honor Book 2004
The kids you love will love this cumulative and hilarious perfectly suited for readaloud that features a free downloadable song!
Kids love to shout “no!” to this book! When the Bus Driver takes a break from his route, pigeon decides it’s his time to drive the bus! Pigeon tries a million and one ways to convince the reader to let him drive the bus, encouraging readers to answer back and decide his fate.
“I was walking down the road and I saw... A donkey, Hee Haw! And he only had three legs! He was a wonky donkey.”
Mo Willems’ hilarious picture book debut was a Caldecott Honor book and was inducted into the Picture Book Hall of Fame.
Children laugh out loud with this perfect read-aloud tale of a personality filled, sweet and endearing donkey. By the end of the book, readers end up with a spunky, hanky-panky, cranky, stinky, dinky, lanky, honky-tonky, winky wonky donkey!
Other books that are equally funny to read about the Pigeon’s adventures: The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! (2004) Don’t Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late! (2006) The Pigeon Wants a Puppy! (2008) The Duckling Gets a Cookie!? (2012)[3] The Pigeon Needs a Bath! (2014) Board books The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too! (2005) The Pigeon Loves Things That Go! (2005)
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Repetitious rhymes encourage kids to read along with this hilarious story, complete with full, brightly colored illustrations that will leave you and your kids smiling from ear to wonky ear. Available from Walmart.com, Amazon.com, Scholastic.Com and more. Softbound $6.49
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Pig the Pug
Where the Sidewalk Ends
Author: Aaron Blabey Illustrator: Aaron Blabey Ages: 10+ Aaron Blabey’s Pig the Pug is a hysterical reminder that it can be tough to share, sometimes. The beyond-amusing, color-rich, crisp, illustrations, rhythmic meter, and unpredictable humor are loved by everyone, kids and adults alike. This valuable take on the lesson that sharing is best, serves as memorable reminder that hoarding things typically doesn’t end well. Pig might be greedy and selfish, but he’s sure cute, and his bug-eyed horror at the thought of even sharing with another dog is comical and easy for young kiddos to relate to. Recommended to anyone looking for children’s stories addressing questions of sharing and kindness. Pig the Pug is relatable and hysterical.
by: Shel Silverstein Ages: 8+ Seriously, is there any genius like the genius of Shel? With simple but oh so effective illustrations, and an impeccable talent for rhyme, Where the Sidewalk ends is a perfect blend of crazy and classic. With poems that range from the Crocodile’s toothache, to Ridiculous Rose, there’s a poem for everyone. She delivers as he always does. Wacky and wonderful rhyme and meter, makes this a great choice to read aloud with your kids of all ages. If you love this book, check out his other poetry collection “A Light in the Attic”. Classic Shel is timeless, and always funny.
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As a mom of four kids, with two
grown, there are oftentimes I watch my older sons struggle with something, or they will call and ask me something and I think: Man! I should make a list of all the things I should have taught them before they moved out! As I was helping my 16 yr old return an item he ordered from Amazon, I decided it was a perfect time to make that list. So here you go, in no particular order: 51 life skills your kiddos should know:
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1. How to adress an envelope. 2. Write a check. 3. What can’t go in a microwave (foil, etc). 4. How to fill a prescription. 5. How to find a doctor. 6. Dawn is not dishwasher safe. 7. How to change a tire/fuse/oil.
8. Car insurance info. 9. How to open/close a bank account. 10. How to balance your checking account. Find us on facebook! /willamettekidsandfamily
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11. Credit cards and interest rates
31. If you have a bad feeling, heed it.
12. Comparison shopping/Coupons
32. Everyone deserves a second chance, but not always for the same mistake.
13. Taxes. 14. How to prepare 2 meals to absolute perfection. 15. How to hook up utilities. 16. How to resolve conflict.
33. Proper way to clean pots & pans. 34. Check breakers in your home. 35. Replace Smoke detector battery.
36. How to dispose of grease & oil. 17. How to recognize a friend is in ( No! Not down the sink!) trouble, addiction, financially, emo37. Vehicle inspection/registration. tionally, etc. 18. How to set healthy boundaries. 38. How to pay bills online/by check. Saying No, is ok. You don’t even have to explain.
19. Birth Control isn’t foolproof. 20. How much to tip servers. 21. How to admit a mistake. 22. Write Thank You notes. 23. Pull over the second your car overheats. 24. Deal with emergencies.
39. Check/monitor/improve credit 40. How to take their temperature. 41. When to go to the E.R 42. Basic first aid for cuts, sprains, etc 43. Names and uses of basic tools. 44. Check your credit report for fraud. 45. What to do if you smell gas.
25. Who and how to ask for help.
46. Check tire pressure.
28. Call your parents often!
49. How to read food labels.
26. How to get involved in the com- 47. What you can/can’t run through a garbage disposal. munity/ Join a club or cause. 48. How to unclog a toilet. 27. Where to meet good people. 29. How to self-regulate sleep, alone 50. The importance of daily physical activity. time, healthy eating. 30. Integrity, honesty, and direct- 51. Put down your phone, unplug and connect with the world outside. ness win every time! 25
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17 harmful teen apps you need to know about
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S taying on top of the myriads of apps that our teens use can be a daunting
task- but vigilant parents have tagged these apps as potentially worrisome. Here is a list of current popular teen apps that you may want to investigate and discuss with your children.
GroupMe This
group messaging app allows users to chat with large numbers of friends or strangers.
Chatous randomly matches users to strangers across the world.
Oovoo is a free messaging and video
calling for one-on-one chats or group chats with up to 8 users. Suitable with supervision, but unsupervised use could have consequences.
Tik Tok Similar to the once popular
Musical.ly and Live.ly apps. Teens may be tempted to take risks to get more of a following or likes on a video. Iit’s important to talk about what they share and with who.
Live.Me The Live.Me app allows users
to connect with people all over the world to live stream, watch videos and chat.
Bigo is another popular live stream-
ing app where users connect through live video. Screen recorder apps can be downloaded to save videos.
Down is a new dating app where users can connect to find romantic matches or hookups. It is not intended to be used by people under the age of 17, however there is no regulation on this app.
Tinder a very popular dating app for
adults focused on geo-location and a swipe system to match users. This app is also relatively easy for teens to use even though it is rated for users over 17.
Calculator - Photo Vault & Video Vault It took me a while to
find this app, but it does exist. This app hides files and videos under a psuedo calculator icon. Teens may use this app to hide files from parents.
Omegle matches
users with random chat partners from all over the world. Typically chat starts with an A/S/L ( Age, Sex, Location) and can immediately turn to sexually explicit questions or scenarios.
Badoo a chat and dating app where
users are connected based on crossed geo-location paths. This app is also not intended for minors, but does not have strict age verification. Strangers may have access to your child’s location.
Snapchat THE most popular app
among teens is widely abused . Teens may take the pictures to an x-rated level. This app is often used for sexting. The app’s invisibility cloak misquides teens to think revealing pictures disappear. Screen grabs are possible.
Whisper Amidst random secrets,
location-based posts are often used to anonymously solicit sexting and sex from strangers nearby. These posts are not restricted by age, and have no warnings for explicit content:
Ask.fm Since the site is allows for
anonymous, unmonitored content, it is increasingly being used for cyberbullying, sexualized content, and other abuses.
Hot or not Hot or Not is a popu-
lar app where users can rate others on whether they’re physically attractive or not. There is also a locat based fearure for this app.
Burn book “This app is ripe for
cyberbullying. The social networking service brings anonymous cyberbullying and threats of violence to American high schools.
Wishbone There are
concerns about the direct messaging functionality that enables teens to speak to people they don’t know with no restrictions. While this list is not exhaustive, it can be a good start to keeping you in the loop as to what to look for in order to keep your teen safe.
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