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Contents

On the Cover: Jaidyn 13 and Sienna 12 Ja Photo P Courtesy of Sooter’s We offer free skill development programs to core city community children and their families. We celebrate our diverse community and strengthen the family bond so our children live in a healthy community

in this issue 4. Make Space We cannot teach to our children what we do not know ourselves.

6. Dyslexia Awareness Month A local psychologist wants parents to know about the techniques and services available. 8. Sibling Rivalry Tips for parents to keep the peace in the family.

9. Get the Flu Vaccine! Fall is here and so is the risk of germs being spread at school. 12. Halloween Safety: See and Be Seen! A few helpful hints to keep your children visible to motorists on All Hallows’ Eve. 14. Boost Your Mornings Try this nutritious recipe to go with your oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothie

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Commentary

Make Space For The Hard Stuff How to deal with anger, stress and anxiety By Stephanie Renaud B.A., B.Ed. Let’s get super honest right off the top. Parenthood is the hardest job you will ever inhabit. Whether you are a mother, a father, a stepparent, an adoptive grandparent, an adoptive parent . . . whatever your entry point to parenthood is, it is the most challenging, most transformational, most real work that any of us will ever do. In parenthood, you will meet your edge in ways that you never imagined, and see parts of yourself that you thought you had long ago buried or excised, never to be seen again. Parenthood, like nothing else, brings each of us face-to-face with ourselves —the good, the bad, the ugly, the unimaginable and the transcendent. Fantasy vs. Reality When we embark upon becoming parents, we spend lots of time in fantasy about the beauty. The sweet, impossibly small clothing and the cherubic face of our infant. Holding hands with our preschooler as we walk by the river. Sharing our favourite books, stories and toys to the rapture and delight of our beautiful mini-selves. The reality is so different. Yes, there is beauty, transcendent beauty, joy, laughter, happiness and connection. There is also pain, heartbreak, exhaustion, frustration, mundanity, rage and nearly every other deep, dark, ugly emotion that most of us were never given the tools to really navigate with any kind of mastery. The feelings we hide from, we stuff down and we avoid at all costs, these are what compose the core of parenthood. They are inevitable and essential, and we need to learn how to make space for them. We do this by making space for them within ourselves first, because the deep truth of it is that we cannot teach to our children what we do not know ourselves. When our child won’t sleep because they anxious, what do we do? Do we even see the anxiety within ourselves? How do we sit with our own fear? If our habit is to run from and hide from our own fear, this anxious child, still awake in front of us will bring us face to face with ourselves. This does not feel good, and we will want to run and hide. What society teaches us as parents is that we have encountered a ‘problem’, and that it’s our job to ‘fix it’. The deeper truth is that we treat big emotions like problems in our children because we see them as problems within ourselves. We have somehow lost connection to the reality that all emotions are a part of full and rich human experience. We so often strive for perfection, and forget that progress is what parenthood is made of. No end product, no destination. Growth. Not only theirs, but our own as well. Yelling can be a symptom of something deeper within you, telling you exactly where you need to look as a person in order to find the answers to what you do as a parent.

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The next time you come face to face with a feeling that scares you, in yourself or your child, I challenge you to breathe, step back and take a careful look at what your truth is in that moment as a person, dig deeper into your story and I suspect that you will find some powerful answers to whatever parenthood dilemma you are facing. It may not be pretty, and it certainly won’t be perfect, but it will be progress, and that is what parenthood is all about.

“You will only accept your child to the degree that you accept yourself.” – Dr. Shefali Tsabary

Stephanie Renaud is a Windsor-based writer specializing in parenthood. For more information, please visit StephanieARenaud.wordpress.com and follow her on Instagram @Stephanie_Renaud

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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. And one local psychologist has some pertinent information that she feels she needs to share with Windsor and Essex County parents with regards to teaching children the mechanics of reading. “I think it’s important for parents to understand that there are techniques out there and parents are getting the services that their children need,” says Laurie Ferguson, a local psychologist. “The services are out there, but we need to educate people that there is help available. Take an active role in your children’s education” She says that in terms of reading, there are five essential skills to be worked on constantly; phonemic awareness, phonics, reading fluency, vocabulary and text comprehension. (visit FiveFromFive.org.au for further information)

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“These skills are not mandated, while teachers are welcome to use them,” explains Ferguson. “What concerns me is the growing number of articles, especially in the U.S. – parents launching lawsuits against school boards and teachers because their kids don’t know how to read.” She believes that parents need to take a more proactive active role. While accountability by teachers is pertinent, parents need be educated as well. Ferguson encourages one-on-one interaction directly with a child’s teacher. What are you goals? What are the teacher’s goals? Don’t let things slide. If there is a situation – parents need to get involved. And get talking. Ferguson says that we need to move away from the things she has witnessed going on in the U.S. “I think that things happening currently in connection with dyslexia are very pertinent to parents in all communities. “Of late, I have seen and read more articles about the state of achievement in schools in reading,” says Ferguson. “What has disturbed me most has been the state of failure that is coming across for children who struggle to learn to read.”

Several lawsuits have been launched – and won – against school districts (Berkeley, CA among others) for the failure to teach children with reading disorders (dyslexia) how to read using appropriate evidence-based strategies. The most recent disturbing trend Ferguson has read about has been for school districts in Ohio, Arizona and South Carolina setting policies that students who do not read at grade level could be retained in Grade 3 rather than promoted. “This ‘third grade reading guarantee’ is predicated upon the idea that these students do not read well enough to profit from instruction sufficiently in the upper grades. The Matthew Effect is often cited in defence of these decisions. Retention is not a new concept, nor is its return as a consideration as a solution to children not learning to read.” Ferguson adds that there is much research that reveals the necessary components for effective reading instruction. These strategies are not specifically included in the Ontario curriculum, although teachers have the freedom to choose to use them if they wish. “The difficulty with this situation is that teachers are typically not taught about the science of learning to read,” she says. See DYSLEXIA AWARENESS on page 13

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Brothers and sisters can be great friends, and those friendships often grow stronger with age. However, when kids are young, those fun and friendly relationships are not always so easy to come by. Arguments and fights may occur as sibling rivalry rear its ugly head, and parents may be unsure how to resolve the conflicts. Keeping peace in the family may require some of these strategies: • Encourage positive remarks. Encourage siblings to say a nice thing about each other around the dinner table. Acknowledging what they like about a sibling can help kids focus on the positives of being a brother or sister. • Eliminate ‘mini-parents’. It is the adults’ job, not kids’, to reprimand or show direction to children. When one child starts parenting another, parents must nip that in the bud as quickly as possible.

• Employ reverse psychology. Force the children to spend no time together one day. Actually ban interaction among siblings if they are prone to constant fights. Going without that company can illustrate just how much they miss being together. • Reward bickering and fussing with chores. Reward arguments with chores. If children have time to argue, they are probably not engaged in productive work. Knowing extra chores will be the result of arguing can help limit the number of fights. • Fair doesn’t mean identical. Children sometimes pick fights if they think a sibling is getting more attention from their mother and/or father than they are. Kids need different things in a relationship and parents can recognize that carbon-copy activities will not help quell that feeling of unfairness.

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Flu season is around the corner Lower your childʼs risk: get the vaccine Fall is here and your children have started school. Being around more people, it is easier to catch and spread germs and become sick. Late fall is normally when influenza (‘the flu’) season begins. The flu is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. Is my family at risk for the flu? Anyone can get the flu. Symptoms include cough, fever, sore throat, headache, muscle aches, runny nose, and tiredness. For healthy adults, it may not seem so serious. However, for children, pregnant women, and older adults, the flu can be dangerous. They may have a harder time fighting the virus. As such, they are at most risk for serious health complications (such as pneumonia) and being admitted into the hospital. How does it spread? The flu spreads mostly by breathing in air droplets of another infected person when they sneeze, cough, or talk. The virus may also live on surfaces for several hours. You can then become infected by touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with your hands after touching contaminated objects. You can spread the flu before you even have symptoms. How do I lower my child’s flu risk? For almost everyone six months of age or older, the best way to protect your family is to get the flu vaccine. It is important to get vaccinated every year because the virus changes so often and your immune response to the virus lessens within a year. The vaccine helps your body fight the virus easier. Thus, you may not experience any symptoms at all, or experience less severe symptoms. The vaccine has been proven to reduce the number of doctor visits, hospitalizations, and deaths. Other ways include: • Washing hands thoroughly and often using warm water and soap or hand sanitizer. • Teaching respiratory etiquette, including coughing/sneezing into your elbow or a tissue. • Staying at home if sick and not sharing any personal items, such as cups. • Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces that are often touched by others (i.e. doorknobs). Can the vaccine make my child sick with the flu? The vaccine does not give you the flu. Some people may have a slight fever or muscle aches one to two days after the vaccine. This means that your immune system is working. It often takes one to two weeks for the vaccine to work. Therefore, you can still get infected during that time. Get the vaccine early to make sure you are well protected. Which vaccine is the right one for my child? The typical vaccine provides protection against three types of influenza. Children six months and older may get the vaccine that protects against four types. This vaccine is also offered as a nasal spray. Make sure to speak to your health care provider about which one is best for your child. When and where can I get the flu vaccine? The free flu vaccine is available in October. You can get it from your health care provider, pharmacist (for persons five years and older), or the Health Unit (by appointment). Make getting the vaccine part of your annual back-to-school routine. For more information or to book an appointment, please visit WECHU.org or call the Health Unit at 519-258-2146 ext. 1222 Windsor Parent | October 2017

JRPH launches new Junior Curatorʼs Club The John R. Park Homestead is launching a new, engaging program for area youth – The Junior Curator’s Club. The museum’s newest program is designed to be an interactive and exciting opportunity for young people aged 11-14 who are interested in getting behind-thescenes with conservation and cultural heritage Junior Curators will delve into the museum world first-hand as they learn about the tools and practices of museum technicians at the award-winning Homestead. Through the four-week program, participants will hone their skills, which will culminate in curating their own exhibit. There will be an exclusive Exhibit Opening for family and friends at the final club meeting. “Club members will work with the site’s professional museum staff each week to learn about preserving our past and sharing our collective stories with visitors in a meaningful way,” explains JRPH curator/education coordinator Kris Ives. Included with registration, Club members will receive their very own Junior Curator’s Kit, including artifact-handling gloves, an archival quality pen, and other museum-quality items.

Skills will be developed through hands-on experience practicing the techniques of museum curators in the 19-acre Park family settlement on the shore of Lake Erie. “It’s very exciting to investigate the journey of artifacts from discovery to display, and there is quite a lot of personal growth and investment when you design a museum exhibit from start to finish,” adds Ives. “We are excited to provide this opportunity to local youth who have an interest in culture and heritage.” The program will also feature a Homesteading Skills component each week, where participants will have the chance to try their hands at trades from pioneer times including: blacksmithing, wood working, fireplace cooking, and more. The program will take place on four consecutive Sundays in October at the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area. Cost for the four-week program is $100 and registration is limited to 15 participants. Pre-registration is required at JuniorCuratorsClub2017.eventbrite.ca For more information, please call 519-738-2029 or e-mail jrph@erca.org

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Would you know if your child was being bullied online? These days, your children spend more time on social media than ever. As a parent, that makes it difficult to know what they’re up to. If your child is being cyberbullied, you may not even know it. Here are three ways to help if they are being victimized: 1. TALK THE TALK Like an iceberg, most cyberbullying happens below the surface. Because it leaves no physical marks, recognizing it can be very difficult. To find out if your child is a victim, open up a dialogue. Begin by asking about online behaviour and whether or not ‘drama’ or cyberbullying is common. From there, ask more direct questions. Remember: this is not a one-time chat. Things change quickly, so check back regularly.

2. STAY ACCOUNTABLE, KEEP ACCOUNTS The internet remembers everything, but the speed at which it moves can make it difficult to see the big picture. If cyberbullying escalates, you and your children should have a record of everything that happens. Encourage your kids to track incidents through screen captures and other electronic methods. “These days, with apps like Snapchat that instantly erase messages, it’s more difficult to be vigilant about record keeping,” explains Nimmi Kanji, director of Telus Wise Internet and Smartphone Education (WISE). “But having a record is essential to taking disputes offline and stopping further cyberbullying.”

3. SEEK HELP No matter how mature or well-prepared, children should know they have reinforcements when necessary; this could include their parents, responsible older siblings, teachers, or other authority figures and trusted adults. Reassure them you will always offer guidance or a sympathetic ear and be there to support them when they need it. There are also resources like Kids Help Phone that provide free around-the-clock counselling that you can reach out to before a small problem becomes something too big to handle. Learn more about dealing with cyberbullying at Telus.com/WISE Source: NewsCanada

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Sweet Statistics Candy reigns supreme on Halloween. Candy compels trick-or-treaters young and old to don costumes and spend hours scouring neighborhoods for the best treats. Kids know which houses give out full-sized chocolate bars and which are offering other coveted goodies. Although consumer spending in October may not be as high as it is during the holiday season, Halloween shopping is considerable. Here is a look at some notable statistics for the season: • The amount of children in Canada participating in trick-or-treating was up 1.4 per cent between 2015 and 2016 – totalling 3,870,938, according to Statistics Canada. • Roughly $418.8 million was spent on candy, confectionery and snack foods at large retailers in Canada in October 2015. • According to a survey conducted by RetailMeNot, the average Canadian plans to spend $178 on Halloween. • Many people associate Halloween with children, but the day gives everyone the chance to dress up. In fact, adults will likely spend more money on their costumes than those for children. Witches, pirates, vampires, Batman, and cats are the most popular adult costumes. • Halloween is celebrated in many different countries. In addition to Canada and United States, areas of Europe, Asia and Latin America have their own Halloween celebrations.

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Improve visibility while trick or treating Thousands of costume-clad children will embark on treat-finding missions in neighborhoods all across the country this Halloween. Everyone wants their Halloween festivities to be fun, but it is important that trick-or-treaters and their chaperones prioritize safety as well. Safe Kids Worldwide says that twice as many child pedestrians are killed while walking on Halloween compared to other days of the year. Ensuring trick-or-treating youngsters are visible to motorists can make Halloween safer for everyone involved. Here are some strategies for safe trick-or-treating: • Supervise the festivities. Adults should chaperone young trick-or-treaters who are unlikely to be focused on safety in the midst of Halloween excitement. • Use reflective tape or LED lights. Dark costumes coupled with twilight can make it difficult for motorists to see trick-or-treating youngsters. Parents can improve the chances of their kids being seen by motorists by adhering reflective tape onto kids’ costumes. Glow sticks and wearable LED lights also can illuminate trick-ortreaters. • Carry lanterns or flashlights. Children and/or chaperones who carry flashlights and lanterns can improve their own visibility while also making themselves more visible to motorists. Lanterns and flashlights help trick-or-treaters avoid holes, cracked pavement and other obstacles. For those children who want to free up their hands for better treat gathering, lights that strap to the head are an option. • Keep the lights on. Homeowners can do their part by keeping outdoor flood lights and accent lighting on to make paths safer for youngsters on the prowl for Halloween candy. • Choose face makeup over masks. Children wearing masks may not spot oncoming cars or other hazards. Face makeup won’t affect kids’ visibility but will still help them look scary.

Be Happy Vineyard Run raises $8,100 for ʻYou Can Write A Childʼs Storyʼ campaign Viewpointe Estate Winery’s third annual Be Happy Vineyard 5K/10K Run raised $8,100 in support of the Windsor-Essex County Children’s Aid Foundation’s ‘You Can Write a Child’s Story’ campaign. Pictured, from left, are Esther Reaume and Jean Fancsy from Viewpointe Estate Winery, and Mike Clark and Tina Gatt from the WE Children’s Aid Foundation. Over the past three years, the Be Happy Vineyard run has raised over $26,000 supporting local charities.

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Dyslexia Awareness Month Continued from page 6

“Again and again, teachers admit that they are not knowledgeable enough about how reading happens and what to do to teach students with reading disabilities. Therefore, evidence-based instruction is typically not employed within the regular classroom. “While some elements of it do find their way into classrooms, follow up instruction for students who are not successful is not necessarily sufficient, and may not be implemented until the children have already begun to fail (Grade 3 and beyond).” Many parents are aware that intervention is essential as early as Grade 1 and could be implemented even earlier with readiness skills. “When I look at the directions being taken in the U.S., I have to wonder what direction we will take in Ontario,” she adds. “I guess that will depend on the pressure brought to bear by the real stakeholders here – the parents – on behalf of their children.”

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Nutrition

Simple tricks to satisfy picky eaters New strategies that parents can consider for even the fussiest tastebuds! Family mealtime can be challenging for a variety of reasons, including the varying taste buds of moms, dads and their kids. Although there is no consistent definition of picky eating, according to a report published in the journal Frontiers in Pediatrics, the term is generally used to characterize children who eat a limited amount of food, have strong food preferences, have restricted intake of certain foods, or who are unwilling to try new foods. It’s difficult to account statistically for picky eating, but this relatively common behavioural problem tends to peak around age 3. Picky eating tends to be genetic. A study led by Dr. Lucy Cooke of the department of epidemiology and public health at University College London found genes are largely to blame for picky eaters. According to her research, 78 per cent of pickiness is genetic and the other 22 per cent is environmental. Pickiness usually is a temporary part of normal development, and many of the behaviours associated with picky eating can be alleviated by open-minded, patient parents who are willing to try new things themselves. Experiment with different textures Sometimes it isn’t the food itself but the texture of the food that is the problem. Therefore, parents shouldn’t rule out certain foods just yet. For example, a child might not like the texture of a baked potato, but mashed potatoes are fine. Try presenting the food in a different way. Cauliflower is one food that can be transformed into many different styles, from being grated like rice, to baked into a pizza crust. Don’t give up on foods on the first try. Make meals more hands-on Many ingredients touching one another can be an overwhelming experience for children getting ready to eat. For example, young kids may not understand that melted yellow stuff on a hamburger is the same type of cheese they eat cubed with crackers for lunch. Rather than create separate meals, make the dinner table look like a fixings bar at a restaurant. Let kids pick and choose what they want to put on their plates. This may compel them to be more adventurous with their selections.

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Find ways to mask nutrition Choose foods that children regularly eat and enjoy and experiment with ways to dress them up and make them more nutritious. Regular mac-and-cheese can be improved with the use of whole-grain pasta and fresh cheese instead of boxed mixes. Try making chicken nuggets from scratch rather than buying frozen nuggets. Smoothies can be enhanced with fresh fruit and other mix-ins. Even desserts can include pureed vegetables and fruits to increase their amount of vitamins and minerals.

Breakfast tips for focused mornings Mornings are tough. In fact, a new poll by Purdue Pharma (Canada) found that many Canadians, particularly younger respondents (39 per cent), have difficulty sticking to a daily morning routine, including eating a healthy breakfast and being on time. Nailing those morning routines can be even more difficult for the one-in-20 school-aged children and four per cent of adults diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). “The best way to start your morning is to actually get in front of it,” says nutritionist Theresa Albert. “Having an ironclad plan for your morning that offers flexibility without too many choices is key to maintaining focus and energy throughout the day. Eating the right amount of protein and fibre is easy with only a few ingredients that can be used in different ways for high-nutrient meals in a flash.” This make-ahead, nutritious breakfast recipe from Albert is just one way to keep mornings on track, whether you have ADHD or not. It boosts any meal with nutrients, flavour and anti-inflammatory properties. A teaspoon sprinkled into smoothies, yogurt or oatmeal helps to set blood sugar levels and keep energy steady throughout the day. Try preparing all ingredients for the week on Sunday evening for multiple mixand-match, nutrient-rich breakfasts.

BREAKFAST BOOST RECIPE Prep Time: 2 minutes Servings: 8-10 Ingredients: 1/4 cup chia seeds 1/4 cup hemp seeds 2 tbsp cinnamon 2 tsp turmeric 1 tbsp stevia powder (optional) Directions: 1. Mix all ingredients and place into a jar on the breakfast table. 2. Add mixture to yogurt, a fruit smoothie or porridge for protein and fibre-packed breakfasts all week long. Make sure to consume within one month. For more information, please visit CADDAC.ca/adhd/ Source: NewsCanada

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A serving of vegetables has made its way into these Directions: mini chicken meat loaves, but you wouldn’t know it. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F/175°C. The mushrooms and carrot help keep the meatloaf moist while adding flavour and nutrients. Make a big 2. Place mushrooms in a food processor batch in advance and freeze for up to one month. fitted with a metal blade. Pulse until finely chopped.

MUFFIN TIN MEAT LOAF Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Makes: 12 mini meat loaves Ingredients: • 8 oz (227 g) fresh cremini mushrooms • 1 lb (500 g) ground chicken • 1/4 small onion, finely diced • 1/4 cup (60 mL) grated carrot • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) Worcestershire sauce • 3/4 cup (175 mL) breadcrumbs • 1 egg • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) Italian herbs • 3 tbsp (45 mL) mustard • 3 tbsp (45 mL) brown sugar • 1/3 cup (75 mL) ketchup

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine mushrooms, chicken, onion, carrot, garlic, Worcestershire, breadcrumbs, egg and Italian herbs; mix until evenly combined. 4. Spray muffin tin with non-stick spray. Fill each tin cup to the top with meat mixture. 5. In a small bowl, mix together mustard, sugar and ketchup Spread sauce evenly over top of each loaf. Tent tray lightly with foil. Bake for 20 minutes and then remove foil cover. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until meat thermometer registers 165°F/74°C. Serve with a side of mashed potatoes and steamed green beans. Find more nutritious recipes online at Mushrooms.ca Source: NewsCanada

Windsor Parent | October 2017

We have your ticket to lots of Tricks ‘n Treats! Kids are invited to pick up a Trick ‘r Treat Passport for wicked halloween fun and a chance to WIN great prizes!

OCTOBER 27 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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5:30pm – to – 7:30pm

Colour and make it

Boo-tiful!

• Colour in our Halloween colouring page • Fill out ballot and return to the Mall Guest Services Centre • One colouring page will be drawn at random for a chance to win a Family Prize Pack valued at $100

October 1 - 27 Name: #FFTGUU email: 6GNGRJQPG #IG

DRAW: MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2017 Must be 12 years and younger accompanied by an adult to enter. Fill out the ballot above and bring to the mall Guest Service Centre.

October 2017 | Windsor Parent