http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:25:31 -0700 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:16:25 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Be-a-part-of-the-Marine-Toys-for-Tots-Hasbro-and-GI-Joe-mission?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s charity foundation Toys for Tots is taking things up a notch this year. Toys for Tots and Hasbro toys have joined forces. The foundation and the makers of G.I. Joe, “a real American Hero”, have str... Toys and Fun Stuff Take Care Support a Cause Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:16:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Be-a-part-of-the-Marine-Toys-for-Tots-Hasbro-and-GI-Joe-mission?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Info-101-Where-can-I-go-to-donate-to-Toys-for-Tots-in-Philadelphia?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Every child, even a teenager, can appreciate the latest toy or hot new gadget. Toys for Tots includes teens too. In Philadelphia county, Toys for Tots includes gift giving to “children up to 17 years of age” and to individuals over 17 ... Toys and Fun Stuff Things to Consider Support a Cause Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:30:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Info-101-Where-can-I-go-to-donate-to-Toys-for-Tots-in-Philadelphia?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Give-Kids-Sight-Day?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner If your child can’t clearly see the world around him, he can’t appreciate all the beauty it holds or even intentionally avoid some of the yucky and the ugly either. Good eyesight is essential for the seemingly basic tasks as well as th... Things to Consider Take Care Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:49:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Give-Kids-Sight-Day?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Bring-some-joy-with-a-toy-to-the-Toys-for-Tots-Holiday-Toy-Rush?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner As infants, children grasp rattles, shake toy keys, and become mesmerized with the interesting figure staring back at them in mirrors. As toddlers, Mega blocks, trikes, wooden puzzles and balls are all delightful wonders. Once entering the tween s... Toys and Fun Stuff Things to Consider Support a Cause Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:45:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Bring-some-joy-with-a-toy-to-the-Toys-for-Tots-Holiday-Toy-Rush?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Six-Nationally-Accredited-Primrose-Schools-Coming-Soon-to-Philadelphia?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner One of the nation’s leaders in early childhood education is coming to the Philadelphia area. Nationally Accredited Primrose Schools is “majorly expanding” in and around Philadelphia with six new locations. Not until now has this ... Learn and Discover Developmental Back to School Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:37:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Six-Nationally-Accredited-Primrose-Schools-Coming-Soon-to-Philadelphia?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Schools-out-its-time-to-Jamz-this-Veterans-Day?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Did you know that any time school’s out Jamz Rollerskating Center is in session? That’s right, there is actually a place to take antsy kids when schools are closed for the holidays. They even offer half day school specials. Wheth... Places to Play Toys and Fun Stuff Back to School Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:32:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Schools-out-its-time-to-Jamz-this-Veterans-Day?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Your-child-may-not-be-able-to-read-but-he-or-she-can-listen-to-audiobooks?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Children don’t have to put on their “listening ears”; they’re born with them. Just as there are innate reflexes to suckle and follow your body language and other physical cues with their little eyes, youngsters are listenin... Learn and Discover Toys and Fun Stuff Developmental Things to Consider Trips Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:06:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Your-child-may-not-be-able-to-read-but-he-or-she-can-listen-to-audiobooks?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d4-What-are-the-holidays-without-music-Give-the-gift-of-music-to-your-kids?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Do-Mi-Sol Kids is at it again with providing young children an excellent opportunity to grow and learn through music. During this holiday season, there will be a NEW 3-week program especially for the holidays. While other organizations’... Toys and Fun Stuff Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:23:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d4-What-are-the-holidays-without-music-Give-the-gift-of-music-to-your-kids?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d3-November-is-National-Family-Caregiver-Month-Nominate-your-Care-Hero?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Did you know that November is National Family Caregiver Month? Care.com sure does, and they want you to know they haven’t stopped caring. Care.com is having another giveaway! This time it’s for the caregivers in your children’s l... Take Care Support a Cause Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:21:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m11d3-November-is-National-Family-Caregiver-Month-Nominate-your-Care-Hero?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Obese-kids-have-a-right-to-be-happy-and-healthy-at-home-during-the-holidays-and-every-day?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Recall the New Jersey case of the foster children found to be starved and neglected? No doubt about it, it was criminal. So, what about children who are dangerously obese? Is that child endangerment? Is having an obese child criminal? With the up ... Controversial Things to Consider Take Care Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:25:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Obese-kids-have-a-right-to-be-happy-and-healthy-at-home-during-the-holidays-and-every-day?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Aunt-Jemima-Frozen-Breakfast-Education-Day-in-Philadelphia?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner It's what sustains us, gives us energy, and even makes us smarter. That's why there is a day dedicated to chewing the fat, literally and figuratively. October 21, 2009  has been proclaimed "Aunt Jemima Frozen Breakfast Day" ... Developmental Things to Consider Back to School Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:59:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Aunt-Jemima-Frozen-Breakfast-Education-Day-in-Philadelphia?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Little-black-girls-want-good-hair?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner I want to be a white woman when I grow up.Photo by Robin L. Jessie-Green “I want to be a white woman when I grow up ‘cause they’ve got long straight hair…,” from the lips of a 5-year-old African American female.It beg... Controversial Developmental Things to Consider Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:37:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Little-black-girls-want-good-hair?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d10-Liar-liar-pants-on-fire?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner My dad's a superheroAP Photo/Ted S. WarrenSome children fib, some tell little white lies, and some tell some serious whoppers; in the end they all lie. Story-telling or embellishments are acceptable at a young age and is to be expected. Teetering the... Developmental Things to Consider Take Care Sat, 10 Oct 2009 13:43:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d10-Liar-liar-pants-on-fire?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d2-No-nuts-allowed-School-Districts-efforts-to-protect-our-children?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner No Nuts. (School District flyer.) Photo by Robin L. Jessie-Green  In an effort to protect our children from harm, The School District of Philadelphia has created a Nut-Free Zone in its preschool programs. They have eliminated the use of peanut... Learn and Discover Things to Consider Take Care Back to School Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:29:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m10d2-No-nuts-allowed-School-Districts-efforts-to-protect-our-children?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Show-and-Tell-makes-lasting-impressions?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Turtle hatchlings.(AP Photo/SeaWorld Orlando)  “Dad, what can I bring for show ‘n tell? You think I can take Liam in for show ‘n tell? I promise to take good care of him. We don’t have a dog. Mom’s allergic, remem... Learn and Discover Back to School Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:38:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Show-and-Tell-makes-lasting-impressions?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d26-Just-sneeze-in-your-krelbow-H1N1-Swine-Flu-prevention-tips?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner Keep your hands out of your face. Photo by Robin L. Jessie-Green   Hundreds, maybe even thousands of little grubby hands with germy fingers are lurking around the corners of school halls, in classrooms, bathrooms, and cafeterias. Kids are... Things to Consider Take Care Back to School H1N1 (Swine Flu) Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:58:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d26-Just-sneeze-in-your-krelbow-H1N1-Swine-Flu-prevention-tips?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Music-boosts-reading-and-math-skills?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner   Music teaches. (Will Powers/AP Images for VH1)  In case you hadn’t heard, “music can boost reading and math skills.” (Resources for Educators, 2009). Literacy skills are developed and vocabulary is built through the rh... Learn and Discover Developmental Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:16:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Music-boosts-reading-and-math-skills?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d16-Win-free-childcare-for-a-year-with-a-Philadelphia-provider-thanks-to-Carecom?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky Finding reliable childcare can be a challenge. Parents want to rest assured that their children are in good and trustworthy hands. A secure environment for your child is priceless, but having a qualified person to look after... Things to Consider Family Recession Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:31:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d16-Win-free-childcare-for-a-year-with-a-Philadelphia-provider-thanks-to-Carecom?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d9-Starfall-helps-support-literary-skills?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner   (AP Photo/Andy Wong) It’s back-to-school time for many, but for your child it may be the very first time. Children and parents worry about the start of the school year, especially when it’s the first time around. Perhaps the worri... Learn and Discover Developmental Back to School Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:10:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d9-Starfall-helps-support-literary-skills?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d6-Whats-for-lunch-next-year-Future-improvements-on-the-School-District-of-Philadelphia-lunch-menu?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio) With students heading back to school, concerns of what rumbling tummies are to be fed fill parents’ heads. Packed lunches are an option that allow for more control over what our children are eating everyday; however, ... Things to Consider Back to School Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:44:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-4001-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2009m9d6-Whats-for-lunch-next-year-Future-improvements-on-the-School-District-of-Philadelphia-lunch-menu?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner