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The Joy of Learning

The Joy of Learning by: Mike Lim “ Part of what motivates me to write this book is a concern that we’ve lost touch in education with the sheer joy of what it means to learn something new.” Thomas Armstrong, Author, Awakening Genius in the ...

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Parents - What Kind of Role Model Are You?

Parents - What Kind of Role Model Are You? by: Margaret Paul, Ph.D. Are you being the person you want your children to be? Many parents today really try to be better parents than their parents were. They attempt to be there for their children - ...

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Watch Out For Allergies With Baby Laundry!

Watch Out For Allergies With Baby Laundry! by: Kirsten Hawkins So you're having a baby. You think you've thought of everything, but at the same time you're terrified that you've missed something. Here's one thing you may...

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Gifted Children: Do You Have A Gifted Child?

Gifted children are those kids whose talents, skills, potentials and abilities are so superior and exceptional that they set the child apart from their peers. Gifted children are often initially observed and identified when they excel in school, yet ...

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Relaxation Couldn't Be Simpler

Relaxation Couldn't Be Simpler by: Kim Beardsmore Many people use their sofa and TV to help them 'switch off and relax'. In reality, television programs can suspend you n stress for yours, with depressing or thrilling storylines, ...

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The Art of Criticism

The Art of Criticism by: Nilesh Gore If you do anything / different / beyond others expectations in your work on your own way or private life that impacts someone else, Criticism is always possible, and likely. When you get criticized, do you vi...

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Parenting Confidence - Who Needs It?

Parenting Confidence - Who Needs It? by: Frank McGinty It used to strike me as odd - but really, it makes perfect sense. If you are a regular flier, or have flown recently, you'll know what I mean. The 'plane is taxiing along for take...

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Children and Night Terrors

Children and Night Terrors by: Noel Swanson Q. "My 7-year old son wakes up periodically in the middle of the night. We find him sitting bolt upright, staring straight ahead, and screaming at the top of his lungs. He sounds like he's being v...

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When Is My Daughter Ready For Ballet Pointe?

When should you let your daughter start en pointe work? Ballet Pointe dance is strenuous and requires a lot of skill, but each dancer treasures her memories of the first time she makes it up and onto her toes. Your daughter should be at least 11 yea...

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How to Find a Babysitter or Nanny without Paying for Agency Fees

Your child deserves the best nanny or babysitter that you can find. For your peace of mind, you also need to find somebody who is perfect for the job. You need to make sure that you are leaving your child to someone who can take care of him and keep ...

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