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Language Development in Toddlers

Two-year olds are generally talkers, though most of the time we do not even know what they’re saying. However, their words mean something to them. The toddler’s mind is ahead of their mouth literally. Their new motor skills are not coordinated with each other. In the mind of the toddler, all the words are right, but when they try to convert the thought to speech, gibberish comes out. Don’t worry if sometimes they sound like they are saying complete sentences in a foreign language. Most toddlers will gradually get better at forming their words in due time. To assess a … Continue reading →

Preschoolers and ADHD Research

ADHD is a common condition that is often identified when a child starts preschool for the first time. It is characterized by the inability of the child to pay attention or focus. Your preschool teacher may discuss the possibility of your child having the condition, but you should have any diagnosis done by a professional before you accept the possibility that your child has ADHD. ADHD is listed by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a serious public health problem that causes significant impairment in school performance and socialization, and for which there is limited effectiveness of … Continue reading →

Things Your Preschooler Learns While Playing Part 1

Are you concerned that your preschooler is too busy playing to learn anything? It seems to be a constant theme for homeschooling moms who want to see some measurable progress in their child. Well, do not worry, your child really is learning. Here is part 1 of things your preschooler learns while playing. Driving Toy Cars: Playing with toy cars can teach many basic life lessons. Children learn how to follow road signs like stop and go using activity driving rugs, as well as learning to recognize important buildings like churches, schools, and fire stations. I Spy: Whether you use … Continue reading →

Calculators in the Classroom

While eating lunch one day last week, some sixth grade teachers were discussing how their students struggled with subtraction that required borrowing. After the topic circled the table a couple of times, the conclusion was made that students are being allowed to depend on calculators too much. Many state tests and curriculums now allow students to use calculators for their math calculations. When I was teaching eighth grade pre-algebra, I taught my students how to use a scientific and graphing calculator. However, they could not use them on every day work or on the state test. Now things have changed. … Continue reading →

Education Week in Review: July 1 – July 6

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News is hot in education this summer with Supreme Court rulings and more. Stay in touch with Families.com education blog in order to keep up with the latest happenings. Check out below for a recap of the week. Monday, July 2 Education Timeline Through 1926 This was nearing the end of my education timeline series. This time period introduced Montessori schools, junior high schools, and junior colleges. Education Timeline Through 2002 This article finished my educational timeline series. I ended with charter schools, educational updates, and the No Child Left Behind Act. Tuesday, July 3 Questions Concerning Supreme Court Ruling … Continue reading →

Tips for Teaching Ergonomics

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In my last article, I discussed the fear that children who work long hours on a computer may develop trouble with calcification of their bones. I also talked about how a few schools are now addressing ergonomics in attempt to teach children the correct posture when operating a computer. However, many schools have not bought into the ergonomics program. If your child is not learning correct posture and computer health at his or her school, you can begin teaching it at home. Follow some the tips below. These are not only for children. I know I can benefit from some … Continue reading →

Teaching Children Ergonomics

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In some previous articles, I have discussed the controversy over teaching computer skills to young children. Most schools now have computer laborites and offer computer classes to children beginning in kindergarten. One concern brought up by technology hesitates, is the children’s health. One school in Redmond, Washington has decided that learning the basic keystrokes and mouse functions are not the only important concepts when it comes to technology. The school also teaches ergonomics. Ergonomics is a Greek word that relates work to the person. The concept of ergonomics is to help the user or worker learn to be comfortable and … Continue reading →

Thoughts to Ponder Before Teaching Your Child Computer Skills

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There has been some controversy about children and the use of computers. While some believe that it is important to teach young children how to use a computer, others feel that computer skills should not be taught until children are older. There are some things that you should consider before teaching your child how to use a computer. Not all children are ready for sit down activities that require longer attention spans. Before you get started, think about some of the following: How ready is your child to use a computer? Is your child interested when you are using the … Continue reading →

How Early Should We Teach Computer Skills?

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Today’s world is full of technology. Many stores absolutely cannot function if the power is off. Customers at Wal-Mart cannot even open the door without electricity. The future is likely full of more computers and technology to come. At school, I have a computer center. I rarely have to instruct students on how to operate the computer. They usually figure out the games well before I do. Children are learning about technology at very early ages. The Wall Street Journal predicts that almost all preschools are equipped with computers for student use. Ten years ago the number was only about … Continue reading →

I Have No Education–I Cannot Get a Job

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Yesterday, I wrote a blog about people wanting the perfect job who don’t have any special talents, training, or skills. I said that everyone has to bring something to the table by giving some reason for the employer to hire you, and I also said that people should get a job that they’re passionate about. I realized last night as I was getting ready for bed that I was dispensing general advice, with no concrete links to follow or advice to follow up on. Tomorrow, I am going to show how I would tackle specific (made up) scenarios of mothers … Continue reading →