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(By Carla Molina) I believe labels can be powerful in both harmful and empowering ways. This is especially true for young children who are developing an inner dialogue with themselves, one they’ll live with for the rest of their lives. As a mother of daughters, I choose my words with great care. I want […]
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Mosquito season is in full swing. A lucky few people seem immune to the bites of the pesky insects. Others can’t seem to avoid them. New research explains mosquitoes’ apparent selectivity. According to an article in Smithsonian magazine, an estimated 20 percent of people are “especially delicious” to mosquitoes. (Shudder.) They are bitten more
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(By Katie Lepi) Kittens and bacon are taking over. Quite literally. I was searching for awesome education infographics to share with you, and when I began my search using terms like ‘education’, a graphic about kittens and bacon came up. I’m not joking, guys. Even Google believes that kittens +bacon = education! But of
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(Emma Taylor) Learning is a fundamental skill that everyone possesses. Babies learn how to survive, as well as critical language skills, and movement from the moment they are born. Parents can help to enhance their child’s learning process, and help their children develop skills that they will use for a lifetime. 1. Research Learning
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(Jeff Vance) It’s no secret that kids (and adults) love playing video games. Video games have become one of the most popular uses of leisure time and are a multi-billion dollar a year industry. Many educators have discovered that video game design and development is an effective learning tool in the classroom. The main
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(By Folksy) Smiles are nice. Cards are nice. Gifts are nice. All the “standards” are nice–and all, at least in part, are somewhat expected. If you really want to make someone’s day, do the unexpected. It’s not hard. Little things truly can go the longest way. All it takes is a tiny bit of
1. But, You Promised! “Parents use promises for a variety of reasons—to bribe their child into doing what they want, to avoid a possible confrontation with their child, to spare their child from disappointment, to create hope in their child,” says Sylvia Rouss, an early childhood educator and author. But children are sticklers when
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(By Dotun Onimole) A nine-year-old boy has made the headlines as he broke past barriers to run into Pope Francis’ arms in order to tell him something that moved the pontiff to tears. A video captures what is surely one of the most poignant moments of the Pope’s last Friday’s trip to Rio for
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As many people hit middle age, they often start to notice that their memory and mental clarity are not what they used to be. We suddenly can’t remember where we put the keys just a moment ago, or an old acquaintance’s name, or the name of an old band we used to love. As
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Eye makeup can define how natural or dramatic your look is. Whether you want to learn a process you can use every day or look stunning for a special occasion, here’s how to get it right. Steps 1.Start with a clean slate. Wash your whole face with a gentle cleanser before you begin, paying
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