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Dating in Elementary School? Mon Oct 29, 2007 11:25 pm

I was all ready to post an article about biting or something like that, and I came across a headline with a question that bears further thought.  What age is appropriate for a child to start talking about girl/boyfriends?

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Spouses, Partners and Kid(s)? Thu Oct 25, 2007 11:52 pm

For parents who have found that they are wondering if this is truly their own life (the joy and tears) here is a long perspective article on how we all learn to adapt and eventually make things work.

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The Bystander and the Bully Sun Oct 21, 2007 10:29 pm

After only a month in Kindergarten, we know about bullies.  We actually learned about them in the two year old room at the preschool, and what a surprise, they are the same kids.  Here is some food for thought in how your child can help fight bullying in schools.

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Homework Follies Sat Oct 13, 2007 11:27 pm

Do you struggle with getting your kids to take time do their homework on a regular basis?  With so many distractions these days from computers, television and sports schedules it can be difficult to enforce quiet study time in the household.

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Are You Prepared For An Emergency? Tue Oct 9, 2007 10:57 pm

Preparing your family for an emergency can be a daunting task.  There are many scenarios to think through, and the process can be unpleasant.

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Going TV Free Sat Oct 6, 2007 10:02 pm

After the Baby Einstein video scare, it is easy to wonder about your kids’ TV habits. 

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School - One month later Tue Oct 2, 2007 10:54 pm

I’ve been saving up my insightful articles for the Kidzwire site, only to realize that I have some insights of my own to share after surviving my first month as a mother of elementary school children.

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