Articles written by Jan Zeiger
All 38 articles written by Jan Zeiger
Homeschooling Multiple Children: Meeting Your Children’s Individual Needs Without Going Crazy
Category: Homeschooling (general)
The idea of homeschooling several children can be scary for some parents. The unit study approach will help you maintain your sanity while meeting your children's needs. more...
Unschooling: An Introduction to Self-Directed Learning
Category: Homeschooling (general)
Wondering about unschooling? Read on to learn about self-directed learning and how to get additional information on this homeschooling style. more...
American Idol: Named “Favorite Show” at Kids’ Choice Awards
Category: Tween TV
It's obvious that millions of kids are watching American Idol each week. So is American Idol really suitable for children and tweens? more...
Marketing to Children: The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Learn about the harmful effects of marketing to kids and what you can to do to protect your little ones. more...
Eloise in Hollywood: Visit Hollywood with Eloise This Month on Starz Kids and Family
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Go along with Eloise and Nanny on their exciting trip to Hollywood where Eloise realizes that life as a big movie star isn't as glamorous as she expected. more...
Developing a Community of Learners: Nurturing Classroom Relationships on the First Day and Beyond
Category: Classroom Management Tips
Here are tips for transforming your class into a thriving, learning community in which children feel safe and connected to those around them. more...
Daytime Emmy Awards: PBS Leads Nominations for Children’s Programming
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Broadcasting classics like Reading Rainbow and new favorites like Curious George, PBS has been nominated for more Daytime Emmy Awards than any other network. more...
Creating a Discipline Plan: Tips for Developing and Implementing a Behavior Management Plan
Category: New Teacher Support (general)
Here are some quick tips for creating a behavior management plan as well as a special book recommendation for new teachers. more...
The Caillou Controversy: Some Parents Disapprove of the Popular Preschool Series
Category: Preschool TV
As a member of several parenting groups, I've found that some mothers don't let their children watch Calliou. Meanwhile, other parents speak highly of the program. more...
Nick News with Linda Ellerbee: News Show for Kids To Feature Young Activists
Category: Educational TV
Meet children who are standing up for their beliefs and causing a quite a stir. Watch Nick News with Linda Ellerbee on Sunday, January 28 for their stories. more...
Blue's Clues Spin-off: Live Action Series Starring Blue to Premiere on January 26th
Category: Preschool TV
Blue's Room is a new educational series that will feature children's favorite puppy, Blue, along with her little brother, Sprinkles, and her good friend, Joe. more...
Miley Cyrus of Hannah Montana: Daughter of Country Crooner Plays Pop Star on Hit Show
Category: Tween TV
Miley Cyrus stars in Disney's Hannah Montana, a favorite among "tween" viewers. She's joined by her real life father, Billy Ray Cyrus, who plays her dad on the show. more...
Jim Henson's The Hoobs: Award-Winning Preschool Series to Make US Debut on PBS Sprout
Category: Preschool TV
The Hoobs, a hit show in the UK, is coming to PBS Sprout. Check out the "Happy Hooby Marathon" on December 25th to meet The Hoobs--Tula, Groove, Iver, and Roma. more...
Greg Page Leaves Wiggles: Wiggles Co-Founder, Greg Page, Forced to Step Down Due to Health Problems
Category: Preschool TV
The Wiggles say goodbye to fellow band member and friend, Greg Page, who must step down due to a heart condition. more...
Category: Tween TV
"Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front" stars Maya Ritter as Molly McIntire and Molly Ringwald as her mother. Look for it on on Sunday, November 26th. more...
Award-Winning Stranger Safety DVD: Uses Humor to Teach Children Safety Tips
Category: Educational TV
This DVD, developed in part by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, features the hilarious "Safe Side Superchick" who shares safety tips with viewers. more...
Baby’s First Moves DVD: New Baby Einstein DVD Raises Questions about Infants and Television
Category: Preschool TV
The Baby Einstein Company has just released a new DVD for infants that features movement and dance while the AAP recommends no television viewing for babies and toddlers. more...
Curious George on PBS: Helping Young Children Develop Math and Science Skills
Category: Preschool TV
Curious George is an excellent new show for preschoolers that enhances their understanding of various math and science concepts in an entertaining manner. more...
Children and Television: Valuable Websites Help Parents Make Informed Decisions
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Parents who make informed decisions regarding their children's "media diet" look to organizations such as Common Sense Media for reviews, research, and more. more...
Keeping a Natural Kitchen: Green Living Tips for the Heart of the Home
Category: Green/Simple Living (general)
Want to keep a natural kitchen but not sure where to start? Here are some guidelines to keep in mind during meal planning, shopping for the family, and cleaning up! more...
Jane Goodall's Roots and Shoots: An Environmental Club and Service Organization for Kids and Teens
Category: Environmental Organizations
Haven't heard of Roots and Shoots? Read on to learn about Jane Goodall's organization for young people that has chapters in more than 100 countries! more...
Using Numbers to Stay Organized: Learn the Benefits of Assigning Student Numbers
Category: Classroom Management Tips
Here's one simple step teachers can take that will make daily paperwork much easier to manage. Being efficient is an important part of being an effective teacher. more...
The Elephant in the Living Room: A Comprehensive Book about Children and Television
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Children (even infants) are watching more TV than ever before. Read on for my review of a "must read" book that covers just about every issue related to kids and TV. more...
The Magic School Bus TV Series: Still Helping Children Have Fun While Learning about Science
Category: Educational TV
Today's generation can learn about science by watching The Magic School Bus weekday mornings on TLC and DISC Kids (even though the program is no longer in production). more...
Junk Food Ads Banned in UK: Children’s Programs Will No Longer Include Ads for Junk Food
Category: Children’s TV (general)
The UK's telecommunications regulator, Ofcom, recently passed new regulations that will end all junk food advertising to television viewers under the age of 16. more...
Teacher-Parent Communication: Tips for Developing a Positive Relationship with Students’ Families
Category: New Teacher Support (general)
These strategies will keep the parents of students informed and involved throughout the year and will help them feel comfortable visiting a teacher's classroom. more...
Pinky Dinky Doo: Terrific Show for Preschoolers with Focus on Literacy
Category: Preschool TV
Are you familiar with Pinky Dinky Doo? Here's my review of a show that's got the attention of my little ones and the approval of this very picky Mom. more...
Behind the Scenes of Blue's Clues: See “Behind the Clues” on Nick Jr.’s Parents TV
Category: Preschool TV
I really enjoyed this eleven minute documentary that's filled with interesting tidbits about the creation of Blue's Clues as well as an interview with Steve Burns. more...
The Voice of Nick Jr.'s Diego: Meet Rising Star, Jake T. Austin
Category: Preschool TV
Are your children fans of Dora's cousin, Diego? Check out Nick Jr.'s Parents TV for an interview with Jake T. Austin, the voice of the lead character in Go, Diego, Go. more...
Category: Educational TV
Tune in on January 21 at 8pm ET to see Irwin's last documentary, Ocean's Deadliest, followed by a thirty minute tribute to the late "Crocodile Hunter." more...
Jack's Big Music Show: Season Premiere of Jack’s Big Music Show to Air on Saturday, January 6
Category: Preschool TV
In addition to regular appearances by Laurie Berkner, Jack will be visited by other musical guests including Steven Burns ("Steve" from Blue's Clues) and Lisa Loeb. more...
Merry Christmas, Little Bill: A Holiday Episode that Celebrates Family
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Will Alice the Great make it home in time for Christmas? Watch this award-winning holiday episode of Little Bill on Friday, December 22 to find out. more...
Nick Jr.'s Frosty Fridays: Holiday Episodes to Air on Fridays at Noon
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Watch "Frosty Fridays" each week at noon for special holiday episodes of LazyTown, The Backyardigans, and other Nick Jr. favorites. more...
PBS to Celebrate "Friend Day”: Look for Friendship-Themed Episodes on Friday, November 24th
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Watch PBS with your child on the day after Thanksgiving for friendship-themed episodes of Clifford, Curious George, and more! more...
Go, Diego, Go Live!: New Live Show Featuring Diego and Dora to Begin in February
Category: Preschool TV
Following in Dora's footsteps, Diego will star in his own live-action show. "The Great Jaguar Rescue" will tour the U.S. in 2007. more...
Nickelodeon Promotes Healthy Foods: New Campaign Brings Dora to the Produce Section
Category: Children’s TV (general)
Nickelodeon, in partnership with Produce for Kids, is launching a new campaign that will use favorite TV characters to encourage children to eat more fruits and veggies. more...
Cyberchase's Inventions Initiative: Deadline Extended for Video Submission
Category: Educational TV
Cyberchase's Inventions Initiative has a new deadline of Oct. 20th. Children are encouraged to submit videos that showcase their inventions. Videos may be shown on TV! more...
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood: An Exemplary Model for Children’s Television
Category: Preschool TV
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood is a classic children's show that is still delighting little ones more than thirty years after its debut. more...
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