Articles written by Julie Warrenfeltz
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Components of a Solid Early Reading Program
Effective early reading guidelines proposed by the National Reading Panel on April 13, 2000, are outlined and discussed.
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Learn to Sell by Watching a Two-Year Old
Children are the best sales people on the planet. With no fear of failure and nothing to lose, their well-equipped arsenal makes them victorious in many sales situations.
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Create Entrepreneurial Kids
Parents can teach children business building and accounting skills at home which will prepare them to be leaders, not workers, in the emerging economy.
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Whole Language vs Phonics in Reading Instruction
While many schools across the county use varying methods for teaching students to read, after a two-year assessment of scientific research, phonics emerges as the victor.
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Going Beyond Just Reading to Your Child
Improve your child's comprehension, critical thinking skills, and expressive vocabulary during your nightly reading sessions by asking probing, open-ended questions.
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Evaluating Public School Educational Standards
State Boards of Education are not providing public school districts and teachers with curricula that prepare children for college, life, or the global marketplace.
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Summer Reading Strategies for Struggling Readers
Help your struggling reader use the less stressful atmosphere of summer break to address and strengthen reading weaknesses before the new school year is underway.
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Tips to Get Kids Reading This Summer
Conducting reading sessions with your child can be quick, fun and effective using targeted strategies that address your child's current developmental needs.
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Manage Time and Image During the Job Search
Sleeping in and lounging in a bathrobe may sound comfortable and relaxing, but it will not get you in the right state of mind to find a job in this tough economy.
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Differences Between Daycare and Preschool
Understand the key differences between a childcare and preschool programs before enrolling your child either type of program.
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Dangers of Toddlers Using Flotation Devices
Flotation devices or "water wings" give children freedom to enjoy the water, but these devices can lead your child unwittingly into a dangerous situation at the pool.
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Potty Train Your Child in One Day
Potty training can be fast, fun, simple and easy when you inspire, reward and celebrate your child in some innovative and exciting new ways.
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End Infant and Toddler Drowning Accidents
The headline is devastating: Another child dies by drowning in a home pool, retention pond, or bathtub. Infant survival swimming can end this needless tragedy.
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Get Kids in Shape this Summer
Swimming, biking, running, and playing are the components of any great summer vacation. Use this time to set some fitness and health goals for kids and the entire family.
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Newborn Workout and Exercise Program
Giving baby more sensory-motor stimulation during the first month will hasten development, giving him a developmental advantage.
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Model State Emergency Health Powers Act (MSEHPA)
Using the Model State Emergency Health Powers Act written in 2001, state legislatures have enacted emergency health laws that limit individual rights and civil liberties.
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Small Business Owner Manifesto
Small business owners differ greatly from large corporations. While many may like the personal touch of working for a small business, others may be feeling overwhelmed.
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Suspending Civil Rights During Swine Flu
As the World Health Organization raises the Swine Flu pandemic threat to Level 5, discussions prohibiting group assemblies, like going to the movies, may be considered.
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Interactively Teaching the Letter M
Use multisensory learning techniques to teach your toddler the "m" sound and shape quickly and effectively.
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Toddler Teaching Strategies
Teaching toddlers their numbers, letters, or just about anything, requires preparation and planning. Get creative and organized to maximize your teaching time at home.
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What to Do if Swine Flu is Suspected
As the Swine Flu virus spreads, risk of exposure increases through daily interactions with friends and family. Contact a physician if you think you may have been exposed.
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Exercise to Land a New Job
Add workouts as part of your daily job search routine to boost your ego and self esteem, helping you land that next interview and job.
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The Smart Way to Teach Your Child the ABC's
Reversing the order in which information is presented enables children to learn to read more quickly, at an earlier age, and with fewer reading difficulties.
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Successfully Talking to Your Child's Teacher
Use the communication strategies with your child's teacher from the first day of school to be sure that your child is on track throughout the entire school year.
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