Articles written by Jaime L. Hebert
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Seven Ideas for 2007
A guide to making this new year the best yet. Ideas for helping you, your children or your students have a happy, healthy, and rewarding year.
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Kids Play to Learn
In a world where standards and grades are given top priority, the importance of play often falls by the wayside. Play is children's work and boosts learning in many ways.
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Beyond Snow & Sugar Cookies
Many schools and teachers stress about the holidays, because they want to make the season enjoyable without stepping on any toes. Honor the season with a cultural unit.
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The Contagious Classroom
As winter approaches, thoughts turn to holidays and outdoor fun. But in classrooms, winter also brings more unplesant things. Here is how to deal with germs and "bugs."
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Dealing With Agressive Behavior
We all want our homes and classrooms to run smoothly. When children behave aggressively, it creates stress for parents, teachers and children. Here's how to cope.
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Teaching Children About Money
Money is an important concept for children to learn. Parents and teachers can help them learn to use money responsibly. Here are some ideas and activities to help you.
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Using MyPyramid With Kids
MyPyramid is the new food guide pyramid developed by the United States Department of Agriculture. The pyramid has a new look and a new website with information for kids.
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Fun Fall Cooking Ideas for Kids
Fall is a great time to have your children or students cook, using seasonal items like pumpkin, apples, or squash. Here are some ideas to get you started.
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Easy Ways to Encourage Imagination
Eight easy and fun ways to encourage children to use their imaginations using books, games, props or nothing at all!
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Overcoming Problems at School
Every parent dreads hearing a negative report from the classroom teacher. But when parents and schools work together, a negative situation can become a positive one.
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Help Your Students Be More Active
Physical activity in the classroom helps children learn better and be healthier. Includes easy ideas to help teachers integrate physical activity into their classrooms.
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Helping Kids Become More Active
Part one of a two-part series on getting kids to be more active. Offers reasons kids need to be active and suggestions for families with limited time or money.
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Overlooked Back to School Basics
When kids go back to school, some important basics are often overlooked. Here is a handy guide containing five ways to help you get the school year off to a great start.
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Imagination in Kids is Important
Part one of a two-part series on imagination. This article explains why imagination helps kids learn about their world, cope with problems and become creative adults.
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5 Good Ways to Promote Reading
This article gives tips to parents and educators dealing with reluctant readers. Includes: creating a reading spot, role modeling, and choosing the right books.
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