How much Candy Should I let Them Eat?
After trick or treating, do you wonder how to handle the “Can I have another piece of candy” dilemma? How Much Candy Should I Let Them Eat? offers some helpful advice.
Fine and Large Motor Development
Have you ever wondered … Just what does fine and gross motor development mean? What motor development is normal for my child’s age? Has my child reached the motor skills milestones for her age? If not, will she “catch up” over time? What can I do at home to further develop his skills? Just what does “self-regulate” mean?
The ABC's of Fine and Large Motor Development was presented to Concord Hill parents by Rachelle Maisel, an occupational therapist and co-founder of Stepping
Stones Therapy in Bethesda.
Encouraging Learning Through Language
How does scribbling, playing or pretend reading enhance my child’s language and learning?
My child doesn’t talk much, how can I elicit more in-depth conversations with her?
OK, my child reads now, should I still keep reading aloud to him? Why?
To learn more about early language development and how it impacts later learning and academic skills, select Beyond the ABC’s, Encouraging Learning through Language. This practical and age based information is from the presentation that Speech Therapist Beth Ciangiulli- Levy recently gave to parents at Concord Hill:
What is a Waste-Free Lunch?
It means packing food and drinks with reusable containers, utensils, and napkins instead of disposable items. Waste-free Lunch Ideas will tell you "how" and "why" along with some other tips.
WHAT are some strategies to help my child get off to a good start at school?
HOW can I talk with my child about school and her day?
Going to School gives excellent and practical ideas on Preschoolers versus Third Graders; Talking with Kids about School, Understanding Each Other; Talking Strategies; and Questions That Work.