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How Do You Explain Death to Your Kids?
Recently I have found myself talking to my almost 4 year old about people dying and death. I suspect its partly because we (and I mean, me, my husband and our two kids) play Skylander Giants.
Importance of Groundhog Day
For the past several decades, Groundhog Day has held a place as a legitimately celebrated holiday on the North American calendar, thanks in large part to the tradition of Punxsutawney Phil, the famous Pennsylvania groundhog. Over the past 125 years, since 1887, on Feb. 2 Phil has predicted the weather for the second half of the winter, according to folklore and his handlers of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club. Why is Feb. 2 celebrated as Groundhog Day?
Autism Evaluations: Part 1
This topic is near and dear to my heart. I have much to say which will take place in two blogs. Ill begin with a rant: Do not let a regional center (if you live in the state of California) turn you away if you have a concern about your child and autism. Do not let them screen your child over the phone! And, do not let your pediatrician blow off your concerns.
Hair Cutting and Nail Clipping for Children with Autism
Heres a common nightmare for parents – trying to get your autistic childs hair cut or her nails trimmed. Have you had that experience? Its not very fun for our kids.
Apple & Android App Ratings – Warning to Parents
Are all mobile apps safe for kids to download and use? The answer is no. The good news is that there are plenty of child-friendly apps today for elementary school kids to teens. Unfortunately, the challenge is finding apps that are truly child-friendly.