Preschool: Toddler, Puppets
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Seeking a Preschool
Asked by A. from Phoenix
on June 26, 2007
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Does anyone have any suggestions for a preschool for my son? I live in the Gilbert area and would like something fairly close. My son is almost 2 1/2 and is not pott...
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- My daughter went to Desert Sun Preschool. It is rated very high on greatschools.com. Every teacher is wonderful. I highly recommend Desert Sun Preshool. They have ...
- Funny, I have 2 boys as well, and they are 2 1/2 and 11 weeks. I would suggest Montessori schools. The is one called the Montessori House but it is located at McKelli...
- Hi Allison, I am opening a pre-school in August at J.'s Party Pad on Gilbert Road between Eliott and Warner. I have designed it as a mom, former teacher, and party p...
Age Appropriate DVD for 15 Month Old
Asked by B.H. from Kansas City
on November 11, 2008
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Can I get some suggestions on DVD's that are appropriate for a 15 month old to watch. We will taking a trip this weekend and I wanted to get some DVD's that he can wat...
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- I have a 3 year old and a 14 month old. both boys. they both love Praise Baby DVD's (christian book stores.for sure) Happy Feet, Veggie Tales, Backyardagyans.
- My daughter has loved Little Einsteins since she was 9 months old. She loves the music and art work they show. She has watch them over the past year and she interact...
- If you do not mind Christian songs then I recommend these song dvds. My daughter loved/s them and so a little boy who wouldn't sit for any dvds: 5 Little Ladybugs To...
Not Happy with Preschool Teacher
Asked by J.C. from Columbus
on May 3, 2012
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So my son is a peer leader in an intergrated class; one half special needs, one half 'typical'. It's nearing the end of the school year and I'm finding myself more and...
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- J., I would definitely say something directly to the teacher regarding being late for opening doors and early letting them out. To me, this is unacceptable. Parents ...
- I would definitely schedule a meeting with the director of the program. It sounds as though your child's teacher is either doing the "bare minimum" or not meeting the...
- Looks like someone won't be getting a great appreciation gift, if any, at the end of the year. My advice to you is to save your disappointment for any shortcomings ...
Son Having Some Issues in Preschool Class
Asked by B.H. from Detroit
on November 23, 2010
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After speaking with my son's ( 4 years old) preschool teacher she told me that he was doing fine. However, she has some issues that she quite can't "put her finger on...
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- B., maybe he is just not ready for preschool. Not all the kids are the same, and she should know that as a teacher. If I was you, I would just try to do some more s...
- Okay... I think your son is just acting his age. He is perhaps also not 'ready' for preschool.... Boys often mature later.... than girls. My son... is like that....
- Sounds to me like your son is a typical preschooler. I use to teach preschool and some kids need a little more guidence than others. Is your son new to this classroo...
My Kid's a Preschool Biter
Asked by K.B. from Dallas
on March 9, 2011
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My 2 year old is a biter- and she bites almost exclusively at preschool.
The problem is she has an unusually high threshold of pain, so when she is bitten, she does ...
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- She is young but you have noticed she doesn't feel pain like most kids. Either you need more true discipline training ( not punishment), or it is possible she has a se...
- I use to be an assist direct at a large center in Keller (almost 300 kids) so i have had my share of biters! You need to sit down and make a bite book with her. ...
- I second Annette D's advice. Let her grow up a little more before putting her into crowded social situations with same-age peers. Also go to: http://firstfridaywom...
Creative Learning for Preschool
Asked by S.T. from Kansas City
on January 14, 2010
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Ok moms you all have such great ideas I need some help with some creative preschool learning! I'm going to start off with the basics colors, shapes, different animals ...
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- for my daycare, I use "first-school.ws" It's an excellent online resource for a multitude of learning projects.
- S., when I did daycare I mostly did searches online to find different free printable activities for my kiddos. There are great preschool sites out there that have ide...
- I sell sets of finger puppets that are hand made in Bolivia--Each bag has 8 animal puppets inside. there is a scene painted on the front of the bag and there are snaps...
Craft Ideas for Babies in Preschool
Asked by W.M. from Nashville
on August 10, 2010
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Hi ladies!
I start working at a preschool in a few weeks in the baby room and wanted to know if anyone had any ideas at all for us as far as working with the babies...
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- I cherish the first handprints I got from my son's daycare!! It was simple - the teacher painted his hands then pressed them on the paper then washed them off - but it...
- W., How about a photo journal for the parents...maybe a photo or two each month as decorations in the class are changed. You could put the foot/hand prints at the be...
- This may sound nuts but when I take my puppy to his "doggy" daycare (oh, I have children too) I LOVE when they give me a print out of what he did that day. Similar ...
My Preschooler Does Not Nap - My Preschool Wants Her Too.
Asked by A.K. from Houston
on August 22, 2011
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My 3 year old, has not napped in a while, she does not take any form of quiet time either, she is go go go, from 6am til 9pm.
She is also extremely active, and vocal,...
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- I own a childcare center and yes we do prefer the children to nap, however sitting and listening to a child cry for that long on her first day IS WRONG!!! In NJ state ...
- That is UNreasonable, for a preschool to expect. MOST preschools, have quiet time for kids that cannot nap. Kids, are NOT 'statues.' They are simply not. A frien...
- If you google "Is preschool necessary?" you will find that there are many who agree that it is not. There are many other ways to give your child experiences with othe...
Behavioral Issues at Preschool
Asked by A.E. from Dallas
on November 20, 2009
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Moms, I really need your insight! I have a 3-year-old daughter (3 in June) who is exhibiting really bad behavior at preschool. Please bear with me! She attends 2 days...
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- I second the room mom idea. I don't think there is something "wrong" with her.
- I would recommend that you stay in the classroom with her for several days to monitor. Offer to be a room Mom for the day and watch for yourself her interactions and h...
- My DS went through some similar issues. We ended up changing daycares and his behavior improved dramatically. The center he was at was too chaotic for his personality ...
Ideas for 3Rd Birthday Treats for Preschool
Asked by M.E. from Chicago
on October 6, 2009
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Hi,
I am trying to think of something fun to take to my son's preschool for his 3rd Birthday. Trying to think of something other than food but not cheesy junk toys ...
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- I like the McDonalds certificate idea. But please, NO PENCILS. I don't think I could fit another pencil in my house from all that we have gathered from every school ...
- If you're willing to re-consider food, I have given out taffy apples (no peanuts) in the past and that's been a big hit. Lots of schools sell them at this time of yea...
- How about a book instead? You can usually get a "read aloud" book for 3-4 dollars each. You could do Dora for the girls and Diego for the boys or just mix it up.
