Reading: BOB
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Reading
Asked by A.S. from Davenport
on July 21, 2010
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My daughter just turned 3 in June. Last evening she asked me to teach her to read. We were reading bedtime stories when she asked and, of course, she has pretty much...
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- I started reading when I was 3. My dad used to sit with me on his lap and follow the words with his fingers as he read aloud, and I just picked up on it on my own.
- I know it's possible for kids to be reading at 3, but it's also unusual. I think most kids who learn to read at that age read by sight, and not by skill--meaning they ...
- Totally agree w/ Riley. When there's an interest, she will just absorb it on her own. Just read, point to the words if you like... Its great, and then there are a...
Jogging Strollers
Asked by R.M. from Chicago
on June 3, 2008
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I am looking to buy a good running stroller, and I don't know how much to spend for one that'll be comfortable for my baby as well as last without fear of breaking dow...
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- You might want to visit Runner's Edge in Wilmette. The last time I was there, they had a wide selection, knowledgeable staff, and would let you 'test drive' them (jus...
- Hi R., I bought a stroller that can be attached to your bicycle and also be a stroller... It folds and is easy to store. Plus if you have another baby in the future o...
- Hi R., I would suggest you buy a Trek jogging stroller, you can find them at a number of bicycle shops, the stroller is light weight and you can buy an attachment t...
Car Recommendations for Seating 3 Kids
Asked by J.A. from Dallas
on June 5, 2008
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Hi Moms,
We have recently found out we are expecting #3. Surprise! All I can think about is how I'll need a new vehicle! You other moms of 3, can you please tell...
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- I agree with people saying to rethink about getting a minivan. I have three kids in a Ford Explorer and we're so tight in there. I have two booster seats and one rea...
- First of all, congratulations! I just read the posting right before mine and she said exactly what I wanted to. You can get 3 car seat in the back seat, but the best ...
- Hi, I'm a Honda fan myself and when we were expecting our third child, I had a CRV and knew there was no way I would be able to fit three kids in the backseat. I l...
Begining Reading
Asked by T.C. from Des Moines
on October 26, 2011
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My son (3.5) LOVES to read and has recently started showing signs of reading on his own. He can read rhyming words (word families) and simple sound it out words. I'd...
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- There are so many. Of course, there's Dr. Suess. There's a series of "I Can Read" books. Eric Carle writes great books. Your best bet is to take him to the library...
- Let him play on starfall.com. Its free games - letters, phonics and reading!
- My son loves everything by Sandra Boynton! He even took one of her books (Blue Hat, Green Hat) for his first share day at school and read it to his class!
What Does Your 2 Year Old Toddler Watch?
Asked by L.M. from Pittsburgh
on December 31, 2009
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My 2 yr old boy loves Dora and only Dora. I've exposed him to Sesame Street, Yogabagaba, Diego, etc but he shows no interest in any of those. My hubbie thinks we sho...
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- My friend's 2 yo son loves Curious George (though George always gets into trouble, which might not be the "best" message to be sending).
- My son loves Sesame Street. He is even singing some of the songs and playing along much more than when he was younger. We also Watch the Backyardigans & The Wonder p...
- My two year old son watches everything on Noggin/ Nick Jr. and the sprout channel. Dora is a very popular show to all the children . My son enjoys it also compared to...
4 Year Old Cut Her Own Hair
Asked by A.R. from Knoxville
on December 23, 2008
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I woke up this morning to my daughters once all one length blonde hair that has taken over 4 years to grow in chopped off in a big chunk on her bangs. I am really upse...
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- my daughter had beautiful brunette long curly hair, I came in the bathroom one day to find her with absolutely no hair in the bangs area... it was awful! It will grow ...
- Oh, my goodness, did this bring back memories! At four years old, my first daughter had thick, beautiful, waist-length blonde hair. Unfortunately, it would tangle ve...
- Just before My daughter turned 3, just before Christmas, and thankfully Just after we had some sears pix taken, she decided to use her craft kiddy cutters, and they DO...
Gift Ideas
Asked by L.M. from Minneapolis
on October 31, 2007
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Hi Moms!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
My In-Laws are requesting some gift ideas for my 2 1/2 year old and almost 1 year old boys. I have no idea where to begin, especially for m...
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- I love the idea of the lessons or something like that~ Maybe even a pass or gift card to a community center or in door play center. (Eagle's nest, adventure park, et...
- As the mother of 4 year old and 2 year old boys, I just have to jump in and make a suggestion on toys. I have more toys in my house than I can believe. They are ever...
- L., My kids are a bit older so I've had 15 years of toys for Christmas and I've had to work to get rid of that many toys! I have three kids so you can imagine. H...
400 Minutes of Reading a Month
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on August 31, 2012
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AFTERNOON!
my son just started Kinder this week. They are encouranging him to read a bunch, at least 400 minutes a month. I would like to buy him new books. Any sugg...
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- This is only 15 minutes a day. I assume you already read to him for 15 minutes a day. Dr. Seuss - most are appropriate, all are fun. When he starts reading, Green Eg...
- It depends on your son's reading level? Has he started reading yet? Can he sound out words? For relatively new readers, all of the below are good: The BOB books ...
- It only makes out to about 20 minutes or so a school day, less if you're doing it on the weekends. It's not really that much. DD's school has a goal of 20 minutes a ...
TV Question - Just for Fun
Asked by K.U. from Detroit
on September 17, 2010
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I saw the post on here about the show Phineas and Ferb and read the responses. It got me wondering what do you allow your kids to watch and what is off-limits? And a...
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- My 18 month old son LOVES Sesame Street, Yo Gabba Gabba and anything that involves Elmo. He's also a big fan of Wipe Out. For whatever reason when that show is on he...
- Wow alot of responses. But its a good question. I have a 4 month old and he doesn't watch tv but he likes to hear some of the nick jr shows. my 2 new favorites are Too...
- My kids don't watch TV. Not because all the shows are trash - though 99.9% of them are, but because it is a waste of time and the commercials teach them to beg for th...
Struggling with Reading
Asked by C.S. from Champaign
on May 24, 2009
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My 1st grader is struggling with reading. We are holding him back this year and will probably homeschool. Any suggestions of programs / books to try? We have tried ...
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- Hi C., I've taught all three of my homeschooled children to read using 'Teach Your Child to Read in 100 easy Lessons' Each has required a different time frame. Having...
- Hi, I'm not sure where you live but my daughter goes to a place called SCORES in Naperville and she totally loves it. It's actually an online program that teaches...
- Have you considered a tutor. I know a wonderful one on the south side of Naperville. She works from her home in the summer. OR Sylvan learning center. Professional...
