School Vacations
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Summer Gymnastics Camp
Asked by E.T. from Dallas
on March 20, 2007
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My 8 yr old step-daughter will be with us for 2 weeks this summer. We both work, so we need to find a day camp for her for one of the weeks. She really likes gymnastic...
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- Metroplex Gymnastics in Allen off of Bethany has a full summer of week long camps. They also have some that include swim lessons as well. We love the gym and the tea...
- WOGA in Plano (Parker/Custer) has summer camps. Try them out. They are a lot of fun
- My daughter goes to ASI Gymnastics in Allen. They do have locations all over. I am sure they have summer camps.
Summer Reading suggestions...What's Your Favorites?
Asked by M.B. from Springfield
on May 27, 2010
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So I 'm gearing up for summer with the kids and one of the "field trips" will be to the libarary. I was hoping you could offer up your favorite books that we may not ...
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- For girls age 4: The Adventures of Frog and Toad, a classic book with short stories and easy to read words John, Paul, George, and Ben-a funny tall tale about the p...
- I have an eight year old girl and eleven year old boy. Their favorites are "Big Book of Girl Stuff" and "Big Book of Boy Stuff". They take the books with them everyw...
- I love , Where the Red Fern Grows. it's a little sad in spots, but overall WOW.. so beautifully written.. Also.... Cricket In Time's Square << for the 6 or 9 year ...
Children Don't like School - Seeking an Alternative
Asked by K.D. from Eugene
on May 11, 2009
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My two sons, ages 7 and 9, are unhappy with school. They have felt this way from day one of schooling. My older one I homeschooled for a year last year to see if that ...
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- All school are not the same. Last year I moved my daughter to a school that suited her more--more challenging, more encouraging, asked more of her--and she is thriving...
- WAVA is free and easy to figure out. They provide all the books,and stuff. As for the social side, get involved in a home school group. Good luck
- A few ideas from an private school teacher.... See if you can find home schooling networking groups in your area. Sometimes they will meet once a week or so. They a...
Back to School
Asked by S.T. from New York
on August 2, 2011
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Here in NY we still have another month before the kids head back to school. Now that my kids are teens I've noticed the annual fluctuations of their emotional well be...
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- I agree with you to a point. There is a difference in their behavior and personality. Our high school isn't quite that large (I think 1500). Since my kids are in...
- Nope, but our high schools are not that large.. Here the kids are cared for by their teachers. Parents are very involved at the school on campus and tons of scho...
- I don't see it with my kids... because they're homeschooled. They are who they are year-round. ;-) It is an interesting observation, though!
Free Summer Movies Here??
Asked by J.H. from Chicago
on May 15, 2008
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do any of the local area movie theaters offer FREE kids movies during the summer? I just moved from Charlotte, NC where AMC would offer kids (and parents) to come onc...
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- They use to have dollar movies at Kendall 10 in Oswego during the summer a couple summers ago 1 or 2 days a week. I dont know if they still do, but that might be some...
- I don't know of any free ones, but the Super Saver Cinema (located in the Loius-Joliet Mall) offers all movies all day everyday for $2.00 per person except on Tuesdays...
- I'm no help on the movies, but I moved from Charlotte in December. I live in Aurora & have met 3 other families who recently moved from Charlotte too...crazy, huh! I...
Sunday School for a 3 Year Old
Asked by A.W. from Seattle
on April 8, 2010
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Hello -
I am thinking about starting to go to church with my daughter. I have no experience with church and a child. At her age, will she actually be in a Sunday ...
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- At my Church (Beaverton First United Methodist Church) There is a 'pre-school' room for children ages 2.5-5. They can be in the room through the entire service, or sta...
- We keep our 2.5 year old with us and use the mother's room to the side. We also have an infant. At our church, the kids over 2 (I think) mostly go to the Sunday sch...
- I am not going to try and sell you on my church or someone elses...LOL but I will say that for a 3yr. old it may be difficult going into a new facility and being aroun...
Summer Activities and Preschooler
Asked by A.F. from New York
on April 17, 2012
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I have one daughter, age three and will most likely not be working this summer. While money is a bit tight, I need to find ways to keep my daughter busy. My first thou...
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- Check into storytime at the local library for a great weekly activity. In summer, a lot of libraries do special programs too, like magic shows, puppet shows, etc. It...
- If you go to the park, library or just sign up for a few low cost mommy-and-me type classes you will probably meet some other moms, and then you can make plans to get ...
- What are you near? Library, Park, etc.? Many libraries and/or local parks have storytime hours or other activities. See what they are offering. Pick a different th...
Summer Boredom Already!!!
Asked by N.R. from Detroit
on June 29, 2009
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Hi everyone,
My 6 year old is already acting bored this summer!!! Kindergarten just ended 3 weeks ago and we have done a couple of playdates and he was in a camp th...
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- start you day with some education but fun stuff to do. Go to barnes and noble or borders and get them book that have to do with what they will be learning in school co...
- Some of the boredom is due to TV, computer and video games. My 4 children were rarely bored, but they used their imagination a lot in their play. I did take them to ...
- There are so many things to do. Try to plan a few activities each week: library day; zoo; splash park (metro beach); local park/playground (take a picnic lunch); f...
What Is It with All of These "Non-Student" Days at School?
Asked by T.M. from Tampa
on October 5, 2011
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I have noticed that there are quite a number of "Non-Student" days in the school calendar. We live in Hillsborough County. Any idea what these days are supposed to b...
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- Ooooh. As tough as it is on your working schedule it is hard to hear how this does not benefit the children. How early is early release on Mondays? How much time is sp...
- It's very different from when I was a kid. Summers were longer and vacations were shorter. Holidays celebrated were less. In California, I believe the number of days...
- how many non-student days are there? our kids typically have one day per month that they get out then entire day & one early release day per month, except in november,...
Computer time/TV/video Games During the Summer
Asked by V.M. from Cleveland
on April 9, 2012
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We've been on easter break and have had alot of time at home, Kids are 9 and 7. I would love to limit their electronic play time to under an hour a day, but i'm fin...
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- Just have each child, have their OWN time, at the computer. You just tell them. When/if my kids are on the computer, whether it be for doing academics or play, I si...
- I restrict computer/game/ipod touch time in the Summer unless it's crappy outside, we're on a long road trip, or it's dark out. Otherwise, they need to be reading boo...
- I don't necessarily worry about setting a time limit on tv or video games, but I do insist that they go outside to play when the weather is nice. So, about 11:00 a.m ...
