The Letter J is a generally reliable letter. It usually makes the “juh” sound as in jam.  The letters “dg” sometimes make the /j/ sound as well (as in edge) which makes it difficult for children to spell such words. Teaching “edge” as a Word Family (edge, hedge, ledge, etc) can help. The Letter J […]
How do I go about choosing a babysitter? Get a trusted friend or family member if possible. Get recommendations from friends. Trade childcare with friends who have kids. Do not hire a sitter under age 12. Watch your child’s reaction when you tell them a sitter they know is coming, and listen to what your […]
The Letter F is a generally reliable letter. It usually makes the “fuh” sound as in fall.  F sometimes makes the /v/ sound (as in of) The “gh” diagraph represents the /f/ sound when it follows a vowel (as in tough)  1. Present a capitol and lower case F to your child. Ask if […]
Make a bird feeder, reusing the can and the lid (scroll down on link for instructions).  Reuse a can and lid to make a bank. Both sizes of cans would work for this craft.  Reuse a 200g size Pringles can to make yourself a pinhole camera. This is a great science project.  […]
 Use materials with interesting textures to make a fun book for your baby or toddler. Scraps of materials with interesting textures. (textured *papers, fabric, household items, etc.) Spiral-bound book with blank pages. (I used a watercolor pad because the pages were nice and heavy.) Exacto knife Glue (Bookbinding glue will work really nicely.) Glue […]
They incorporate images from around our house so it’s a fun way to build vocabulary with objects/images that are personal and relevant to a young person. You could use this technique for learning a second language as well. They also double as blocks, so you can build with them. They are great for the 2-4 […]
Take time to show baby how things work in the bathroom. Run some warm water from the faucet, let her move her hands back and forth under the stream, and then dry her hands with a soft towel. Show her how the toilet flushes, how you brush your teeth, how she can try out her […]
Clean Mud 2 rolls toilet tissue, torn into pieces; 1 1/2 bars Ivory soap, shaved; 2 qt. warm water  Let children help combine all ingredients in a big plastic dishpan or large bucket. Knead by hand until soft and gooey, adding more water as necessary.  Clean Mud 2 Unroll 6 rolls of white […]
