Taking care of me: learning to rely on friends and family may be a mom's most difficult lesson

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A divorced mother unable to cope after an operation lashes out at her children for being selfish. Her daughter gently reminds her that she never let anyone do for her. The mother realizes that she has always nursed a rage because she never knew how to let others reciprocate and take care of her.

Psychological aspects, Caregivers, Mothers, Divorced mothers

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Phonic boom

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A mother recalls how her daughter, who knew the alphabet but could not read, suddenly acquired the critical sound-symbol correspondence skill while looking at one of her favorite illustrated children's book. The girl, who was then six, quickly learned to read after mastering this skill.

Personal narratives, Column, Reading, Psychology of, Reading, Reading readiness

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Cheap thrills

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Children can have fun even with minimal preparation or cost. The simplest or home-made toys are often the ones they cherish. Those inexpensive activities such as camping trips a few miles from home or visits to the town beach are the ones they enjoy and remember.

Methods, Children, Recreation, Family recreation, Amusements

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