Unhappy endings: why do otherwise caring teachers fill our kids with tales of woe?
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A young mother laments over the choices of stories and current events topics used by some teachers of first graders and other young children. Lessons including those on man's torment of animals, AIDS research, and global warming can be taken literally by children, who become frightened, saddened, and confused.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1997
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New kid on the block
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A change in residence can have psychological effects on children. Parents can help by encouraging their children to join social clubs in school. They can also coordinate with their children's teacher or with the school's guidance counselor and help their children meet new playmates in the neighborhood.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1995
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How stress strikes kids
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A major crisis such as death or divorce can terrify a child and tips are given on how adults can comfort them. Pressures from school, schedules and other common worries can also devastate a child. Tips are given on how to discover the causes of the stresses, and how to eliminate them.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1997
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