What kids really learn in preschool
Article Abstract:
ABC's and counting are imporant facets of early childhood education, but learning social skills, developing responsibility and more should also be fostered. Preschoolers are learning whenever they are performing any task such as finger painting or finding their own way to the bathroom. Children are provided rich experiences when preschools give them skills, information and attitudes to prepare them for primary grades and for life.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1999
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When to keep kids home
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It is difficult to determine when to keep a sick child home from school or daycare. Some obvious symptoms that indicate that the child should remain at home are fever over 100.4 degrees, dehydrated, vomiting or diarrhea, lethary, confused behavior or breathing troubles. Common illinesses such as colds, croup, ear infection, bronchiolitis and pinkeye require more specific diagnoses.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1999
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How much fluoride?
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Parents can check the tap water or ask their dentists to do a fluoride history of their children's diets to find out if their children are getting too much or too little fluoride. They should also keep fluoride toothpaste out of the reach of their children.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1999
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