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Karen is an educator, coach and author whose lifelong mission is to understand and celebrate “life with kids.” Karen consults for early childhood programs and continues to teach in Mommy & Me where she’s always learning more about parenting in a changing world. Find additional parenting resources at FamilyTimeInc.com or send Karen a message.

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Earth Day: how to make a hairy caterpillar using a tube sock

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Here's an easy nature project for toddlers and preschoolers who will enjoy "growing" a hairy caterpillar made of grass. Need:an adult tube...
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Autism toy guide from Toys R Us for differently-abled kids

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Toys R Us has given parents and gift-buyers the best resource for developmental toy-shopping. Stop by your local...
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Tips for teaching self-control

Children are not born with self-control. Actually, they are born with the opposite - strong impulses and the...
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Say no to entitlement culture by raising an entitlement-free child

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The Entitlement-Free Child is now available in bookstores everywhere. The stress of living in a "Me, Mine, Now" culture is high. Everyone's...
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Where the Wild Things Are 2009 movie trailer

Get ready for the new live-action movie release, directed by Spike Jonze, of the children's classic, Where the Wild...
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Favorite children's books with monsters help ease childhood fears

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Fears are a normal part of childhood as children learn to live in a great, big world. Children's books are an...
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National Wildlife Week: plan a green hour activity every day

The National Wildlife Federation has designated March 16 - 20 as National Wildlife Week. The National Wildlife Federation is encouraging parents and...
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Financial stress on families: helping kids cope in tough times

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Job losses, financial pressure, difficult times don't just affect adults; they affect kids and families. Children need concrete, age-appropriate...
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Smart babies not watching TV and videos

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Television viewing will not make your baby smarter, according to a longitudinal study of 872 children at a...
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Mr. Rogers Won't You Be My Neighbor Day March 20, 2009

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Hey Mr. Rogers, we're thinking of you! In memory of Mr. Rogers, Family Communications Inc. is planning the first...
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