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February 29, 2012

The Ohio School Shooting: Why? Why? Why?

by The Chatterbox

Monday's tragic school shooting in Chardon, Ohio, has left the community reeling and the nation wondering WHY??? Was T.J. Lane, the 17-year-old alleged shooter, bullied by other students? Was he dealing drugs? Was it over a recent break-up with his girlfriend? Was it because he was a lonely student raised by his grandfather rather than his parents? Those rumors and theories are all circulating in the media.

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February 28, 2012

25 Words Every Toddler Should Know

by The Chatterbox

Listening to a toddler speak can be endearing, if not a little confusing. But the next time you "ooh" and "aah" over your little one's jumbled jargon, keep your ears open to make sure you're hearing at least a few real words. Researchers from the Child Study Institute at Bryn Mawr College have identified a list of 25 words that every toddler should be using by the age of two. Find out what those 25 words are.

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February 28, 2012

Tuesday's Tip: Relax and Have Fun!

by Sweet Pea Chef

Cooking is fun.  From a young age, my mom instilled this idea in my head.  From keeping me on the counter with her while cooking, to allowing me to explore the kitchen as I grew, I was raised with a love of cooking.  I thank my mom for helping me learn how to cook and for countless other family members, friends and teachers who formed my love of creating in the kitchen.

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February 27, 2012

My Favorite Crafts & Activities For Kids

by Craftivity Corner

The 3 years of posts took a long time to scroll through but these 10 are my very favorite we made for FamilyEducation.com since May 2009. I hope you will join me over at my main blog No Time For Flash Cards for new activities almost every day ! Sparkly Starfish Fine Motor Letter Match Flower Painting Monster Gift Bag Father's Day Stress Balls Shoe Organizer Art Storage

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February 27, 2012

So long, farewell

by Professor Mom

Last weekened T. and I, accompanied by two neighborhood friends, went to a performance of The Sound of Music, put on by a local college. I had taken T. to one play before--Peter Pan.

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February 25, 2012

Hands On Shape Activities For Kids

by Craftivity Corner

Learning about shapes is more than identification it's about manipulating them, understanding space and how things go together. Hands on activities are great ways to start teaching your kids about shapes.   Shape and Hide Circle of Circles Shape Snack   Emory Board Shapes Open Ended Shape Collage

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February 24, 2012

Alphabet Activities For Kids

by Craftivity Corner

I have a passion for letters, specifically teaching them and I love exposing kids to them through crafts, games and play. Here are some of the best alphabet themed posts I have done here at FamilyEducation.com Alphabet Soup Alphabet Clean Up Find and Stick Letter Hunt Letter I-SPY Bottle Candy Letter Match

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February 24, 2012

J.K. Rowling's Book for Grown-Ups

by The Chatterbox

Expectations are higher than a Harry Potter quidditch match for J.K. Rowling's upcoming novel for adults. She just announced the book will be published sometime this year by Little, Brown, sending the Pottersphere into a tweeting, gleeful frenzy.

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February 24, 2012

The legacy

by Professor Mom

And look! The first post ever I wrote for the FE site. T. was four, and L.--how could it be? L. was only seven years old. Monday will be my last day here, so it seems fitting to put up my first post ever for my second-to-last-post. Happy weekend! *************** If you are a parent, or soon-to-be one, or will be one in the future, this has happened, or will happen to you one day:

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