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9/28/03 - Coloring Pages for Older Kids
Older kids still love to color. I remember getting one of the beautiful Kim's Coloring Books as a child. I loved it so much, I didn't want to color in it. You can still find fancy coloring books by publishers such as Red Farms Studio, Bellerophon, and Dover. For your advanced colorist, I've found lots of extra special coloring pages online.

9/20/03 - Fall Fun for Families
Creative ideas for fun family learning during the Fall season. Explore Fall leaves and trees, learn to identify animal tracks, and explore the mathematical properties of quilts.

8/30/03 - Bedwetting and the Older Child
The cause of bedwetting is not completely known, but these factors may be considered to determine appropriate intervention for an older child who is wetting the bed.

08/23/03 - Elementary School Tools for Your Computer
Your home computer is a powerful tool for enriching your child's elementary education. Add a School Help folder to your Favorites, then organize these links by subject or child. It's an easy way to make your computer a quick learning and reference tool.

08/12/03 - Back to School Picks for Best of the Educational Web
As educational sites have evolved the good ones have become better, deeper, easier. See my annual picks for the Best of the Educational Web and bookmark these great sites that are practical and useful for kids and parents to enhance learning in the elementary years.

08/05/03 - Assessment for Learning Disabilities - Understanding the WISC-III Subtest Scores
Using the WISC-III subtest scores to understand your child's pattern of intelligectual strengths and weaknesses.

07/28/03 - Assessment for Learning Disabilities - Understanding the IQ Test Results
Though LD assessments vary among school districts and examiners, a comprehensive evaluation should include an instrument to measure intelligence. The most common IQ test given to children in a psychoeducational evaluation is the WISC-III, from the Wechsler series of intelligence scales for children.

07/21/03 - New Ideas for School Fundraising
Parents who are looking for new ideas to raise money for their child's school will want to look at the latest trends in school fundraising that are generating major revenues for schools and non-profit groups.

07/17/03 - Summer Reading for Elementary Kids
A printable list of the best children's authors that you can take to the library this summer. It will help you find the great kids' books that are hidden in the stacks of your local library.

07/10/03 - Cheap and Easy Summer Art Projects
Sometimes you just need a good idea fast to get your kids through a hot summer afternoon. Go online to find projects that are easy and inexpensive.

07/03/03 - Quick Ideas for Summer Family Fun
The Desperate Parent's Guide for Summer Boredom

06/25/03 - Family Adventure Vacations
Resources for your family adventure vacation.

06/17/03 - Physical Education for Elementary Kids
Do we enhance our child's brain development when we give them opportunities for physical movement learning?

06/10/03 - Sponge Bob Pool Party
If your big kid is a Sponge Bob fan, he'll love the idea of a Sponge Bob Luau for his birthday party. Find ideas and sources to throw the Sponge Bob party, complete with pool games.

05/27/03 - Parenting Your Negative Child
Strategies for parenting the child with a negative temperament.

05/20/03 - Outdoor Games for Kids
You may remember these games from your childhood, but be a bit fuzzy on the rules of play. Refresh your memory, and share these timeless childhood outdoor games with your child.

05/12/03 - Make an Online Games Page for Your Child
Now, when your little one wants to play on the computer you can open her games page, and let her safely surf to the games you have chosen for her.

05/05/03 - Mom's Lessons of Fun
I was blessed as a child to have a mom who knew how to make fun. Precious memories, I see their value clearly as I share the joys of learning and creativity with my children.

04/20/03 - How to Teach Your Child to Pray
Use this project to teach your child to easily remember a model for for their own personal prayer.

04/10/03 - Pretend Play in the Elementary Years
Encourage your kids' pretend play with these quick ideas - play school, secret agent, dress-up, camping, and home theater for kids.

04/01/03 - Child Abuse Prevention in Families
Learn about parenting practices associated with child abuse and how parents can change a pattern of abuse. Plus links and resources for Child Abuse Awareness.

03/24/03 - Spring Break Activities for Families and Kids
Ideas for fun for families and kids during spring break.

03/17/03 - Summer Camp for Kids
Help in making the right choice for your child. Plus links to summer camp resources on the Internet.

03/10/03 - What Parents Can Do About Childhood Anxiety
Advice for parents to cope with children's anxiety symptoms, and tips to improve well-being at home and school.

03/01/03 - Military Parent Support and Information
Net guide to support and information for parents in the military.

02/25/03 - Readers' Favorite Birthday Party Ideas
Readers of About Parenting of K-6 Children share their most successful kids' birthday parties. Start with these creative ideas, then use the link box to explore the many birthday party resources at About.

02/15/03 - Helping Children Cope with Fears of War
The "terror alert" in the U.S. and other countries remains high, and the news is filled with talk of war. These strategies will help you handle your children's fears during the coming weeks.

02/05/03 - Making a Valentine Mailbox for School
An elementary school tradition is the homemade Valentine mailbox. To get ideas for making your child's box, take a look at these Valentine box creations from around the Web.

01/28/03 - What Parents Can Do About Childhood Depression
Advice for parents to cope with children's depressive symptoms, and tips to improve well-being at home and school.

01/20/03 - What Parents Can Do About Children's Disruptive Behavior Disorders
Strategies for parents to cope with children's disruptive behavior problems.

01/10/03 - Parents' Index to Childhood Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
Definitions and resources for parents of children with emotional and behavioral disorders.

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