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450. Raising Thoughtful Kids

Parents' Perspective — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:21:30 +0000

Robin Goldstein, Ph.D., specialist in child and adolescent development; teacher, Johns Hopkins University and University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Resources

Recommends watching our kids closely, listening, learning from them what they need

Google questions parents have – much specific information can be found on the Internet.

www.drrobingoldstein.com

449. Art Experiences for Kids

Parents' Perspective — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:01:24 +0000

Susan Akman, creative experiences for children

Resources

For Supplies:
Walmart
Target
Costco
A.C. Moore
Old-fashioned variety stores
Packaging stores – often have large blank newsprint (great paper source) and rolls of paper
www.classroomdirect.com
www.discountschoolsupply.com
Google for “children’s art ideas” and similar topics to find good references and supply sources.

448. The Great Outdoors

Parents' Perspective — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:47:46 +0000

Laurie Jenkins, Supervisor, Outdoor Field Investigations for Montgomery County, MD schools

Resources

National Wildlife Federation
Audubon Naturalist Society
Peterson Guides
Also look at the Peterson First Guides.
Other suggestions:
Find bug boxes and very fine pins and labels
Set up scavenger hunts for outdoor searchers
Read a book aloud together outside
Ask children – “I wonder why…” or “I wonder what would happen if…”

447. Boredom

Parents' Perspective — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:14:21 +0000

Mary Alvord, Ph.D., psychologist, Director, Alvord, Baker and Associates, LLC

Resources

American Psychological Association – Includes a Psychology Help Center and YouTube sources as well.

Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies

Caution: When exploring/researching online, be aware of what is genuinely credible.

Pending: Building Resilience, by Mary Alvord

446. Magic and Children

Parents' Perspective — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 01:21:37 +0000

Bradley Fields, magician

Resources

F.A.M.E. (Future American Magical Entertainers) – was a pioneering organization in the magic field, now defunct, for young people. It existed in New York City, USA. From the early 1940s it was called the Peter Pan Magic Club. Later in the 1950s it would be called F.A.M.E. till the 1980s.

The Society of American Magicians

International Brotherhood of Magicians

If you can find local magic shops in your community or a nearby city, visit frequently and talk with the others in the store; very helpful! A good way to learn about what local activities might be available.

445. Helping Your ADD Child Organize for School

Parents' Perspective — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:55:28 +0000

Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D., psychologist, Director, Chesapeake Psychological Services of Maryland

Resources

Kathleen Nadeau

CHADD.org – Information on this site can help locate support groups, the National ADD Resource Center, and specific community help.

Pending: ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Kids by Kathleen Nadeau.

444. Imaginary Friends

Parents' Perspective — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 21:17:18 +0000

Marc Nemiroff, Ph.D., child psychologist, author, professor, speaker on children’s issues

Resources

Consult your family doctor, your own pediatrician, or a developmental pediatrician, for guidance in finding an expert for therapeutic help.

Finding a professional to help – Explore the Fussy Baby Network through the Erikson Institute

443. Managing the Difficult Child

Parents' Perspective — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 21:11:40 +0000

Georgia DeGangi, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and occupational therapist, Integrated Therapy Services for Children and Families, Inc.

Resources

Consult your family doctor, your own pediatrician, or a developmental pediatrician, for guidance in finding an expert for therapeutic help.

Finding a professional to help – Explore the Fussy Baby Network through the Erikson Institute

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children and Adolescents

442. Outdoor Play Spaces, Public and Private

Parents' Perspective — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 22:05:58 +0000

Kimberly Geary, Owner, Jumpstart Therapy, LLC, Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Resources

Search on the Internet for area playgrounds and even specifically for those designed for specific needs
Google handicap accessible playgrounds

www.LNCLGC.org (based on book Leave No Child Inside)
www.childdevelopmentinfo.com
http://www.spdfoundation.net

441. Importance of Outdoor Play for A Child’s Development

Parents' Perspective — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:57:37 +0000

Julia Berry, Director, St. Columba’s Nursery School

Resources

Audubon Society – find locally and inquire about classes and activities
National Wildlife Federation
Monarch butterfly organizations
4-H Clubs
YMCA
Libraries and librarians
Web sites on specific interests and on backyard development
Research scouting
Research fishing
Google magazines for kids, such as Ranger Rick