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- by systemHave questions or insights about learning that don’t fit the usual categories? Share unique ideas, experiences, and challenges related to education and academics here. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by R_M1My children are 9, 4 and 3. Their father speaks Spanish. I would love for us to be a completely bilingual family. Where can we go for help that is relatviely inexpensive? We cannot pay $1000 a month or so for one child to go to a "special" Spanish school. So, what are the alternatives? […]
- by Mary_B13Hi everyone! My son is 4 and really loves the show Ni-hao Ki-Lan. He has taken to telling everyone he can the words that he has learned from it. He really seems to enjoy it. He has also been telling his Pre-K class them. His teacher has mentioned perhaps getting him into a language "class"/experience […]
- by naturalmom_1My dear son age 6 is a very smart cookie… understands things that his 9 yo sister doesn't. However, he has other issues. He doesn't like "surprises" at all… change in his routine doesn't go over well at all. He takes a very long time to adapt to a situation. And will separate himself from […]
- by jme15I am looking for a program to help me teach my son how to read. Any suggestions? So many out there!!! 5 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by sheilachimentoHas anyone other used the "your baby can read" program. Do you think it works? How do show your child to read? Is it too young at 4 years of age? Do we just let them learn in school. 14 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by tamaramontanaHi All! I'm looking to invest in a 529 College Plan for my daughter immediately. I'm at a loss, I have no idea what I'm doing. I think what I'd like to sign up for is a plan that I can purchase direct w/out having to go through a broker & one that can be […]
- by adrobat1I am looking for information for children's Spanish lessons in Miami, 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Vanessa_BrownDoes anyone know of a website(s) that once I put my current address in I will be able to know what school in ATlanta my children are zoned for. Thank you Vanessa 3 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
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- by JThomasonWe are considering the Florida prepaid college contract. I know if we had done this when our daughter was born is 2004 it would have been great. Now they have the "differential fee" as well, and I cannot afford to prepay tuition and the differential fee. Also, I think there is a good chance she […]
- by chchismI work for My Possibilities a non-profit facility that provides day rehab to adults with special needs. We provide learning in all areas of life including communication, life skills, leadership, prevocational, and fitness and wellness. I am looking for volunteer and educational opportunities/businesses where I can take a group of Hugely Important People, otherwise known […]
- by chakraangel1My son will be 2 on the 12th of this month. Normally I wouldn't be concerned about his speech development, but it's getting to the point where I feel like he is beyond frustrated with not being able to use words that he is acting out physically. He bites (he has done that since he […]
- by Kaeley_BMy question is should my son know his letters by now? My son turned 3 on Sept. 28th and he knows his ABC's, how to count to at least 20, knows most of his colors and shapes, but should he know or recognize his letters? Also, should he be able to color in the lines […]
- by pugaholic02my 2nd daughter is 19 months. she says momma/dadda fine…not really anything else…she says what sounds like "all done" and "ju ju" is juice, "do do" is dog…really that's it. I have spoken to the pediatrician at every visit and she is not concerned because her cognitive skills are there…she understands everything i say from […]
- by Pam_RHas anyone used this? We have a 9 mth old and were thinking about trying this. The commercials are very convincing but I wanted to hear from people who have tried this. 2 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Amanda_W4We want to move and one of the towns we are considering is Elgin. But first I want to find out about the school district first. My daughter will be entering kindergarten in the fall. What are the pros and cons to U-46? Also, Mamas that live in Elgin- what do you like/ dislike about […]
- by meghann.rodriguezMy Mom is no longer to watch my 2 boys (ages 2 and 4.5)starting in January. We are looking for pre-school type programs Wed, Thurs and Fridays all day. Does anyone out there know of a great program? Any programs we should stay away from? Thank you in advance for your assistance!! 2 posts – […]
- by bridget_psychHas anyone out there ever subbed before can u give me some tips on what is expected of me. What the is normally like.whats the daily routine.do other teacher help the new subs out? Can u give me tips on how to keep my class under control? 6 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Kelly_c17Hi Mamas ~ My 12 yr old boy has NEVER had an 'easy' time w/his schooling. He has struggled since the 1st grade (they thought I should hold him back). Usually, his teachers tell me that he seems like he's "in another world" – "day dreaming" – "answering questions with answers COMPLETELY unrelated to the […]