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NO RECESS FOR YOU! started by Imakcerka (11/1/11 at 7:41pm) 1 2	Thanks, I had a teacher that would let me draw straight... 11/12/11 at 1:37pm by Imakcerka	38	1,084
study on redshirting started by kathymuggle (11/3/11 at 4:31am) 1 2 3 4	Just to further complicate the issue ... a poor academic fit... 11/10/11 at 5:09pm by moominmamma	74	1,467
How irked would you be if your child's teacher.... started by LynnS6 (10/25/11 at 10:04pm) 1 2	Actually I think what the teacher is doing is fine. Even at... 11/10/11 at 4:54pm by Spirit Dancer	25	853
educational apps for ipod? started by orca (10/22/10 at 7:06pm)	Thanks for all the recommendations. 11/8/11 at 7:35pm by Subhuti	9	449
Okay to (ever) have a gun at an elementary school? started by JudiAU (11/1/11 at 3:58pm)	There are, generally, no weapons--- real or pretend---... 11/8/11 at 9:59am by TiredX2	19	368
Kids inventing free giveaway started by Miss Information (11/6/11 at 8:32am)	I conducted an interview on my blog, Raising Smart Girls,... 11/6/11 at 8:32am by Miss Information	0	30
6yo DS "daydreaming" in 1st grade started by Pepe (11/3/11 at 9:07pm)	How hard is it to get his attention and get him back on task?... 11/4/11 at 3:43pm by melissa17s	4	111
Homework. started by EuroMama (10/23/11 at 7:35pm) 1 2	My DD (8) now has to do it right after school. She was... 11/2/11 at 5:59am by Thursday Girl	21	383
to homeschool or not homeschool a child with Asperger Syndrome started by simplygreen (11/1/11 at 6:01am)	Hi simplygreen. I'd like to invite you to solicit opinions... 11/1/11 at 6:12pm by lauren	1	63
Opposite of Redshirting? started by Lyrelle (10/27/11 at 10:48am) 1 2	I wondered about this. Since the OP lives in a school... 10/30/11 at 7:31am by ollyoxenfree	20	507
Celebrating holidays with educational materials? started by MomtoDandJ (10/28/11 at 9:53am)	I sent you a PM. :) We did lots of hands on learning,... 10/29/11 at 7:00am by meetoo	4	65
how to help a 3rd grader improve her spellings? started by meemee (3/24/11 at 11:45am) 1 2	we clap them out and make up a cheer or chant for them. DD1... 10/28/11 at 5:45am by Imakcerka	21	852
Catholic School Anyone? started by LoveOhm (10/25/11 at 2:27pm)	My children attend a Catholic school and I love it! The... 10/26/11 at 10:14am by elmh23	5	115
Kindergarten Intervention - Can I do this at home? started by Blackcat (10/19/11 at 6:48am)	I know, I love that site too. Each morning I just get on the... 10/26/11 at 9:35am by MomtoDandJ	11	266
teen DS, writing, practical advice...and a parenting question - mini update#25 started by kathymuggle (8/6/11 at 11:36am) 1 2	Nope - the conversation was had last week - he has not had to... 10/25/11 at 6:50pm by kathymuggle	31	1,302
Kindergarten readiness started by kindchen (10/9/11 at 3:05pm) 1 2	I think a good kindergarten readiness test can help guide... 10/25/11 at 10:35am by MomtoDandJ	22	438
Sloppy handwriting, started by EuroMama (10/24/11 at 3:31pm)	I think the best way to help children develop strong... 10/25/11 at 10:30am by MomtoDandJ	3	83
4th grade niece underperforming in math - want to find ways to help her remotely started by sbarr_NY (10/23/11 at 6:56pm)	I have this video/book but we haven't watched it through... 10/25/11 at 7:15am by Emmeline II	12	169
Cafeteria and the introverted child-kindergarten started by mainemommy1 (10/19/11 at 10:57am)	---I just see the need for some down time rather than... 10/24/11 at 6:29am by meemee	15	248
Kindergarten issues....help!! started by crazylady (10/16/11 at 10:38am)	crazylady, it sounds like this is a tough time. I think... 10/23/11 at 5:39am by lauren	15	336
half day kindergarten..letter home today..what can i do? started by samanthasmom (9/19/11 at 10:36am) 1 2	What are your reasons for declining full day? 10/21/11 at 5:40pm by lauren	38	1,214
Advice needed on little boy in DS's preschool class started by Oliver'sMom (10/19/11 at 5:48pm)	I'm sorry you and your son are dealing with this sort of... 10/20/11 at 1:49pm by parsley	9	268
Raise your hand if you think "kids these days" are nicer than they used to be started by OliveJewel (9/15/11 at 4:33pm) 1 2 3	I see that too, but sometimes I wonder if I live in a happy... 10/20/11 at 1:33pm by Linda on the...	54	907
I hope someone has some insight for me as to WHY there are computers in toddler classrooms? started by lellian (9/30/11 at 11:34am) 1 2	i wouldnt put my son in a program that had tv or computers... 10/18/11 at 8:36pm by ashleyhaugh	20	396
Opinions on this PS & K program started by guest138 (10/10/11 at 10:38am)	The strong religious wording in the "About Us" and the... 10/18/11 at 6:08am by kathymuggle	7	137
Whole group instruction anyone? started by NZJMama (9/29/11 at 10:44am)	My kids' school uses direct instruction. The only grouping... 10/18/11 at 3:34am by Justmee	11	215
Articles on why homework is not helpful? started by CaliMommie (10/10/11 at 8:30pm)	CaliMommie, I hope those links helped. I actually have come... 10/17/11 at 1:42pm by beanma	5	160
Would this bug you? Washroom related. started by kathymuggle (10/5/11 at 5:51am)	I'm not sure I follow you... our changing room had an... 10/16/11 at 5:58pm by Psmythe	17	344
Kindergartners getting help in the bathroom? started by summerbabe (9/10/11 at 3:03pm) 1 2	Yes, this. It's totally normal to have a lot of variation in... 10/16/11 at 5:34pm by Bluegoat	24	735
Gymboree is it beneficial for children? started by kakashiprince (10/14/11 at 1:57pm)	Hello, my name is Andrew I'm a University student and I am... 10/14/11 at 1:57pm by kakashiprince	0	51
Am I making this too big a deal? started by robin4kids (10/13/11 at 6:26am)	Had to laugh at this because my mom was a middle school... 10/14/11 at 9:10am by ASusan	8	214
School deadline is 10/1, DDs bday is 9/24...wwyd? started by ellairiesmom (10/10/11 at 10:05am)	My son is Sept 16 and the cutoff is Oct. 1. We waited and so... 10/13/11 at 5:55pm by NZJMama	6	147
what did you spend on school supplies? started by kathymuggle (9/2/11 at 3:48pm) 1 2	My DS's supplies came to $28. I'm only counting the stuff... 10/13/11 at 9:47am by limabean	26	606
help with 2nd grade spanish class started by jgallagher66 (10/4/11 at 9:10am)	I don't think it's all luck. I think the teachers hired by... 10/12/11 at 7:16pm by whatsnextmom	10	163
Outdoor Preschool Program- what would you want/expect? started by chekhovgirl (10/4/11 at 11:25am)	Where in Massachusetts are you? We're in Southern Vermont... 10/11/11 at 8:01am by journeywooz	10	152
Computer use in 4-6 year old class with Tumblebooks? started by pooky (9/29/11 at 8:19am)	so what if they view you as the high maintenance parent? the... 10/10/11 at 11:34am by ChitownTracy	10	228
Sending them to school when you thought you would homeschool started by mrsfrenchy (10/10/11 at 9:21am)	Our situation isn't exactly the same, but has some... 10/10/11 at 10:56am by moominmamma	2	117
Am I over-protective? started by rubidoux (10/7/11 at 1:33pm)	I agree. My DS didn't go to a tiny school but he was in a... 10/10/11 at 8:03am by whatsnextmom	8	259
Fed up and lost!!!! started by MotherOfOne77 (10/4/11 at 5:02pm) 1 2	No, that's not my assumption. My assumption, having lived a... 10/8/11 at 3:38pm by Linda on the...	25	581
Do you call teachers by first name or last name? started by Eavesdrop (9/29/11 at 6:20pm) 1 2	In general, I will always expect my kids to call all teachers... 10/6/11 at 9:55am by blessedwithboys	20	341
Let's Talk Homework started by VisionaryMom (9/27/11 at 6:20am) 1 2	I didn't bother writing move him, as it seemed like... 10/4/11 at 11:28pm by AllisonR	38	604
How long do kids have snack time? started by mamazee (9/6/11 at 12:03pm) 1 2 3 4 5	Each class at my son's school has a snack time. It's in the... 10/1/11 at 4:02pm by Polliwog	86	1,538
Talk to me about academic expectations/assessments early in the year for 2nd grade in public school started by beanma (9/3/11 at 7:30am) 1 2	We're in the same district and I love the Lake Woebegone... 10/1/11 at 12:22pm by Polliwog	31	788
Carpooling etiquette started by grumpybear (9/29/11 at 8:14pm)	I'd sort out expectations with the other parent and try to... 9/30/11 at 7:07am by ollyoxenfree	2	126
Combination class of 3rd/4th grade started by spatel (9/26/11 at 6:49pm)	I'll be the one hold out here as someone who does not like... 9/29/11 at 8:39pm by ChristaN	19	248
Lost Recess started by karne (1/11/10 at 6:25pm) 1 2	I think this situation is indicative of a national trend,... 9/29/11 at 1:04pm by Mommy3000	26	1,307
A little advice on making costly private school work? started by tammylsmith (9/26/11 at 7:17pm)	I wanted to add that, thanks to all your advice, I looked... 9/27/11 at 12:57pm by tammylsmith	14	197
Advice needed! started by crystalkr (9/24/11 at 4:54pm)	I would call her or send her an email. Last year in K, I was... 9/27/11 at 6:06am by madskye	4	141
She has "deficits" started by Dandelionkid (9/9/11 at 12:08pm) 1 2	Oops, I was replying to this. 9/24/11 at 3:24pm by Hoopin' Mama	39	934
Intermediate Elementary classes. Do they get second recess? started by meemee (9/21/11 at 11:26pm)	thanks mamas. i didnt realise how common this was. our school... 9/24/11 at 9:10am by meemee	16	159