November 2007
EARLY LEARNING
How Do Babies Learn?
Discoveries over the past decade – many of them centered in
Seattle – have brought more emphasis on the importance of early
learning. We talk about what works – talking, reading, playing,
singing and cuddling with your child every day – and what doesn’t
– including electronic toys and DVDs.
Incredible Parenting
Kids can’t learn if aggression and
defiance are controlling their lives. “The Incredible Years”
parenting program, run by Carolyn Webster-Stratton at the Parenting Clinic
at the University of Washington, intervenes early, with remarkable results.
Top Cop Says Invest Now
Most people don’t associate words
like Head Start and prenatal care with law enforcement. But in addition
to his day job as Seattle Police Chief, Kerlikowske is chairman of “Fight
Crime: Invest in Kids,” a nationwide group of thousands of law enforcement
leaders who advocate for programs that help kids.
Gorilla’s Guide to Raising Capable Children
At about the same time that Sherry Rind
was reproducing, so were the gorillas at Woodland Park Zoo. She figured
she would get better lessons on motherhood by watching them than from
reading books or listening to her own mother. Read what Nina, the matriarch,
taught her about raising babies.
FEATURE
Visit our Favorite Independent Toy Stores
The best toys encourage open-ended, creative
play. They are physically and philosophically durable. They won’t
annoy you with electronic sounds. And many even look good in your living
room. To find these gems, steer away from big box stores and
head for the area’s independent toy stores. Here are seven to get
you started.
DEPARTMENTS
Fridge Door
Education Fair, Alternative Giving Fair,
Jingle Bell Run, Peeved Parents Posse, Secret Santa Toy Drive,
Washington Aerospace Scholars
Our Schools
Educating Mom: North Mom,
South Mom
Full
Plate
Food News, Recipes, PCC Kids
Picks
Health & Safety
What to Do if Your Child Suffers a Concussion
Going
Places
Museum of Glass
November Calendar of Events
Highlights
& Hot Tips
Classes for Kids
Parent Education
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