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2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
Auditory, kinesthetic, visual—you’ve probably heard these terms before. They are the three main types of learning styles and can influence how your child does in school and at home. Most people usually fall into one category, with a little overlap occasionally. Sometimes your child doesn’t learn like you at all. Maybe you are a kinesthetic learner, and he or she is a visual learner. Learning what style your child prefers can help in many areas and is important for their long-term success.
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Jennifer Higgins
Education
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1/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
With public education frequenting headlines and private schools a challenge in today’s economy, many parents wonder what kind of education is right for children. Before making a decision, one valuable step parents can take is to conduct thorough research. Here are some questions to help you explore options.
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Kimberly Brownlee
Education
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12/15/2011 12:00:00 AM
Even though your baby isn’t old enough to use a smart phone yet, there are plenty of great apps that can make your life as a new parent easier. Here are a few that are recommended by experienced KC parents!
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Sara Keenan
Computers & Technology
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Last summer, I noticed a steady stream of friends taking the Pinterest plunge, leaving status updates such as “I see what all the buzz is about. Pinterest is amazing!” and “Where did the day go? Oh, yes… I was on Pinterest.”
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Laura Greenlee
Computers & Technology
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
How do families strike a balance, ensuring that siblings feel just as honored as their special need child, who requires more time and attention?
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Claire M. Caterer
Special Needs
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12/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
At some point during their school years, a disagreement will arise between teacher and student. At what point do you, the parent, need to step in? What happens when a situation arises in which you don’t see eye to eye with your child’s teacher?
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Jennifer Higgins
Teacher Talk
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10/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Autism is an umbrella term encompassing a number of neurological disorders characterized by deficits in language, developmental and social skills. While there is no cure for autism, an American Academy of Pediatrics clinical report states that “children who receive early intensive behavioral treatment have been shown to make substantial, sustained gains in IQ, language, academic performance and adaptive behavior” as compared with untreated children.
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Claire M. Caterer
Special Needs
Autism
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10/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Social networking. It’s everywhere, and adults and kids alike have fallen prey. With things like e-mail, texting and Facebook, it’s not hard to do. More and more of our children are signing up for their own accounts, typing and receiving e-mails and text messages, “friending” people on Facebook and leaving us with a very important question. Should parents have access to their children’s accounts?
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Gina Klein
Computers & Technology
Online
Facebook
Twitter
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9/25/2011 12:00:00 AM
School is back in session, and students are working hard to get good grades. While a report card’s prime positioning on the front of the refrigerator is always exciting for your child, something in return for those good grades is really good! And when that reward is something that doesn’t cost Mom and Dad anything… well that is even better!
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Tracie Fobes
Education
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9/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Laptops. Email. Texting. How would a lack of cursive handwriting influence future generations?What would a school without cursive handwriting built into its curriculum look like? Is cursive coming to a close?
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Kate Meadows
Teacher Talk
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9/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Moms don’t need back-to-school items, you’re probably thinking. Okay, maybe we don’t exactly need them, but they’re fun, inexpensive ways to treat ourselves. Here are a few ideas.
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Tisha Foley
Teacher Talk
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8/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Nothing throws a wrench into the family routine as much as the end of summer vacation. KC Parent has the tools and strategies proactive parents need to set their kids on the road to their back-to-school best.
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Wendy Connelly
Teacher Talk
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7/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Summer is finally in full swing, and you’ve seen the reports: students lose more than two months of knowledge during the summer. This phenomena, otherwise known as “brain drain,” is a formidable foe. Here are some tips from local teachers to help your child keep that hard-fought-for knowledge.
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Jennifer Higgins
Teacher Talk
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4/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Mary Anne Hammond, a Kansas City Education Coordinator for Autism and Related Disorders says, “Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD’s) are complex, biological, developmental disabilities that affect social interaction, behavior and communication.” The three classic disorders of ASD’s are listed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
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Stacey Hatton
Special Needs
Autism
Special Needs
Asperger's Syndrome
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3/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
The time has come for your child to go off to college.Is your child prepared emotionally for beginning a new life away from her family, making decisions on her own and dealing with the new pressures that college brings? Are YOU prepared for your new role in your child’s life?
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Sara Keenan
Teacher Talk
College Admission
College Preparation
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2/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Tests are an inevitable part of school, and for many students, tests can create a frightening environment. Students might not be able to remember the answers or have a difficult time focusing on the test in front of them. Learn to take steps before and during a test to help ease test anxiety.
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Jennifer Higgins
Teacher Talk
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12/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
Do acronyms like PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Not Otherwise Specified) or ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) really tell us anything about what’s going on inside the child? Learn the value of labeling special needs.
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Claire M. Caterer
Special Needs
Autism
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ADHD
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12/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
A decade ago, online schools or programs were virtually non-existent. If a student struggled in a public school setting, there were few options: tough it out, drop out of school or, in rare cases, complete a correspondence course.
Times have changed.
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Jennifer Higgins
Education
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11/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
When buying computers for teenagers, keep in mind their specific ages and needs. Does a desktop or laptop make sense? What about a touch screen? From durability to ease of use, there are several things to consider:
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Computers & Technology
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11/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
Is your son or daughter on the road to becoming the next Stephen King or J.K. Rowling?
You can tell if your child has writing talent by looking for early traits of developing writers. They include a vivid imagination, good observation skills, contentment being alone (even if they like to play with others, too), an interest in words (vocabulary building, spelling, crossword puzzles, etc.), an interest in reading or hearing stories, making up their own stories (oral or written) and writing poems or stories without being asked.
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Mary-Lane Kamberg
Teacher Talk