Enriching Preschool Programs for Gifted Children
Dear Advocate for Gifted Preschoolers and others discuss nurturing bright preschoolers with enriching curricula that tailor to individual needs. Emphasizes nature, reading, arts, music, and home activities, while noting programs should not label children as gifted and suggesting a free MetroHealth newsletter.
Dr Sylvia Rimm Child Psychology Expert and Author
Dr Sylvia B Rimm is a child psychologist and clinical professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. She authored many parenting books and invites readers to send questions to Sylvia Rimm on Raising Kids at MetroHealth Box 45489 Cleveland Ohio 44145 or via email srimmsylviarimm com.
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Sylvia B. Rimm
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Sylvia Rimm
MetroHealth
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No gifts this year sparks clash in holiday ritual
Judy Steinmeyer and husband Dale vow no gifts, then Christmas brings a tension loaded by expectations. Judy buys gifts for their children while Dale surprises with diamond earrings, illustrating how gift giving can function as a communication vehicle in relationships.
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Kansas City
Judy Steinmeyer
Dale
Judy
Richard F. Beltrammi
Bowling Green State University Press
No Gifts for Couples Faces Trust and Marketing Ties
A university marketing professor argues gifts persist as a social and commercial tool while a counselor warns against no gift agreements. Experts say gifts express care and sustain relationships, yet breaking promises about gifts can damage trust and cause embarrassment. A suggested holiday alternative is simply spending time together and shopping for others.
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Beltramini
Wayne State University
Troy
Mich
Billie Lerner
Get organized and plan a holiday prep list
Create a prioritized to do list with must do items at the top and optional tasks at the bottom. Estimate realistic times and set deadlines. Delegate to children and family where possible. Use department store services and prepared foods to reduce stress. Keep within budget and shop early to avoid debt and impulse buys.
Surviving the Holidays Guidance for a calmer season
Practical tips to navigate holiday gatherings and gift exchanges. Tips cover setting boundaries planning simpler meals and managing stress with breathing and preparation. Suggestions include pacing activities delaying commitments and seeking support from friends or family to reduce overwhelm.
Be good to yourself Exercise and quiet time advice
Be good to yourself by prioritizing time for exercise and rest. The note suggests long walks, swimming, yoga, reading alone, meditation, naps, and keeping up with friends. It also advises social support and mentions visiting the local library for more information. Next week: Storing leftovers listed as an activity.
Raising a bright kid through daily interactions and play
An article from Redbook notes that parental guidance can boost early intelligence. It emphasizes talking with infants, age appropriate play to boost visual motor skills, curiosity over memorization, symbolic learning by age two, and learning by doing. Reading aloud and providing thoughtful answers fosters phonics readiness.
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Ann Colin Herbst
Redbook
Michael D. Kaplan
Yale University
Dear Abby guidance on daughter and directionless boyfriend
A mother seeks Abby's advice on whether to warn her college daughter about her 21 year old boyfriend Amie who has no declared major and limited guidance from family. Abby says express concerns to daughter but not to the young man. let the daughter address it if needed.
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Beltramini
Abby
Amie
Annie
Berkeley
Mariage
Chikdran
School of Life
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