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John David Thu, 23 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27448/1/How-to-protect-your-children-from-drowning-in-swimming-pools%3F Studies have shown that the second leading cause of children deaths is due to drowning and this cause list rates swimming pool on top.   Ophelia Smith Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/25845/1/Teaching-Grammar-with-Fun-Learning-Games Why teach children English grammar with games?  Research is showing that this is an excellent way to do it.  What kind of games work best?  This article answers those questions and is written for those teaching English as a second language to children. Shelley Vernon Sun, 11 Mar 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/25527/1/How-to-Effectively-use-Games-in-the-Preschool-and-Elementary-ESL-Classroom Things to consider and watch out for when teaching children ESL with games.  Make sure the children are stimulated and learning without the chaos games can sometimes cause. Shelley Vernon Sat, 24 Feb 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/24121/1/Motivating-Young-Children-to-Learn-English%3A-Keeping-Their-Attention-without-Giving-Them-Gifts Young children are often eager, almost too eager.  The problem arises when they are eager to do things other than what you're trying to teach them.  Here are six top tips to keep them interested in class and motivated to do what you want them to do. Shelley Vernon Sun, 17 Dec 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23996/1/5-Steps-To-FCAT-Success 5 Steps to Improve Standardized Test Scores'Success Mira and Mark Halpert Mon, 11 Dec 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23995/1/3-Key-Challenges-To-Reduce-Homework-Time-and-Stress What parents can do when homework becomes a battle and why this is happening to your child. Mira and Mark Halpert Mon, 11 Dec 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23994/1/Does-My-Child-Have-Dyslexia%3F As parents and educators it is important to support and teach these children with a holistic approach, using the strengths they have.  Mira and Mark Halpert Mon, 11 Dec 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23938/1/Daytrana---A-Patch-for-ADHD While the delivery system of Daytrana is new, methylphenidate is the oldest ADHD drug on the market. Methylphenidate is the generic name for Ritalin and is also the active ingredient in many other ADHD medications including Concerta, Ritalin LA and Metadate. Jeannine Virtue Thu, 07 Dec 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23885/1/8-Benefits-Of-Home-Schooling.-But-What-About-The-Disadvantages%3F There are several reasons why more and more parents choose home schooling instead of the traditional schools; the benefit of home schooling is when your child is able to succeed in life and you know you had a little bit to do with those achievements. But there are also some disadvantages. Nic Haffner Tue, 05 Dec 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23818/1/Teaching-English-Tips-to-Stay-in-Control-of-a-Large-Class Teaching English with games is becoming standard through out ESL classrooms of the world. And this is good news, because children love to learn through games, and become much more motivated students as a result. However games often make children excited, and if you have a large class you need a few things up your sleeve to bring the class into line if they get out of control. Shelley Vernon Sun, 03 Dec 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23308/1/How-to-Teach-a-Child-English-One-to-One How to make one to one teaching fun, whether you are a teacher with private pupils or a parent wanting to teach English to your child in a fun way. Shelley Vernon Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23306/1/How-to-Teach-a-Child-English-One-to-One How to make one to one teaching fun, whether you are a teacher with private pupils or a parent wanting to teach English to your child in a fun way. Shelley Vernon Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23288/1/Disrespectful-and-Rebellious-Teens Defiant Teens are children that have no respect for authority and mainly disrespect their parents. Emp Emp Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/23055/1/Chemical-Dependency-Progression-in-Teens The tumultuous group of adolescents consists of twenty percent of the population. Emp Emp Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/22821/1/Therapeutic-boarding-schools-for-troubled-teens A private therapeutic troubled teen boarding School for students who may be struggling in a traditional educational setting, the Academy helps underachieving and troubled teens with behavioral and academic problems achieve their full potential. Emp Emp Mon, 23 Oct 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/22189/1/How-To-Help-Your-Kids-Do-Algebra Algebra causes more problems than just about any other school subject. As a caring parent, you can help even if you're not the mathematical type yourself. Kenneth Williams Thu, 21 Sep 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21561/1/-ADHD-and-School-Success---Yes%2C-it-is-Possible%21 To help ease the strains of ADHD and the school setting, try these back-to-school tips for success this school year. Jeannine Virtue Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21537/1/How-to-Survive-the-Final-Year-of-GCSE-Mathematics Be prepared for the 6 important stages during the final year of GCSE Maths and find out how to maximise your revision time. N Pinhey Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21439/1/Stop-Pornographic-Material%21 Stop pornographic material from ruining your life, your families' lives, or your friends' lives. Joe Broderick Tue, 22 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21379/1/Please%2C-protect-our-kids%21--10-Steps-to-Internet-Safety-for-Your-Children Keeping your children safe from predators online requires constant viligance and communication. Here are ten guidelines for parents to protect their children on the internet from sex offenders and cyber stalkers. Chris Kaminski Fri, 18 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21126/1/Perception-and-Misperception-with-Troubled-Teens Perception IS reality, and no where is this more evident than in parent-teen relationships. The ways in which parents and teens communicate, solve problems, make decisions and manage stress are greatly affected by their perceptions. Emp Emp Mon, 07 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20994/1/Teens-Boarding-Schools There are many different types of Troubled Teens boarding schools. If you decide boarding school is the best way to help your troubled teen, the first step to choosing a school is to consider what type of school will best serve the student. Boarding schools will accept a troubled teen, or a student that does not want to be there. Parent Help is familiar with several boarding schools. Emp Emp Sat, 29 Jul 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20973/1/Have-a-New-Born-in-the-Family%3F-Here-are-Some-Easy-Ways-to-Save-Money. This article is to inform families or single mothers on how to save money on their new born child. Pete Glocker Thu, 27 Jul 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20905/1/Asperger%26%2339%3Bs-Syndrome-Children-and-Sensory-Sensitivity Children with Asperger's Syndrome suffer from sensory sensitivity or are "sensory defensive".  This sensitivity can encompass any or all of the senses: sound, touch, taste, sight, and smell. 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Larry Anderson Fri, 16 Jun 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20214/1/Ellio%26%2339%3Bs-Rock-Star-Challenge%3A-The-Hot-New-Online-Teen-Music-Competition Ellio's Pizza is launching a hot new online music competition that gives individual teens and teen bands unprecedented exposure to kids nationwide and DJs in top music markets. Plus, the winner will be awarded a three-day recording session with a music producer approved by one of 2006's hottest new bands, Flyleaf. Kris Nickerson Fri, 16 Jun 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20182/1/5-Tips-to-Finding-the-Right-School-for-Your-Child If you are like me you probably lost sleep over what school to enroll your child in.  This is especially the case with people who move to new school districts or moving people moving their pre-schooler to kindergarten. Nicole Anderson Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20119/1/Grade-10-Applied-English-Homework-Help This article talks about the difficulties of 10th grade english homework, and some tips to make it go by more smoothly. Articlewriter Andrew Sat, 10 Jun 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20073/1/The-Relation-between-Troubled-Teens-and-Parents The relationships with their parents as warm, kind, and consistent are more likely to initiate social interaction with other adolescents and with other adults.  They are more likely to respond to others positively and with greater empathy. Although teenagers will make their own choices, a good home life can increase the odds that kids will avoid many of the pitfalls of adolescence. Emp Emp Thu, 08 Jun 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/19664/1/Baby-Care-Tips The article gives you many tips on how to care for your baby. A must read for all the mothers. Tania Jain Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/19352/1/A-Special-Education-Success-Story-With-Add-and-ADHD In our rapidly moving culture, students diagnosed with ADD or ADHD (Attention Deficit Disorder or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are an ever-increasing challenge for teachers. This is a true story of success in a six-week project where middle school children diagnosed with ADD and ADHD enjoyed the same success, if not more than, the other students. Claudia Mann Thu, 27 Apr 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/19331/1/Do-You-Have-What-It-Takes-To-Home-School-Your-Child%3F Are you and your children cut out for home school? Homeschooling your own child has its advantages and disadvantages, but with total control you have the flexibility to teach your child values that cannot be taught in a public classroom. Dr. Larry A. Johnson, D.C. 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Scott Palat Wed, 08 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/18219/1/Toddler-Games How to incoprorate age appropriate toddler games into your child's lesson plans. L. D. Mairet Fri, 03 Mar 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/18217/1/Toddler-Activities How to incorporate Toddler Activities into your child's daily curriculum.  How to choose and prepare age appropriate toodler activities for your child. L. D. 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