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by littleones.com, on September 5th, 2009      
Are you looking for quality children’s products which have the unique combination of being practical, educational, and fun? Crocodile Creek products have definitely captured the art of "playful" with their bright, cheery colors and creative designs. These eye catching products are sure to grab the interest of the young children in your life.
As an educator, Crocodile Creek appeals to my desire for young children to receive information about the world around them in simple and delightful ways. The true value and beauty of these products is that their designs are based upon many relevant Early Education classroom themes (Nursery, Preschool, Kindergarten.) Some examples of these themes include the seasons, farm animals, zoo animals, dinosaurs, vehicles, gardens & flowers, countries around the world, simple world maps, and the solar system, to name just a few. Young children are like sponges and will soak up this type of information when it is presented to them in appealing ways such as these.
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by littleones.com, on September 4th, 2009 If you're like many parents, you've spent the last week(s) of summer wandering the aisles of Walmart or Staples with school supply lists in hand. For some parents, school supply shopping becomes a giant scavenger hunt, scurrying around to find quality products at competitive prices. To others it becomes a quest which starts with researching piles of back to school circulars for the best deals. For many parents with multiple children, it becomes a definite challenge to keep track of multiple lists and requests. For children, it is definitely not, as Staples termed, "The most wonderful time of the year!" Shopping for school supplies can sometimes be overwhelming, costly and not to mention, time consuming! How can you simplify all of the back to school preparations? Here are some basic tips to help you save time, money and your sanity.
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by littleones.com, on August 23rd, 2009  The Kissing Hand
This endearing New York Times Bestseller is one of the best children’s books available on the subject of overcoming separation anxiety. Written by Audrey Penn, this delightful story begins with a little raccoon named Chester who is reluctant to go to school for the first time. He would much rather stay in the comfort of his own home with his Mommy Raccoon. Chester is fearful about separating from his mother until Mommy Raccoon passes down the family secret of….The Kissing Hand. Continue reading Children’s Book Review: The Kissing Hand
by littleones.com, on August 23rd, 2009 Reading children's books about going to Preschool or Kindergarten is a great introduction to school procedures and activities. Prepare your child ahead of time with these concrete examples of what to expect at school. These reassuring books are not only entertaining, but can calm transitional fears. Get your child's year off to a smooth start with these helpful children's books.
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by littleones.com, on August 21st, 2009 It’s the first day of school for your little one. It is a day mixed with excitement and anxiety for both parent and child. How can you make the transition to school smoother and more enjoyable for you and your child? Learn how to prepare your child ahead of time, address common school fears and ease separation anxiety. Here are 10 steps to get your child’s first school experience off to a great start!
See the complete article 10 Steps to a Successful First Day at Nursery, Preschool & Kindergarten. For additional teacher tips and educational advice, visit the Little Ones Back to School Special Feature at www.littleones.com.
by littleones.com, on August 21st, 2009 Here we go again….. "Back to School" sale signs are appearing in stores, in advertisements and just about everywhere you turn. The summer is drawing to an end. Parents and children are beginning to prepare for the upcoming school year. For some children, these back to school preparations may be accompanied by a case of back to school jitters.
What can you as a parent do to relieve some of your child’s back to school anxieties? Read the complete article Easing Back to School Jitters to discover some of the most common fears faced by school age children along with some suggestions on how to handle them.
Also see the Little Ones Back to School Special Feature at www.littleones.com for additional teacher tips to get this year off to a great start!
by littleones.com, on July 19th, 2009 Summer fun… fireworks, building sandcastles, poolside games and reading for relaxation! Kids just love summer! Why not follow their interests with these enjoyable books about one of their favorite times of the year? This assortment of children’s patriotic and summer books will keep the learning going right through the summer months! Enjoyable summer book themes make reading a breeze!
For a complete list of recommended summer reading for kids from toddlers to teens, see the Little Ones Summer Reading Special.
by littleones.com, on July 19th, 2009 Summer is the perfect time to reinforce those reading skills! The secret to getting your child to spend time reading during the summer months is in selecting stimulating books that are just right for your child! Getting children hooked on reading this summer is simple with this outstanding selection of popular/award winning books for children from preschool through the teens years.These teacher recommended books are sure to become instant favorites in your home! You just can’t go wrong with any of these outstanding titles!
Check out the complete selection of quality reading materials in the Little Ones Summer Reading Special at www.littleones.com.
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