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10 August 2007, Issue #041

1. Hello from Shirley

Just to show you that children learn things in their own time, today my five year old surprised me and copied out a whole Bible verse that I had actually printed out for the older two children - and the amazing thing is that her dad couldn't tell which child had written it - that's how neatly it was written!

See - just create a learning environment and they'll learn when they want to!

2. What’s New at Shirley’s Preschool Activities?

You can see which pages of my site I have worked on or updated recently by visiting my site blog.

3. Preschool Egroup

The latest topics of discussion on our eloop have centered on sleep issues, teaching good children eating habits as well as our preschool children's favourite activities.

Come and join us ask questions or share your views and experiences. We're learning together!

If you haven’t yet joined and would like to, send a blank email to preschool-activities-at-home-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.

4.Tips

Nearly everyone that joins the preschool egroup says that they are looking for ideas for their children. ABC Fun & 1-2-3 is aimed to make planning easy for moms and caregivers. Click on the cover or the text link above to read more.

5. Quote

"Play is the work of childhood." (unknown)

6. Book Reviews

You will find my favourite parenting or teaching books that I recommend at Shirley's Store on my site.

Last month I recommended The Five Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell in book form or on audio CD or audio-casette.

This month has been a busy one and I have not read any child-related books as I have started a Doula course that requires intensive reading.

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6. Readiness Activities

Instead of focusing on readiness activities this month, I have written an article about other Goals for Preschool Training.

If you would still like readiness activities, please refer to those on my site in the School Readiness section or browse the Backissues of The Whole Child publication.

I will post more readiness activities as usual next month.

Many blessings Shirley

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