http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Jennifer+Houck Parenting Jennifer Houck Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=105343&ca=Parenting When it comes to choosing an activity, alphabet preschool crafts are a great way for teaching new skills. Literacy is an important aspect of early learning and teaching the alphabet is critical to future success. When selecting an activity, alphabet preschool crafts, and lesson plans can ensure that... Parenting Jennifer Houck Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=105345&ca=Parenting Choosing a Montessori preschool curriculum is key to a successful educational program. Maria Montessori’s teaching method encourages young children to develop a strong sense of individuality, responsibility, and promotes their natural strengths. When choosing a Montessori preschool curriculum it is... Parenting Jennifer Houck Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=105346&ca=Parenting You most likely know that children love to sing, but did you realize that choosing a preschool circle time song has additional benefits then encouraging children to express their musical capabilities? In fact, circle time is a great way to encourage young children to develop emotional skills and par... Parenting Jennifer Houck Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=105347&ca=Parenting Computers and their Benefits Computers are becoming increasingly popular in homes, day care centers, preschools, and schools. In fact, current statistics show that more than 50% of all children have used a computer by the time they are four years old. That number jumps to over 80% when discussing ch... Parenting Jennifer Houck Sun, 30 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=71761&ca=Parenting It is important for those who work with preschoolers to choose a preschool learning activity carefully. Teaching preschoolers is a rewarding experience and young children are like pliable putty in their preschool teacher’s hands. Those who teach children, especially preschoolers, experience one of... Parenting Jennifer Houck Sun, 30 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=71762&ca=Parenting If you are teaching preschool arts and crafts and are looking for a Sea Horse theme, then here are some great ideas that you can use. First of all, children love the ocean and Sea Horses hold a special appeal to most preschoolers because of their unique appearance. If you are fortunate enough to bri... Parenting Jennifer Houck Sun, 30 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=71764&ca=Parenting Is your child ready for preschool? If your child has been attending daycare, you may think that he or she will automatically be ready for the preschool environment, however this may not be the case. Here are some ways that you can help prepare your child for preschool. Preschool Idea #1- Encourage y... Parenting Jennifer Houck Sun, 30 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=71765&ca=Parenting You may think that only a licensed teacher is qualified to teach your child. However, did you know that your child’s first teacher is you? Yes, it’s true! Not only are parents their children’s primary caregivers, but they are also their first teachers, and with a little help, you can successfully te... Parenting Jennifer Houck Sun, 30 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=71766&ca=Parenting Dear Mom, I try to leave my child and the minute I walk out of the room, she starts crying or screaming for me. Please help this gone crazy mom of how I can help my baby let me leave her for just a little bit. I think she has toddler separation anxiety but I just want to know how to overcome this. T... Gardening Jennifer Houck Sat, 21 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=29751&ca=Gardening After a long, cold winter, you are probably anxious for the first signs of spring. Springtime automatically brings thoughts of flowers. Choosing the best flowers for spring can be difficult and it is often confusing. Perhaps the most effective way to ensure spring flowers that bloom each year is to...