May 19, 2012

Signing Your Way back to School

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Tiny Hands Talk has been kind enough to share some more Back to School tips on how using sign can help your little guys be more successful in both reading and math. Here's what they have to share: 1) Going back to school often means learning the alphabet, sounds, & sight words. Tiny Hands Talk helps parents learn the specialized sign language which has shown to help children remember their spelling words more easily with more accuracy as speaking and signing uses many senses with learning which is fun and motivational. 2) When using … [Read more...]

Travel Tips with Kids from AMA

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Prepare for those unexpected incidents, purchase Travel Insurance when traveling outside of Alberta Don’t forget your child’s car seats when vacationing. Most car rental companies also have car seats for rent. Children need passports too. A valid Passport is the most recognized form of ID worldwide. Before your departure ensure you have the proper entry visas, health inoculations and relevant information on departure taxes. Make sure you carry the proper identification for yourself and any children traveling with you. These documents … [Read more...]

Baby-Proofing tips when you’re travelling

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Traveling with babies is fun and easy, but here are some great things to pack for the safety of your baby. Staying in a hotel or at friends & relatives can be scary with young babies. Don’t worry about being silly, Safety comes FIRST. I found some great uses for everyday products, no matter where we traveled or stayed that didn’t take much space. Duct Tape: You can secure cords together or tape things to the floor for safety. Cover all electrical outlets or air conditioner switches. Duct tape a face cloth over the door … [Read more...]

9 Signs of a Reading Difficulty

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Do you have difficulty reading to your kids? These tips will explain the nine indicators that could signal a reading difficulty. Reading difficulties can spell disaster in schools and increase struggles in the work place.Now, we certainly do not wish to scare you. The good news is, most reading difficulties are fixable. Always remember, the sooner you catch it, the easier it is to fix. The nine indicators that may signal a reading difficulty are as follows: Difficulty with speech and/or hearing at a younger age: If a child has difficulty … [Read more...]

Energy Efficient Tips for your Home

Here are some tips to try around your home. Did you know that if you never run out of hot water, then you’ve probably set your hot water thermostat too high? Set your thermostat between 110 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit(43.3C–48.8C) Microwaves use substantially less energy than ovens. Use one when cooking & reheating items. Defrost your fridge regularly. When ice builds up, your freezer uses more electricity. If it frosts up again quickly, check that the door seals are strong and intact. Keep your freezer at least three quarters … [Read more...]