221 pages in a 3-ring binder, with tabs. A complete how-to guide to conducting a consciousness-raising simulation for early-childhood development educators, other professionals in the field, and those who serve families of young children with special needs. Simulation materials include a step-by-step description of the simulation exercise, planning tools, pro...
Frequent and regular contact will help you develop a positive relationship with your grandchildren. Visits give you a chance to spend time together—with and without your grandchildren’s parents—getting to know each other’s interests and stories. Planning will help you make the most of your visits with your grandchildren.
Reading is a way to share human experiences. Intergenerational bonds
can be built and strengthened by relating storing to personal experience. Reading also can help develop reading, writing, and speaking skills. Ideally, books match one’s interests, motivation, and reading ability. Here are some considerations when exploring and
choosing books for...
Grandparents give gifts for many different reasons and in many different ways. Some want to honor special occasions and accomplishments with things of value. Some want to encourage their grandchildren to have fun. Others choose gifts that help grandchildren learn about their family or cultural history. Some are satisfied to...
Foster families provide care and support for more than 500,000 foster children in the United States. Foster families, like all families, face conflicts and stresses that demand effective problem solving. This guide outlines some simple ideas for effective problem solving in foster families.
Recently there has been increased interest in the importance of the early years ofa child's life for determining later well-being. There is a window of opportunity to have an impact on the future trajectory of children's lives when they ate young. Research on early brain development, brain physiology, and the...
Some grandparents whose grandchildren live far away are concerned
that they might be missing out on their grandchildren’s everyday
lives and special experiences. But living
far apart doesn’t mean you can’t be close
emotionally. Long-distance grandparenting is a challenge,
yet with careful planning you can be in touch
with your...