Thankfully, I have a new generation of toy testers: my adorable nephew! He’s the perfect size for testing out all sorts of toys, and I think he’s starting to warm up to me.
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Hammer Away With A New Toy Tester
Author: Christine
Christine Bellew loves teaching children, playing music and having fun. Her goal is to use playful teaching strategies to make doing hard things as fun as possible for parents and children of all abilities.
Christine and her husband Josh have three children that have provided loads of adventures. Their family has opened their home to serve as foster parents to children with special needs which adds to the adventure.
With a Master’s degree in Early Intervention, Christine started her career providing Early Intervention services as a Special Instructor and Service Coordinator.
Most recently Christine has branched out to teaching piano using creative teaching methods to serve children with a variety of learning needs. Music brings her and her students joy when she makes the learning fun and engaging.
Outside of work Christine enjoys watching Parks and Rec, doing puzzles and reorganizing her piano music.
Back to school and back to homework. Homework can be a huge source of conflict and strong feelings for some families. You may remember having those strong feelings in your own childhood when doing your homework. Maybe you did your homework without a hitch, and don’t understand how to help your child who is now having a hard time with the homework routine. Let’s talk about strategies to make homework time with your child less painful and more conducive to learning.
I found myself telling him to stop and keep his hands to himself all day long. He did NOT understand. He was a sweet boy that tried his hardest, but bless his heart, he would not stop touching everything and everybody.
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Play In The Sand Day Is August 11
The best part? We discovered a new use of the Measure Up Shovel–
Burying your siblings in the sand!
With National Play in the Sand Day coming every year on August 11th, it’s time to start planning your next beach adventure.
In Early Intervention, our job is to find that delicate balance between letting the child explore independently and gently guiding them to the next skill. We can root this “gentle dance” in two foundational learning theories
Every home has its own stuff. Learning how to use what you have to teach babies in their natural environment can be a creative puzzle.
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Good Morning, Baltimore!
We turned the trip into a family vacation, making it a memorable experience for everyone. It was our kids’ first time flying, which was an adventure in itself. We packed our days with museum visits, monument tours, and even a panda encounter at the National Zoo.
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A Farkle-icious Mishap
As we gathered around the table, rolling the dice and strategizing our next move, the tension seemed to melt away. Laughter filled the room as we cheered for lucky rolls and groaned at unfortunate Farkles. It was a simple pleasure, a distraction from our worries.
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Mosaic Mysteries
What I love most about this puzzle is that it’s not just a toy; it’s a piece of art. The wooden pieces feel like luxury, and the neutral colors blend into the room decor. It’s perfect for keeping my hands busy while I’m waiting for dinner or watching TV.
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A Galentine’s Day to Remember
We laughed, we played, and we talked about the joy of childhood. I’m so grateful for these wonderful women who support me.
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