tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23101903879811541382024-02-21T01:32:33.290-08:00The SpectrumParenting Support Blog by Kahlon Family ServicesKahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.comBlogger153125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-70618978715036360612016-10-02T14:16:00.004-07:002016-10-02T14:17:32.894-07:00Other Ways To Say "Sorry"<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Actions speak louder than words and as an adult you start to look more at the actions of individuals than their words. Some children do something to hurt another child and all they do is say, “Sorry.” If this becomes automatic and there is no meaning behind the word, what is the purpose of teaching the child to say “Sorry”? So, why are we teaching children to say “Sorry”?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Most children already know what they did was wrong. Requiring the child to acknowledge it by saying “Sorry” while they don’t know how to fix what they just did is not productive. The pressure of this one word can start a negative spiral in the family that no one wants to have in the home. The child will act out more and walk away and isolate himself from everyone while everyone is expecting him to come back and say “Sorry,” which can be the hardest thing for children to say when they already feel bad for what they have done. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">I’m guessing you are thinking, then, what we do instead? Most likely you want to know the child feels some remorse after the behavior and you are searching for a response on your part that could encourage the remorse. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Here are a couple things you can do to help teach the child a different way to do things and at the same time repair the relationship without saying “Sorry”: </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">When you see a child doing something that they shouldn’t be doing, first ask yourself, “Do they know they aren’t supposed to be doing what they are doing”? If you are not sure, you can say “Rewind” and have them try a different way and it might mean that you teach the child what to do that is appropriate. For example, two boys are playing and one boy grabs a toy from the other boy. This is when you would say “Rewind” and model what to do instead of grabbing the toy from the other little boy. Have them try it again using the words you game them. You want to always remember that every moment is a learning opportunity for you and the child. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">2.<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>“Repair”</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">It is really important that there is a repair that takes place after an incident with a child. You want to start teaching the child to start to think of the other person. After an incident occurs wait until the child is calm. This can take a couple hours, so don’t expect a repair to happen right away. If you are lucky, it will! As long as it happens that same day everyone can move on from it. A repair is doing something for someone else, such as getting a cup of water for the person they hurt. Or checking in to see how they are feeling. Those are more powerful than saying “Sorry” and helps the child to think of how the other child is feeling. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Actions speak louder than words and as an adult you start to look more at the actions of individuals than their words. Some children do something to hurt another child and all they do is say, “Sorry.” If this becomes automatic and there is no meaning behind the word, what is the purpose of teaching the child to say “Sorry”? So, why are we teaching children to say “Sorry”?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Most children already know what they did was wrong. Requiring the child to acknowledge it by saying “Sorry” while they don’t know how to fix what they just did is not productive. The pressure of this one word can start a negative spiral in the family that no one wants to have in the home. The child will act out more and walk away and isolate himself from everyone while everyone is expecting him to come back and say “Sorry,” which can be the hardest thing for children to say when they already feel bad for what they have done. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">I’m guessing you are thinking, then, what we do instead? Most likely you want to know the child feels some remorse after the behavior and you are searching for a response on your part that could encourage the remorse. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Here are a couple things you can do to help teach the child a different way to do things and at the same time repair the relationship without saying “Sorry”: </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">When you see a child doing something that they shouldn’t be doing, first ask yourself, “Do they know they aren’t supposed to be doing what they are doing”? If you are not sure, you can say “Rewind” and have them try a different way and it might mean that you teach the child what to do that is appropriate. For example, two boys are playing and one boy grabs a toy from the other boy. This is when you would say “Rewind” and model what to do instead of grabbing the toy from the other little boy. Have them try it again using the words you game them. You want to always remember that every moment is a learning opportunity for you and the child. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">It is really important that there is a repair that takes place after an incident with a child. You want to start teaching the child to start to think of the other person. After an incident occurs wait until the child is calm. This can take a couple hours, so don’t expect a repair to happen right away. If you are lucky, it will! As long as it happens that same day everyone can move on from it. A repair is doing something for someone else, such as getting a cup of water for the person they hurt. Or checking in to see how they are feeling. Those are more powerful than saying “Sorry” and helps the child to think of how the other child is feeling. </span></div>
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classroom or at home, you can have a lot of fun teaching these new skills with
these two concepts. Have fun and smile while doing it even when you are
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When a child is in the wrong environment, it is easy to
think that the child is extremely disruptive and has a behavioral issue.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have you every stopped and wondered if
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it is a lot harder to have the one-on-one interactions that are needed. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There may be too many children in the
same room for some children to process for themselves.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Imagine you have to listen to the
teacher’s instructions while the child next to you is yelling for a toy, and on
the other side you have a child banging his blocks while screaming at another
child to leave him alone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can
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For some children it is too much to process, so they might
hide under a desk or find a place that is quiet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But wait! What if the child has to be in one area in the
classroom while the area that will help him/her to self-regulate is closed off,
but still the child goes to that area? <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The teacher will approach and ask the child to move.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At this point the child has hands
covering ears and is kicking and telling the teacher, “No.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No other words can come out since
the child can’t come up with the words to tell the teacher that it is too loud.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Or maybe the child doesn’t have the
language to state why he/she is feeling overwhelmed. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is this a behavioral child?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is
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Understa<a href="" name="_GoBack"></a>nding that children process
things differently is the first step for an educator to help this child.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Every child is different and will need
different tools to get through the day. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Ways to help a child in the classroom is to have a designated
area for breaks when things start to become overwhelming.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have the child learn the word “Break”
so he/she can start to ask for one when needed. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you see that the child is covering ears, see if you can
change how loud it is in the classroom or better yet have noise cancelling<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>head phones ready to go.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just these simple steps can help children
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-89497032514338951912016-06-09T12:58:00.002-07:002016-06-09T12:58:49.093-07:00How to Get Through a Meltdown<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Meltdowns are part of life for people with developmental delays. You know what it's like that moment before the meltdown starts; you know the triggers, you see the frustration on your child's face, you hear the noises they make before the storm begins. Then it happens - they yell, they cry, they throw things, they hurt themselves and others. You feel your anxiety levels amp up, because you know that you are the person who needs to help them through it, yet you feel as though there's nothing you can do.<br />
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While this might not help every situation, we have developed a few ways in which you can bare through the mighty meltdowns in your family:<br />
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<b>(1) Catch the triggers and prevent</b><br />
Prevention is better than cure. Can you alter the environment to avoid typical frustrations? Can you catch the early signs (e.g. noises, mannerisms) and remove the child from the situation?<br />
<b><br /></b><b>(2) Retreat</b><br />
Go somewhere quiet - especially if you are in public. There's nothing worse than the stares of strangers, judging you without knowing the full story. Find a quiet corner in the mall, beeline back to the car, find a vacant bedroom when you're at somebody's house. Just go somewhere quiet.<br />
<b><br /></b><b>(3) Prioritize safety and damage control </b><br />
This might be a good time for a "bear hug". Hold your child close, to avoid them hurting themselves or others. What can you do to help your child stay safe, and not regret their actions later on?<br />
<b><br /></b><b>(4) Sit and wait - then wait some more</b><br />
Once your child seems to be calming down, don't start talking. Wait far longer than you think they'll need. Test the waters by asking something - if they start yelling again, they're not ready. Wait again. Once your child can talk without losing control of their body, then move to the next phase.<br />
<b><br /></b><b>(5) Explain</b><br />
When the coast is clear, explain the situation with empathy. Acknowledge how the child felt, while helping them to understand why they can't have what they want.<br />
<b><br /></b><b>(6) Fast forgiveness</b><br />
Decide to forgive quickly. You will not feel like it, but make a rule that you won't bring it up again. Leave it, and move on.<br />
<b><br /></b><b>(7) Affectionate response</b><br />
The first action of forgiveness, is to give your child something positive. A word of affirmation, a hug, read a story and cuddle, or share a meal together. As the adult, your job is to show unconditional love. You are not affirming "bad behavior" - remember, you dealt with the behavior - now you're affirming the child.<br />
<b><br /></b><b>(8) Repair</b><br />
Avoid asking your child to say, "Sorry," to someone when you know it's not a heartfelt apology. Instead, focus more on repairing the situation. If your child needs to make an apology of action to another person, have them "fix" what was broken. If it means physically fixing an item they broke, give them some tape and let them fix it. If it's giving ice to someone who is hurt, show them to the freezer and have them wrap it in paper towel. Remember - the repair is not for you, or even the other party. You are showing your child how to make "right" the wrongs in their life. This is a powerful life lesson.<br />
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-88143650744449247882016-06-02T13:49:00.002-07:002016-06-02T13:49:54.330-07:00Summer Camp is Coming!<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 18.6667px; text-align: -webkit-center;">
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We are excited to announce that the KFS Summer camp is just around the corner! This year we will be offering both Lower and Upper Elementary camps. This camp will be individualized to meet your children exactly where they're 'at' in life. Both groups will be packed with activity, adventure and the unique personal growth that comes from learning to be part of a group.</div>
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The camp will focus on the experiences our children need to navigate life at their level. We focus on school recess skills, as well as developing ways to be an active participant in the classroom. For some children, we pay attention to the physical activity component of recess games, whereas for others, we focus on keeping recess games fun and fair. KFS Summer Camp is fully devoted to customizing each camp to the needs of the children who attend.</div>
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Through a range of activities, such as; cooking, crafts, grocery shopping, hiking, animal care and imaginative play, we work on developing life skills. Learning how to take turns, stop something when they're asked, take care of others, advocate for themselves and learning tools for self regulation are all part of what we set out to achieve.</div>
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This schedule is just an outline, every day is slightly different. One day per week, we run a cooking class - giving the kids a chance to see a recipe through from idea to completion. They vote on what to make, then create a shopping list and we go to the grocery store as a team. After finding the ingredients, they make the meal in the kitchen and serve it to each other. We also typically have a beach day, where we learn the skills of taking public transit and the time management to fit our activities in within our schedule. Oh - did we forget to mention sandcastles? Beach day is a great time to throw off all this serious business and have some fun!</div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-64371495946262076492016-05-04T18:38:00.000-07:002016-05-04T18:38:56.814-07:00To Chore, or Not to Chore?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Many parents are divided on whether or not to assign chores to their growing children. We believe the key to having kids help around the house lies with assigning age-appropriate tasks. This week we have a list of Pros and Cons when it comes to dividing up household responsibilities.<br />
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If your children have grown up without having specific responsibilities in the house, it's likely that there will be some pushback when you ask them to start helping. With multiple children, try writing out a list of what needs to be done and each child can take turns choosing their task until they're all allocated. You could also rotate tasks every week, or "sell" older kids on specific jobs based on their competence as the oldest. Stand your ground when you've established an expectation - responsibility first, then fun. </div>
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Isn't that how adult life (should) work? Set your kids up for success by assigning responsibilities early on.<br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">For me when a child is happy, feeling safe physically and emotionally, that is when learning will take place. Everyone pushes academics first but what about the social emotional state of the child? When a child is under the desk or walks out of class whenever he/she are feeling overwhelmed and the adults around him/her are still pushing for the child to sit, pay attention, and stop fidgeting so the teachers can finish the lesson plan, what are we doing as educators to help every child understand what is happening with their body?</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Sometimes it is just as important for educators to “Stop”, “Listen”, & “Wait” for the child to come back into his/her own body to proceed. Talk to the child about what is bothering him/her. You might be surprised that the child will tell you what is bothering them so it is our job as educators to “Listen” and see what WE can change for the child to help them learn. The child being heard is the first step for the child to feel safe in any setting. The child might say that he/she need a “Break” so having a break area can be the first step this child will need to learn. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">In the classroom, having jobs for the child so he/she starts to feel good about himself/herself is key. Maybe the child will need to put paper in the printer or take out the trash. When a child is feeling part of the classroom you will see a change in behavior. They might be the first person to raise their hand for a job, where before he/she would never raise a hand. The child will see himself/herself in a positive light, which will then increase his/her self-esteem. As the child’s self esteem increases they are most likely to take more risks in their learning environment such as reading out loud if that was an issue at one time or answering a question that is stated to the group. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">"I hate you! You are
the worst mother in the world"-screams a 6 year old Jack after you
informed him that he may not continue his video game until his one daily
household chore is done. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">What do you do? Do you
retort, your blood pressure rising, " Do not talk to me this way, young
man, or you will be grounded for one week"......or perhaps try one of the
more effective one-liners: " Well, you’ll better get used to me, I am the
only mother you will ever have" and then calmly and with a smile on your
face disconnect or confiscate the device and exit.</span><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Having a menu of effective
one-liners can protect us from losing our cool and giving our child the power
to rattle our emotions. And when we are cool and collected, we can turn even
the most difficult parenting into truly teachable moments.</span><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Here are some examples:</span><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Your child is arguing with
you and won't stop, following you from one room to another.</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"> Do you argue back, plead, try winning the argument, scream with
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Why not pull out a more effective one
liner: "I love you too much to argue with you" and then promptly exit
(to a safe time out place somewhere in the house). </span><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">When your child is
screaming at you" It's not fair", try saying " Who's ever told
you that things in life are fair"</span><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"> </span><br />
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">When your child announces
that she is packing her suitcase and leaving, try saying" That would be a
mistake. I know you can make good decisions. Let me know how I can help."</span><br />
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">When your child has done
something that needs a consequence but you are yet no sure what that
consequence should be, try saying" Bummer. How sad for you. I am going to
think about what consequence is appropriate and get back to you. And you do
some thinking, too"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">When your child is trying
to disrupt a family event by running around wildly and screaming on top of his
lungs, try saying: " It looks like you have something to say. Let me know
when you are ready to talk in a regular voice so I can listen".</span><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;">When we meet our child's
anger with anger, we are feeding them a diet of negative attention and emotion,
which is exhausting for both children and adults and greatly ineffective. So,
have your one liners ready and pull them out at the right times. And enjoy
increased cooperation and respectful behavior in your family.</span><span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-67329577668560868342016-03-23T16:30:00.001-07:002016-03-23T16:30:57.572-07:00Thank You for attending KFS Open House <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">From our whole team at KFS we THANK YOU all for attending our KFS School Open House on February 28th, we enjoyed every minute of it! It was amazing to have the whole community and families come together and meeting all our parents, family members and children having the opportunity to share the learning that goes on in the classroom and get a glance of what we do everyday. We hope that it was informative, as well as fun for you as all learning should always be! We are looking forward to a productive partnership with our community to ensure our children can achieve their highest potential.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><u></u><u></u></span></div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-32188204349079228242016-02-23T10:01:00.002-08:002016-03-02T12:02:48.710-08:00Featured Blog: "Inclusion: We Need Your Help!" by Heather Avis <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>Through the wonderful world of Instagram, Heather Avis has become a 'favorite faraway friend' of Kahlon Family Services. The Avis Family is made of Josh, Heather and their three kids (left to right) August, Truly and Macyn. Josh and Heather's lives became so much brighter when they adopted Macyn seven years ago - a tiny baby with Down Syndrome, who needed an oxygen tank to breathe. They adopted Truly Star three years later, and two years ago the Avis family added August (who also has Down Syndrome) to their clan. They live happily, and healthily in Los Angeles, California. </i><br />
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Did you know the majority of schools in the United States are still segregated? That's right. Go into your child's school and ask them where they put the kids with special needs. I bet ya $2 it's in some back room, towards the end of a hallway or in a corner somewhere. (Today I heard about a friend whose daughter has Down Syndrome having a separate entrance! In California! No joke!) And even when this isn't the case, these students are probably still lumped together and given an opportunity to join in with the general population for recess and assemblies (where they continue to "join in" all clumped together ... that is not <i>inclusion </i>my friends.) </div>
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Last year I had a less-than-lovely experience when my daughter Macyn started kindergarten. I, of course, found myself frustrated at the system when "the powers that be" supported and allowed my child to go into a separate classroom. I found myself particularly frustrated when the parents of the typically developing kids had no thoughts whatsoever about the injustice of segregating kids who had special needs.</div>
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I'll give you an example of something that happened when Macy began kindergarten. There were about 10 children in her special education class - most of which had parents who made a fuss about wanting them to be fully included in the general education classes. All of them were told it was not an option. Down the hall, were three or four general education classes, making up approximately 60 students. None of these parents made a fuss about wanting children with special needs included in their class. </div>
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Imagine if parents of typical children understood the value of having children with different abilities included in their child's classroom. Imagine if they stood with the parents of the 10 kids in the corner, in the classroom at the end of the hallway, in the back room somewhere. Within schools, there are so few parents who have children with special needs and most (not all) would like their child to be part of the group. We want our kids to be wanted and valued - not <i>tolerated</i> or <i>allowed </i>to be included because we showed up to school with a lawyer. </div>
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(Side note: I know not all parents want their child to be fully included within their school. Some children with different abilities need a setting that can only be accessed through a special program. Those children who need a special setting should be given one. I do believe that when done well, I repeat <b>done well</b>, full inclusion is best for all. But there are always some exceptions.) </div>
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In my experience as a parent of two children with Down Syndrome, I have found that many parents of typically developing kids are unaware of the situation with inclusion in schools. When my friends have come to understand the fight parents of children with differences are fighting, they are quick to get behind the cause. After a friend heard my rant about this, she suggested that I create a form letter that parents of typical kids can use to tell schools that they'd like their child to have the opportunity to get to know a child with differences - in their classroom. </div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I am writing this letter because I would like to participate in any way to make an inclusive school a possibility!</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I believe my child’s education and potential for success as an adult are being compromised when differently abled children are placed in “special” classes, rather than being placed in my child’s class with the proper supports.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I know you care deeply for the well being and education of all the students at this school. I hope you will hear my concerns and we can think of ways to address these concerns so that students of all abilities have the opportunity to learn from each other and to learn together.</span></i></div>
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If you would like to contact Heather directly, drop her a comment on her blog - <a href="http://th3luckyfew.blogspot.com/p/contact.html">The Lucky Few</a>. </div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-10999729359918453022016-02-17T09:35:00.000-08:002016-02-17T09:35:13.032-08:004 Phrases to Cut From Your Vocabulary <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>(1) Good Boy/Good Girl </b><br />
We always separate behavior from person, which pushes "good" boy/girl straight out of our vocabulary. Apart from our company's decision not to say this phrase, we just generally think it is a confusing statement. This kind of phrase is built on your conditional, fleeting feelings about the child's current state.<br />
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Anyone who has ever told a child to stop crying knows that this is the least effective way to have your child actually regulate after something upsetting has happened. Whether they're crying for a "good reason," in the throes of a tantrum, crying about something you think is ridiculous, or otherwise - please don't say, "Stop Crying." Sometimes crying isn't voluntary, and we also don't want to be in the habit of saying that crying is a bad thing to do. There is a time and place for emotional expression, so in time we can focus on redirecting children towards something more appropriate.<br />
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<u>Try replacing with</u>: Suggesting the child take a couple of deep breaths, offering to go with your child to help wash their face, redirecting attention to something different, offering a hug or time alone. <br />
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"Nice" is a super arbitrary state of being. What does that even mean, and how does it change with the context? Very young children may have difficulty understanding what you want from them. Be specific, and let them know what kinds of behaviors are preferable. The funny thing about us adults is that we usually label behaviors when kids<i> aren't </i>doing them right - think about when you might say, "Be gentle." To be honest, it's probably when a child isn't being particularly gentle.<br />
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<u>Try replacing with:</u> labeling "nice" behaviors in real time for context (e.g. You're being so gentle/kind/generous right now when you share/take turns etc.), model what you expect from your kids, specifically saying, "I'd like you to share right now, because ... etc."<br />
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Empty apologies do more harm than good, especially with children who frequently exhibit unsafe behaviors. Simply saying sorry is, in our opinion, not a heartfelt apology. Moving towards apologies of action will help your child to understand what reparation means, understand cause and effect thinking, as well as feeling better about their ability to be forgiven.<br />
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<u>Try replacing with:</u> fixing what has been broken, writing/drawing an apology, replacing something, helping someone who has been hurt by getting ice or a band aid. </div>
Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-88483956904632136022016-02-03T10:30:00.000-08:002016-02-03T10:36:34.398-08:003 Unconventional Ways to Link Home and School <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>(1) Generalize - Don't Compartmentalize</b><br />
One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a parent is separating home life and school learning. The best way to link the content that young children are receiving at school with your life at home is to incorporate emerging literacy and numeracy skills into your daily activities. Celebrate with early readers as they begin to decode street signs and menus. Play games where you count things - adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing are all things we do every day. Count bananas per bunch, line up your trail mix in rows, or divide a pack of Skittles into piles according to their colors. Baking incorporates measurement with executive functions, with tasty rewards at the end.<br />
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The more you volunteer at your young child's school, the more you know about their curriculum content. Go on field trips, offer to talk to the class about something on which you are an expert, bake for the bake sale - be part of the school community. By modeling involvement, you are showing your child that being part of a wider group isn't just a <i>school </i>or <i>kid</i> thing. Being an active member of society is a lifelong skill that brings joy, complication, support and meaning to our lives. Involvement with groups can be frustrating at every age, but being part of a community is a core part of healthy living.<br />
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What can your child teach you? Chances are, they will learn things that you never learned at school. Even if you know everything there is to know, let your child be an expert for a moment. When you have the opportunity to explain a concept to another person, you deepen your understanding of the concept itself. Listen to what they have to say, and affirm them by saying things like, "I can see you really understand that," or, "I can tell that you have been paying attention in class." By validating your children's effort you solidify their identity as a learner.<br />
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-58631082924348123022016-01-19T10:18:00.000-08:002016-01-19T10:18:18.895-08:005 Ways To Be More Available <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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If you're concerned that your child is acting out to get your attention, take a moment to think about this question: <i>How available are you? </i>They might be telling you in a very roundabout way that they feel invisible most of the time, and you're always available when things go wrong. Don't be damage control, be available - and here's how.<br />
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What do you do with yourself every day? You are probably really, really busy making sure everything gets done before the day is done. Take an honest look at how you're using your day, and decide whether or not you're using your time well. There might be pockets of time where you can actually rest, or a way to rearrange your time so that you can have more focused time with your partner and kids. </div>
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We have a friend who lost her phone for a whole week, only to find out later on that her four-year-old son hid it. Ordinarily, she would have been mad at him - then she realized that he was telling her what his words couldn't express. She was obsessed with her phone and it was taking her mind away from the moment. She did something radical for this era, and got herself an old fashioned flip phone. You don't have to be as drastic as this Mom, but be aware of how many "perfect" photos you're taking of time spent with your child vs. how much time you're spending with undivided attention. Instagram likes don't mean a thing to your kids. </div>
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Ten minutes isn't a long time, right? Setting aside ten minutes per day of undivided attention for your child is a small, but incredibly valuable investment. Play... just play. Set agendas aside and enjoy getting to know what is going on in your child's mind. Read a story or two on the couch. Watch a short episode of a silly kids' show with your child. Have you ever had a hard time with your child getting out of bed a thousand times before falling asleep? This is a frustrating problem, with many possible causes - one of which is a desire for your undivided attention. Decide ahead of time that the laundry can wait, the phone can be put aside and the dishes will be fine for ten more minutes. Put in quality time, and you'll be surprised how much more productive you can be once your child's needs are met. </div>
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If you are sad that your baby is now a child, or constantly frazzled about the idea of keeping order in your house, you'll miss the moment. Strive to understand the value of moments as they are passing. Soon your child will be your teenager, and you'll only have memories of the person they are right now. What is the most important thing? That will drive how you use your time. </div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-33263176286725506202016-01-06T11:32:00.001-08:002016-01-06T11:32:22.612-08:005 Parenting Books to Save You From Sinking <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This book is all about ditching labels, and understanding why some children find themselves addicted to negative behaviors. At the core of <i>The</i> <i>Nurtured Heart Approach </i>is the idea that giving our most animated responses to positive behaviors will increase the likelihood of the child forming more productive behavioral habits. One of the greatest parts of this book is the acknowledgement that many mainstream parenting ideas fall flat with certain kids, because they respond so differently to typically developing children. If you've <b>tried everything</b> - this is the book for you. </div>
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This book might just save you from losing your mind. If meltdowns are a daily thing in your household and you feel like you're close to the edge of what you can handle, please read this. </div>
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This week on The Spectrum, we are talking to Meg Warren -
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>(1) What inspired you to create your business, Key to Kids? </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The amazing course that I attended as a young Mom, "How to Talk so Kids Listen."<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Its facilitator
engaged me from the instant it commenced - so much so that when I returned to
teaching after maternity leave I kept in contact with her as a
educational/behavioral mentor.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She
retired from the course in 2013 and supported me in becoming a facilitator in
her place.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I feel passionate about these
skills and feel the need to share them with anyone who works/lives with kids -
it changed my life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>(2) Why did you see a need for adults to communicate
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I guess since learning these new skills it's opened my eyes
to the fact that as adults we don't listen to our kids - I mean REALLY
listen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Unless we acknowledge their
feelings and give them our time - away from iPhones/laptops/TVs - children will
carry the burden of their unhappiness and this will get in the way of their
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white;"><i>Meg knows that family life doesn't * always * go to plan. </i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>(4) How have your children responded to a changed approach
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Well my kids have been spoken to in this way since they were
very young so they don't notice the difference!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>But parents who do the course say their kids can sometimes be skeptical
about a change in the way their parents handle things!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But often it's for the better - like they
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>(5) What is one piece of advice you'd like to offer to
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alone and there are different things they can try to make their household a
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<b>(1) Kodiak Power Cakes </b><br />
A box of this mix will keep your family powered in many ways. Packed with whey protein, transform this box into tasty muffins, pancakes or waffles. Great for weekends, or make muffins in advance for weekdays.<br />
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<b>(2) Scrambled Eggs </b><br />
An oldie but a goody. Serve with buttered toast.<br />
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<b>(3) Oatmeal </b><br />
Oatmeal is a blank canvas! Dress it up with fresh or dried fruits, maple, honey, agave, nuts, nut butters, trail mix and even some chunks of semi-sweet chocolate for a treat.<br />
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<b>(4) Greek Yogurt </b><br />
The high protein content of Greek Yogurt will keep your child present and focused at school. Watch the sugar, though. Alternatively, buy plain and add your own sweetener.<br />
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<b>(5) Smoothie </b><br />
You can add anything but the kitchen sink! Try a protein powder like <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Amazing-Grass-SuperFood-Outrageous-Chocolate/dp/B0038B38BQ/ref=pd_sim_325_4/175-6373645-8415312?ie=UTF8&refRID=0WP26448VVRR5WZ3TRGX&dpID=41k33vwTR7L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR84%2C160_">Amazing Grass</a> for a full profile of nutrients.<br />
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<b>(6) Toast with Nut Butter </b><br />
Whole grain bread with almond butter and agave, peanut butter and jelly or even sun butter and marmalade. It's your toast, so go nuts (get it?!)<br />
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<b>(7) Egg Muffins </b><br />
Not the English kind - think more like<a href="http://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Gluten-Free-Turkey-Sausage-Egg-Muffin-30839677"> these</a>.<br />
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<b>(8) Kashi Go-Lean Cereal </b><br />
As much protein as an egg, for those kids who hate eggs.<br />
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<b>(9) Toad in a Hole </b><br />
Cut a circle out of a buttered piece of bread, put it in the fry pan. Crack an egg in the hole, flip, eat.<br />
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<b>(10) Baked Beans on Toast </b><br />
Simply open a can of baked beans and heat on the stove. Make some toast. Enjoy 14g of protein and fiber.<br />
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-4008713660833319462015-11-11T11:43:00.000-08:002015-11-11T11:43:26.607-08:0010 Sensory Activities for Toddlers <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>(1) Sorting Objects </b><br />
"Sorting" is a great activity for building all kinds of tactile, decision making and mathematic skills. Give your kids a bin full of small erasers, figurines, 3D shapes, or any small object - and watch as they use their senses and preferences to put them into groups.<br />
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<b>(2) Painting </b><br />
Forget the smock, strip your kids down to their diaper/underwear and let painting become a sensory experience. Lay out a large piece of paper on the grass, use non-toxic paint and have a hose and towel ready for the aftermath.<br />
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<b>(3) Play Doh </b><br />
Make it yourself using <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Cook-Play-Dough/">this simple recipe </a>. Go ahead and add essential oils, glitter, beads, popsicle sticks and googly eyes. Watch that small pieces don't end up in their mouths, noses, ears...<br />
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<b>(4) Feely Boxes </b><br />
These work really well for preschoolers, but who is to say your toddler won't get a kick out of a feely box too. Basically, cut a hand sized hole in a box and put a small, textured item in the box. The game is based around guessing what the item is, based on how it feels. Click <a href="http://more.ppld.org:8080/kids/grownups/growareader/itsamystery.pdf">here</a> for an example.<br />
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<b>(5) Olfactory Station </b><br />
Set up some safe mystery smells and see how your toddler reacts. Will they screw up their face, or try to eat it? Smelling food can also demystify some tastes for fussy toddlers.<br />
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<b>(6) Beans and Rice </b><br />
Fill a bin with dry beans and rice, add a cup as a shovel. You have a new toy!<br />
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<b>(7) Sand Play </b><br />
At home, at the beach, at day care - wherever there is sand - play with it! Some children have a real aversion to the texture of sand, so play with it as much as possible.<br />
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<b>(8) Water Play </b><br />
We are experiencing a severe drought in California, so think of water play ideas that use less H20 but give maximum enjoyment.<br />
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<b>(9) Cooking </b><br />
Bake some cookies, whip up some muffins or find a no-bake recipe that your toddler can enjoy with you. Cooking with very young children is best kept simple, fast and 1:1.<br />
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<b>(10) Tapioca Beads </b><br />
Water beads are great fun to play with, but a hazard for little hands. Tapioca is almost identical, but edible! <a href="http://www.kidsplaybox.com/sensory-activities-edible-water-beads/">Check this out.</a><br />
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At Kahlon Family Services, our staff have not only previously worked in Day Care Centers, but also regularly observe children and teachers in these environments. We realize that not everyone is able to have these kinds of experiences, so we would like to use our knowledge to help point you in the direction that is right for your child.<br />
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Here are some things to look for in a Day Care Center:<br />
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<b>Staff </b><br />
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<li>Do they like being there? (You CAN find day care teachers who love their job!)</li>
<li>Do they have a high turnover rate? (Your child will form an attachment with these people)</li>
<li>How do they talk to the children, and each other? (Is it a generally uplifting place?)</li>
<li>How do they talk <i>about </i>the children and each other? (If you hear people talking behind someone's back, beware) </li>
<li>Do they talk <i>with </i>or <i>at </i>the children? (Barking orders, or having conversation?)</li>
<li>Are there enough adults to do a reasonable job of taking care of the amount of kids? (Ratio)</li>
<li>Are the staff performing practical child care tasks well? (Diapering/toileting, feeding, changing clothes when soiled) </li>
<li>Do they supervise the children attentively? (Or are they talking to each other constantly?)</li>
<li>Are they warm? (Young children really need hugs, comfort and affection) </li>
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<b>Behavior Management</b><br />
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<li>Do they use "good" or "bad" in regular vocabulary? (Teachers should <u>separate behavior from child</u> every time, and avoid saying, "that was bad," "that was naughty" etc. Instead, they should give a reason why certain actions are, or are not, appropriate) </li>
<li>Do they punish kids, or give consequences? (One is unrelated to the inappropriate action of the child, one is a direct result of the behavior. Punishment exerts the power of the adult over the powerlessness of the child, whereas consequences steer a child to make a better choice next time and repair the mistake that has been made) </li>
<li>Do they have too many rules? (We really only ever need 3 rules; be safe, be respectful, stay where you should be)</li>
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<b>Program </b><br />
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<li>Do they try to make it more academic than it needs to be? Or, is it not intellectually stimulating enough for the age group? </li>
<li>Do they expect them to sit still for too long? Or, do they not practice any kind of attention span/self control activities? </li>
<li>Do they have enough toys, materials and equipment? </li>
<li>Are the kids being given a variety of experiences every day, or is it the same thing day after day? </li>
<li>Is it age appropriate? </li>
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<b>Facilities</b><br />
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<li>Is it safe for kids? (All day cares should be technically safe, but look at how items are stored, things left around the place, do they shut the gates etc.) </li>
<li>Is it clean? (They should sweep and mop the floors at least once a day, they should also expect kids to put things back themselves when they are old enough) </li>
<li>Or... is it too clean? (Some baby nurseries require medical grade "booties" over shoes, washed hands and sanitizer to the elbows. If you have an infant there 5 days a week, it's a little too sterile of an environment) </li>
<li>Is there enough space for kids as they grow?</li>
<li>Is there a place for kids to relax in a calm environment, or cool after a meltdown? </li>
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<li>Does the practical day-to-day running of the day care center match the philosophy on which it was built? </li>
<li>Does the philosophy cause programming to be too stifling, or too loose? </li>
<li>Does the philosophy prevent the adults from giving comfort to very young children? (Programs that ask very young children to be very independent can have detrimental effects on a child's trust for their adults) </li>
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Lastly, the biggest indicator of whether or not you have your child in a suitable placement, is the child themselves. Before they can talk, a baby can not tell you if they like day care or if their diaper is being changed enough. You need to rely on your intuition, even when you know they will go through stages of separation anxiety. If you feel like something isn't right with your placement, take the time to try and figure out why. If it seems like a problem with the center itself, it might be worth pursuing other options - maybe even trying a nanny, or nanny share situation. </div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-31694377656757810572015-10-13T12:05:00.000-07:002015-10-14T11:54:02.237-07:006 Best Kids' Shoes without Laces <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>Converse</b><br />
Fantastic for just about everything, Converse All Stars will last your child for months. They come in every color of the rainbow, and are really easy to replace when they wear out or become too small. One drawback is that there isn't a lot of cushiony support for impact during sports - otherwise - these are shoes are amazing.<br />
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<b>Vans</b><br />
Like Converse, these shoes are kid standards. With simple elastic sides, they come in every color and pattern you can think of. They provide more foot support than converse and are a little more sturdy, too.<br />
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<b>Tsukihoshi</b><br />
These shoes are excellently made for growing feet, providing a stable base for running, climbing and general childhood mischief. A favorite in San Francisco, Tsukihoshi shoes are a sensible choice for those concerned about arch support and shoes for sports.<br />
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With an added benefit of being waterproof, Keens are comfort and support rolled into one. They provide spaces for the foot to breathe, helping feet to stay cool, dry and comfortable.<br />
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Let's face it - these shoes look cool. Very easy to put on, supportive for all kinds of sport and activity - they are perfect kid shoes.<br />
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<b>Toms for Kids </b><br />
Not the best for PE or sports, Toms are a great everyday shoe nonetheless. They boast patterns, sparkles and super easy on/off - all with a promise of giving pairs of shoes to people in need.<br />
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-46666054081529692152015-09-29T17:46:00.000-07:002015-09-29T17:46:45.218-07:00Lunch Boxes for Learning <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Now that school is back in full swing, you might be looking for some healthy, convenient and creative lunch box items. This week we have some tips for packing lunches that meet your standards for healthy eating, as well as food that is delicious enough for your kids to devour.<br />
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Here are a few of our suggestions on what to pack, and how to pack it. We hope you're inspired by these ideas!<br />
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(1) <a href="http://www.amazon.com/EasyLunchboxes-3-Compartment-Bento-Containers-Classic/dp/B004S129AQ">Ziplock Bentos </a><br />
For an inexpensive and unassuming lunchbox, $13.95 is an excellent price to pay for four of these guys. Dishwasher safe, with compartments for a main item and two snacks, these boxes are an all-in-one lunch station. Considering how often kids lose their lunch boxes, these might be the way to go. (For a more expensive, but sturdier version, check out the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/PlanetBox-Rover-Lunchbox-Dinosaur-Magnets/dp/B006IVM9VS/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1440981233&sr=1-1&keywords=planetbox">Planet Box</a>)<br />
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- sandwiches (e.g. Deli meat, sunbutter and jam, grilled cheese)<br />
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- wraps<br />
- <u>sides</u>; grapes, dried strawberries, blueberries, cucumber pieces, baby carrots, goldfish, granola chunks etc.<br />
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(2) <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-16-Ounce-Midnight/dp/B0017IFSIS/ref=sr_1_2?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1440981363&sr=1-2&keywords=thermos+food+jar&pebp=1440981385318&perid=19Z4SHYCXJS133198BNP">Thermos Food Jars</a><br />
In order to send your kids to school with something other than a sandwich, Thermos food jars open up new possibilities. Make sure you wash your Thermos thoroughly, and as soon as possible, to avoid it getting nasty.<br />
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<b>What to pack in a Thermos: </b><br />
- soup<br />
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Ziplock Bento Boxes will work excellently with a French Bull Freezable. Most lunch items will taste better when chilled, and lunch bags like this will instantly turn a boring lunch into something a little more appetizing.<br />
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If you have any suggestions to add, comment below!<br />
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-45255065245171799962015-09-15T13:56:00.000-07:002015-09-15T13:56:32.464-07:0010 Morning Routine Hacks <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>(1) Lay out clothes the night before </b><br />
Until your child is ready to choose their own clothes, set some out the night before. When they start choosing for themselves, delegate the job to the child - but still lay them out at night. You can also lay the clothes on a chair, or the floor, the way a person would wear the clothes. For <i>shoes-on</i> households, optimum "getting ready" speed can be achieved by keeping shoes in the child's bedroom.<br />
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<b>(2) Get a good night's sleep</b><br />
Within the bedtime routine, budget for time to wind down. Very young children might need 30 minutes of stories read to them in a dimly lit room after a relaxing bath time. Once the child is a reader, offer to read aloud or have them read independently. Try valerian extract if sleep is a problem. Avoid screens and sugar before bed!<br />
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If you go on to work after dropping the kids at school, you might consider getting up a 30-60min before them. It might feel like you're sacrificing sleep, but having this "me-time" built into the day will provide some pockets of sanity and refreshment. Shower in peace, eat breakfast without having to mediate sibling disagreements, and maybe even see the sun rise with a good book.<br />
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Give your kids enough time to wake up slowly. A 15 minute heads-up might be the difference between getting to school on time or late.<br />
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<b>(5) Checklist!</b><br />
For children struggling with the demands of a morning routine, create a checklist (words for readers, pictures for pre-readers.) Have them get dressed first thing - you're already where the clothes are. Seriously, this will save you 5-10 minutes.<br />
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Wake up, get dressed (inc. shoes), use bathroom, breakfast, plate to sink, wash face/brush teeth/do hair, put lunch in backpack, get in car.<br />
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Most children are really motivated by using a timer. It's a competition against themselves! Write down yesterday's time for getting ready, try to beat it the next day. You'd be surprised at how much time this shaves off your morning routine.<br />
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<b>(7) Responsibility sticker charts </b><br />
Delegate chores and responsibilities to your children, instead of doing everything yourself. Even the youngest children can take their own plates and cups to the sink after meal times. Around 4-5 years old, a child can start packing the plates/cups into the dishwasher or washing it by hand. Around kindergarten age, a child can be expected to make their own bed by pulling up the covers. Older children can be given tasks like; feeding pets, walking the dog, making their own breakfast, packing their own lunch etc.<br />
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<b>(8) Lunch plans </b><br />
If packing lunch the night before leaves your sandwiches soggy, or food less-than-optimal, make a plan so there's no "decision fatigue" as you're packing. Know what's going in those lunch boxes, and rest assured that it's balanced and enough for a day of learning.<br />
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<b>(9) Shoes without laces </b><br />
Parents - teach your kids how to tie laces, by all means! But if you're wanting to get out of the house quickly, make the daily shoe choice one without laces. (Watch for an upcoming blog post on Great Shoes without laces!)<br />
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<b>(10) Incentives </b><br />
What will motivate your child to get ready in a timely manner? Extra play time? Extra Minecraft? Use incentives to make your life easier.<br />
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-42924629789779169762015-09-02T11:40:00.003-07:002015-09-02T11:40:58.976-07:00Keep Calm and Carry On <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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One of the most significant ways that you can help an anxious child is by staying calm. Easier said than done, right? We know that parenting is a tough gig, so we have some tips to make it more realistic to be able to stay calm in the midst of a storm. </div>
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While parents are undoubtedly the most important people in a child's world, it's a good idea to remember that particularly as children grow, the more positive adult influences the better. A well-balanced, positive upbringing isn't marked by parental perfection - it's produced by learning to let go a little every day. Positive childhood experiences are gained when others are involved in the process, taking some weight off of the parents' shoulders and distributing it between others who love your children. You might think your child is too difficult for others to truly love, but we guarantee you that there are adults out there who will build rapport, pursue a relationship and advocate heavily with and for your child. (If you're having trouble finding this, call us on (415) 971-8214 - we're your people!)</div>
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What are you anxious about? Write it down. Break big anxieties into little actions you can take today. You might be snapping at your child (or being super grumpy) about things that have nothing to do with them. </div>
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Are you expecting apples from an orange tree? If your child has Autism, be careful with expectations regarding executive functions and social skills. There's every chance that you're wanting from them what they can't give. Take the pressure off by acknowledging with your child that some things are really difficult because of the way their brain is wired, so you're going to work on it together. </div>
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When your child produces constant back-talk, refuses tasks outright, throws things and completely blows their top - breathe. Resist the urge to yell, and fight back. Remember that you are the model for alternative behavior choices, so having a meltdown about their meltdown will dull your message. Put the responsibility of the behavior back on the child, use natural consequences, insist on repairs when things are broken and most importantly... use a quiet voice!</div>
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If you think your child will react a certain way when you ask them to do something, call it. For example, if you ask them to do their homework, start with, "I know that you're probably going to say no, "That's boring!" or you might feel like yelling when I tell you this, but it's time for homework!" Saying it out loud might just change their reaction, or could even be a little bit funny. Maybe when they're saying something is boring - join them! Find a silly way to attack an ongoing problem, and it may just work!</div>
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If you are having a hard time with your own anxiety levels, it might be worth reaching out for help. If a therapist is out of the question, a regular coffee date with friends might provide some space for adult conversation. </div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-54612877199875255922015-09-01T13:07:00.000-07:002015-09-01T13:09:56.980-07:00Boredom Leads to Creativity <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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What if we told you that letting your kids be bored is not only OK, but actually beneficial to their creative minds? Well, that's our opinion anyway. Leave room for boredom, because that is where some of the most amazing ideas come to fruition.<br />
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Many parents fill every waking moment of their child's life with activity, and most kids would happily spend every waking hour playing games on the iPad or watching Netflix. In the absence of spoon-fed technology solutions or structured activity, what would your child choose to do? They will probably complain that there's nothing to do - but wait it out.<br />
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The most mundane of items can transform into a game when a child is left to their own devices. Business cards become a house of cards, which soon becomes a city. Paper menus from a local restaurant are now paper airplanes, and shoe boxes are their hangars. Large appliance boxes are absolutely priceless when it comes to making projects - they're a car, an animal, a house, a rocket - you name it!<br />
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Technology isn't the enemy, either. Many toys create pathways towards learning how to code or build robotics. How can you maximize your child's experience with technology to enhance their creativity, rather than simply consuming ready made content?<br />
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Leave some gaps, and watch as creativity starts to develop.<br />
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-47051555829104557232015-08-18T12:51:00.000-07:002015-08-18T12:51:53.738-07:00Keeping Up Academics Over Summer<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Summer break is almost through, and you might be wondering if your young child actually remembers how to read, write, spell, add and subtract. Truth be told, most kids regress a little over summer - so don't stress out if that's the case. </div>
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We have a few tips to help keep academics up as <i>Back to School </i>approaches: </div>
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For developing writers (K-1) we recommend providing daily opportunities for them to write their name, and some sentences. As the final two weeks of break come about, increase the workload to what they were capable of producing at the end of the last school year. Most K-1 kids can write anywhere between 1-5 sentences, with the majority of first graders averaging 3 sentences at a time. If you think they are ready, try challenging them to an extra sentence or writing genre. </div>
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Even though your child probably does some/all of their school work on a laptop or iPad, pencil writing is still a necessary skill. It is also the most likely to be lost over the 3 month break, whereas they've probably spent a significant amount of time on technology over summer. Make sure your child is holding the pencil correctly, writing letters top-to-bottom and left-to-right to ensure writing fluency. </div>
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Math work can be made simple, fun and effective when refreshed in a casual way. Grab a pack of Skittles and you've got yourself a math lesson. Sorting, matching, patterns, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions - everything! </div>
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Many children are reluctant to read physical books, considering so much reading education is done on screens. We know they can read screens, but how well can they read a book? Ignite your child's passion for reading by giving them a new book or taking them to the library regularly. Get into the habit of reading to emerging readers daily, and having beginning readers practice aloud for 20 minutes a day. </div>
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Kahlon Family Serviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15934922289890255544noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2310190387981154138.post-36956779369114839462015-07-31T13:46:00.000-07:002015-07-31T13:46:19.953-07:00Why Adults Aren't Into "Playing" <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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There's no denying that children spell <i>love </i>T-I-M-E. While there is infinite value in sitting on the floor, playing an imagination game with your child, we all know that there's very little time in an adult's day for play. We work, make dinner, get the kids bathed, do the fifth load of laundry for the day, make sure there's groceries - the list goes on.<br />
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Are you more likely to sit down and teach math or literacy concepts, rather than play? Probably - because these academic skills are rule based and measurable. <i>Play</i> is just as (if not more) valuable to the learning your young child is experiencing, but the reason it's so difficult is because <i>play</i> is unstructured. Play asks more of your imagination than you're willing to give. Play for adults is... boring.<br />
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How can we learn to enjoy and value playtime with kids?<br />
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<b>(1) Acknowledge within yourself that you don't like it</b><br />
What don't you like? Do your kids get stuck on a game that is uncomfortable or totally uninteresting to you? Are they super into playing with imaginary weapons, and you don't know how to react to that? Are they really into making their toys talk, and you just can't think of anything good to say while in the role of a Barbie? Identify it.<br />
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<b>(2) Balance boundaries and creative liberty </b><br />
Maybe you decide that gun games are off limits for play time with you, or that you won't play on the structure at the playground if other kids are around. It's OK to have personal boundaries - but try to limit how much your personal preferences impact the play time. For a few minutes, stop taking yourself so seriously and let your kids' ideas lead the way.<br />
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<b>(3) Agree on a time limit</b><br />
If you're pressed for time (or can't handle pretending that you love playing for long periods of time) put 10 minutes on your phone timer. Have the timer visible to yourself and the kids, as well as setting an audible alarm so they will know that they have a sense of an actual end to your involvement.<br />
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<b>(4) Play time is play time </b><br />
No checking Facebook. No texting. Don't even think about taking a photo of yourself playing something with your child, writing a caption about how you are playing together and then spending the entire time choosing a filter. Don't do that, guys. Be present.<br />
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<b>(5) Play on the regular </b><br />
Once a day for 10 minutes? Once a week for 10 minutes of focused play per child? What can you do? Like anything, the more you do it the easier it becomes.<br />
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