Sammy Spider Pajamarama & Prospective Family Play Date Sunday, March 3rd from 4-5:30pm Bring your child in their PJ’s to meet Sammy Spider author Sylvia Rouss, have her sign a book, play in a bounce house, participate in an art project, and have a pizza snack with them. This is a great opportunity to meet the parents of Adat Ari El ECC, and see why they have such a welcoming community. RSVP to bstrauss@adatariel.org or call 818-766-6379.
Today in History Calendar day Introduce a girl to engineering day http://www.kids-list.com/Blog.aspx?blog=319 National Tortilla Chip Day www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Play and Grow Smart-er Tips Nancy Pyne-Hapke, author of “Play and Grow Smart, A Guide Supporting Brain Development, Birth through Five,” has been giving tips to aid your child’s optimum skill development through proactive neuroscience-based activities every Sunday. These ideas come from scholarly sources to personal interviews, from the internet to periodicals to books. DEVELOPMENTAL SKILL DEFINITION, GROSS MOTOR: coordinating and controlling large muscle movements like throwing underhand and overhand, tossing, hopping, running, kicking, skipping, rolling and so on using agility and balance. THE CRITICAL WINDOW during which the circuits of the brain are being most heavily wired for Gross Motor is prenatal – 5 years old. The more opportunity children have to experience gross motor activities during this ‘window of opportunity,’ the more efficiently their brains will work over the long run. When bodies are moving, mouths are talking, and hands are touching objects, children learn best! SOME GROSS MOTOR DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING TOOLS (toys and other objects): * toys that require one to kick, pick up, catch, march or some other gross physical activity during operation * push or pull toys * balls * items that require rolling, steering, tossing * play structures * jump ropes * brooms, shovels * construction or building toys that involve hammering or launching * small but strong garden tools * racing sets * sports equipment A FEW GROSS MOTOR TIDBITS: * KINDERGARTENER IS READY to start gymnastic activities. * ENCOURAGE “Follow the Leader” involving skipping, hopping, jumping, dancing, tiptoeing, marching (to music, as the regularness of the beat supports cross-brain stimulation). * PLAY WHOLE-BODY GAMES that teach left and right directions, like Hokey-Pokey, Looby-Loo, Simon Says. Next week – Social/Emotional, Pt 1. Email msmarm@roadrunner.com
Aquatic Safety Instruction, LLC Learning to Swim is not enough, Learning to Survive is Everything™® Small class sizes. Swim team prep in a 25yd pool, endurance Tween and adult, Parent/tot Serene private atmosphere, experienced credentialed instructor. Mention this ad receive 20% off Lifeguard services Plus, get a free lesson when you refer a friend. Providers for the American Red Cross, meeting the toughest standards, YOURS. Read our reviews, over 1500 students have obtained the gift of water safety Serving the LA/SFV since 1978 www.aquaticsafetyinstruction.org
This PhotoBook App is SOOOOO cool!
Best Sports Classes around for ages 3-9
A Minute for Kids: Social Media and Your Child
Run Around Betties Convenient, affordable, personal assistance for your home, office, and life. In these busy over-scheduled times, their goal is to make finding the help you need easy and stress-free! WHAT CAN A BETTY DO FOR YOU? Run Errands * Provide Office Support * Organize that Closet * Pick Up the Kids * Stock the Fridge…and MUCH More! Screened, background-checked & insured Betties are ready to help! Call 818.981.3398 or email betty@runaroundbetties.com – Relax, they’ve got your back!
Make Your Own Vans – Custom – So cool! http://shop.vans.com/catalog/Vans/en_US/category/custom-shoes.html
Smart Dogs Training Academy Send your dog to school too! Jeff Todd with Smart Dogs will train your dog, then coach you on how to handle and raise it without all of the headaches. He has 20 years of experience helping owners and their families successfully own “smart dogs”. With Jeff you’ll learn positive, reliable, and safe methods that teach your dog the most useful commands in everyday life. To schedule a consultation, contact Jeff at (818) 371-1231 or jeff@smartdogsdogtraining.com.
Learn to Play Guitar Over 40 years experience performing and teaching: Kids and Adults, Beginner and Experienced-Electric, Acoustic and Classical. Learn Chords and Songs. Learn To Read Music and Understand Harmony. Very Reasonable Rates. Classically trained musician with performing and teaching expertise in a variety of popular styles. Flexible scheduling in your home. Contact Chris Volak at (818) 815-1377 or chrisvolak@socal.rr.com.
A pen that can draw in the air? Create a real 3-dimensional object just by scribbling, tracing or drawing in the air with a hand-held 3D printing pen – it extrudes plastic which solidifies into a strong stable structure. The creative opportunities are endless. http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1351910088/3doodler-the-worlds-first-3d-printing-pen?ref=live
Parental Stress Can Be Toxic To Children http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2013/02/23/parental-stress-can-be-toxic-to-children/
BULLY It follows five kids and families over the course of a school year giving an intimate glimpse into bullying at schools and offering insight as teachers, administrators and parents struggle to find answers.The BULLY Project’s 1 Million Kids initiative, provides opportunities for middle and high school communities all across America to experience BULLY.
Snow Day in Palm Springs http://redtri.com/los-angeles-kids/a-socal-kids-snow-day
Video Games Affect the Brain-for Better and Worse http://www.dana.org/news/cerebrum/detail.aspx?id=22800
Edible Arrangements Their mission is simply to WOW you! They live by this mission statement every day to ensure that they WOW each and every Edible Arrangements customer. Edible Arrangements has a fresh fruit arrangement to make any occasion special – from birthdays, anniversaries and congratulations to business events and client gifts. It truly makes a WONDERFUL present and from my personal experience, the customer service is terrific!
Awesome Children’s Book for Working Mothers with Young Children Mommy Brings Home the Bacon, written by working mother Nikki Mark is perfect for children ages 3 to 7. The book addresses a child’s appreciation for a working mother in a lighthearted manner, and is a powerful tool to help working mothers discuss an emotional topic with their children. All working mothers and their children will relate to this sweet and whimsical story. To learn more visit www.mommybringshomethebacon.com.
New Leash On Life A 501 (c) 3 non-profit, no-kill animal rescue organization which rescues dogs from county/city shelters, rehabilitates/trains them as necessary, and adopts them out to loving families. NLOL also has a program called Lend a Paw, which takes some of the rescued dogs and trains them to be Social/Therapy dogs to help people in need. Individuals are also invited to join the LAP team with their own personal dogs if the dogs have the required obedience and temperament for therapy work. To learn more about New Leash on Life and Lend A Paw, visit www.newleash.org.
Make It Mine Parties
Vaccines are the most effective way to protect children, teens, adults and seniors against serious disease They also help stop the spread of highly contagious disease in our schools and community, like whooping cough and the flu. It’s easy to find out which vaccines are right for you or your loved ones by calling your doctor or clinic. But for everyone’s health and well-being, don’t wait.
GO!screen is not your typical sunscreen company They are two moms who love to be outdoors with their families but dreaded the daily sunscreen battle with their kids. It was sheer necessity that brought about this formula and now they want to share it with everyone!
Butterfly Towel – A unique combination of towel and apron
“The Royale” At the Kirk Douglas Theatre April 28th-June 2nd Set in the boxing world of the early 1900s, Jay “The Sport” Jackson has talent and confidence and wants what he feels is owed to him: a shot at the championship. Even though blacks were not offered bouts with white boxers, Jay wants to be the first African American crowned undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, and is pushing hard to have that dream realized, no matter the consequences.”The Royale” is loosely inspired by the story of Jack Johnson, who was the first African American sports icon, and whose reign as the world heavyweight champion lasted from 1908 to 1915. http://www.centertheatregroup.org/tickets/2013/The-Royale/
GagBagz – Morning Sickness Survival One of the most comprehensive websites focusing exclusively on morning sickness is a brilliant resource, including anti-morning sickness survival kits and stylish, unique barf bags. With exclusive goods, content and advice for those that suffer, GagBagz provides indispensable assistance to those in need and make for a perfect gift. Their mission is to help heal, uplift, and inspire. You can follow GagBagz both on Twitter and Facebook.
Fun Things To Do At Home http://dailycandy.com/everywhere/flipbook/97079/Fun-Things
Life Coach specializing in family dynamics Life Coach JoAnn Frons has been working with families for over 20 years. JoAnn is not only a certified life coach, but also a certified early childhood educator. If you feel like you are always yelling at your kids, or need help setting limits or if you as the mom just need some good suggestions then call JoAnn and get the tools you need to be a better person, mom and family. Stop the chaos in your life and get back on track. Call JoAnn at 818-825-5162.
How About a Nail Artist For Your Daughter’s Next Birthday?
Make Ahead Meals http://www.parents.com/recipes/tips/howto/make-ahead-meal-plan/
Aggression, hitting, and biting http://www.babycenter.com/0_aggression-hitting-and-biting_11550.bc?intcmp=Nav_HP_Hero2
25 Things Every Dad Should Teach His Kid http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/20/advice-from-dads
Author Bridget Straub is offering free downloads of her new novel, The Salacious Marny Ottwiler Today, Feb. 24th thru midnight It’s a tongue-in-cheek look at love, life and the career of an author. You’ll laugh for sure, and hopefully you will help to generate new sales, especially if you are inspired to give it a good review. Also, if you could hit the “like” button, that would be awesome! Rumor has it that Amazon takes notice of authors once they get over 50 likes and it’s in the 30s right now.
Best parenting tips on potty training, sleep, sex after kids and more http://www.parenting.com/article/parenting-advice?lnk=hp&loc=horiz1
Bodywork/Energy Healing Sally Hayes studied Clinical Sports Massage at the Atlanta School of Massage in 1998-99, meditation through Agape University of Transformational Studies and Leadership, is Certified in the Silva Meditation method, and completed the Energy Healing Practitioner program at the Lionheart Institute in Los Angeles. She is committed to creating healing sessions by meeting you where you are on your personal journey to wellness and guiding you to realize your unique, vibrant, authentic self. $75/session.
Daycare Leads Encino Creative Kids Daycare has a RARE Full Time Infant Spot available (15 months & up) ECK is well known in the SFV for providing a small second home -like feeling for all the children there. They run like a mini-preschool with many hands-on learning activities. They have small group and one-on-one teaching, daily circle time lessons, books, and songs! They also provide lots of art, music, fun science, cooking, and a special fun day weekly! They have toys, swings, climbing, cars, sandbox, ball pit, train table & more. Children move on from the there with great self-esteem! AND Your Little Nest-Beverly Hills/West Hollywood – In home daycare Your Little Nest is a wonderful, unique in home daycare in Beverly Hills/West Hollywood. The owner is a mom who, with the help of her nanny, takes in a few infants/toddlers She makes her home their home. The kids are loved & have such a fun day. Lunch is homemade and organic and provided daily. It is a wonderful place for your babies to be while mom & dad work. One spot is available for March. Email kristina.goldman@christal-radio.com.
How to gain financial freedom and have the time of your life doing it Seeking dynamic, social & business minded individuals willing to work 10-15 hours/week as we launch the SoCal market & expand across the US, Canada & global. The world renowned dermatologist’s who created the multi-billion dollar brand, ProActiv have a new anti-aging skincare line called Rodan + Fields. Voted the #1 anti-aging products from the Today Show & Allure magazine, this business allows flexibility, financial opportunity, fun & friendship and personal & professional growth. 818-585-5744 |
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