Positive Parenting Classes starting in Feb.

 
4236 Lindell Blvd., Suite 300 St. Louis, MO  63108 314-531-1412 - 800-467-2322
Celebrating 40 Years of Supporting Children, Families and Quality Education!

  

Contact:

Gerhardt Gern, Administrative Assistant
Child Day Care Association (CDCA)
gerhardt@childcarestl.org
314 531-1412, ext. 66 

When:

Tuesday February 15, 2011 at 6:00 PM
to
Tuesday March 8, 2011 at 8:00 PM 

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Where:

Episcopal Church of the Advent
9373 Garber Rd.
Crestwood, MO 63126 


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Positive Parenting Class
Four consecutive Tuesdays: February 15, February 22, March 1, March 8
2 clock hours per session, total of 8 hours (for Child Care Professionals only)
Cost for series: $60.00 per person or $100.00 2 people same household
Just minutes from the Hwy 44 and Hwy 270 intersection!
Instructor: Becky Vogel, MSW, LCSW, CDCA Early Childhood Consultant

*Child Care provided by STL Wedding Sitters: $10 per child (ages 0-12 years) which includes all four meeting times. Cash only payment due on-site prior to class time.
DO NOT include childcare payment with registration.









This series will give parents/adult family members information on:

• typical challenges at certain ages
• discipline techniques
• communication techniques
• building a child's solid self-image
• sibling rivalry

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How to Prepare for Youth Football

As my husband and I are watching the Chiefs/Ravens game today something made me think about my younger brother playing football when he was a little guy. That got me thinking, "What's a good way for a parent to prepare their child for football." So if your son or daugther.....yes daughter comes to you with a flier from school or like me has been watching football with the family this season and now wants to play football themselves, read this article for a glimse a starting point. Getting prepared now for next season is just makes it that much easier on you and your child! :)

 

 

Prepare for Youth Football

SStarting your child in youth or pee wee football is a very exciting time for the child and

 

 

As a parent you want to allow your child freedom and choice, but you will want to prepare your child for the bumpy games or scrimmages that you never anticipated or prepared yourself or your child for. The following are easy to follow steps to help you with how to prepare for youth football.

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Football Equipment
• Sign Up Sheet

1.  
   
   Don't Miss Sign Ups!
   Enroll your child in youth football as early as possible. You will want to make sure not to miss out on getting into the program. The sign up is usually in the summer and can be easily overlooked when you have so much going on with the summer break from school. You will not want to explain to your child that they can not play with all their friends this season because you missed the sign ups.
2.  
   
   Look Early for Used Football Equipment
   Buy football equipment for your child. Start looking very early, since this is the best way to save a lot of money. Remember that there is plenty of kids in your area that have outgrown their gear, so garage sales are a great place to grab great equipment at low prices. Be sure to also check resale or consignment shops, they usually will carry a supply of football helmets and pads too.
3.  
   
   Talk About Winning & Losing
   Talk to your child about winning and losing, this will only help your child prepare for the downfalls of not always winning or not winning a single game in a season. It is always a great idea to promote the love of the game, not just making it about the winning.
4.  
   
   Be a Supportive Parent
   Prepare your child for the possibility of playing very little in some seasons. The reality is that every child that wants to join the team will be able to, and every dad that wants to coach will be usually allowed to (qualified or not). This is definitely something most new youth football parents do not know, it is best to understand the politics of the game ahead of time. The fact is that if little Johnny's dad is coaching, then little Johnny will more than likely play the whole game and every game too. Now multiply that by all the assistant coaches and add the coach. This can be very frustrating considering your child has the drive and the natural ability, but no talent Johnny gets to play so much more because of who his dad is. It is best to deal with this scenario upfront rather than be mad at every game, especially since little Johnny is probably friends with your child at school.
5.  
   
   Remain Calm During Rough Times
   Attend games with a positive attitude and remember to keep your cool, even if the coach is screaming at your child. This can be extremely difficult to handle, but you will not want to make the situation worse by yelling at the coach in front of the team. There will be the occasional parent that goes way too far and belittles their child in front of everyone. It is always best to take up any concern you have with the coach in private or by phone. You will have no control of how other parents parent their child, and you will find a few dad's who try to relive their dreams through their child (best to ignore this craziness).
6.  
   
   Cheer On Your Youth Football Player!
   Focus on the love of the game, rather than focusing on the negatives of youth football. There will be many highs and lows if your child plays all the way from pee wee to high school. Each new year will bring new triumphs and pit falls. Most importantly now that you and your child have mentally prepared for the game, grab some popcorn and a soda and enjoy the games!!!

By snakesmom, "eHow Member"

 

Science Center: Super Kids Save the World Runs until 1/22/11

 

Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you have to suffer from the winter blahs. Take a trip to the Science Center!!

Super Kids Save the World is a hands-on traveling exhibit, created with green materials, which helps children focus ways to go green and train in the four R's: Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle. The exhibit is based on the British children's book George Saves the World by Lunchtime by Jo Readman and illustrated by Ley Honor Roberts.

Runs Daily 04/22/10 - 01/22/11

 The Magic House

            516 South Kirkwood Road                

Saint Louis, MO

314.822.8900

http://www.magichouse.org

Ages: All Ages  

Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission