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How to Ask Questions to Open Communication With Kids

Why Ask Questions? You’ll recall that a couple of weeks ago I explained (OK, more like I offered a feeble excuse) why my skills with children seemed to be better with my students than with the people who matter the … Continue reading

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Who Needs Help With Children?

“Who needs help with children?” “I do, I do!” So much for the play on words based on the 1980′s Trident Sugarless “Who Wants Gum” commercial.  The Canadian version added the following line: “Me too, please!” My translation:  Not only … Continue reading

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The Perfect Storm

A Twist on the Perfect Storm You remember that 2000 classic, “The Perfect Storm” don’t you?  It’s based on a true story where three of the most powerful conditions in nature converge to create a storm of massive proportions never … Continue reading

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