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Warding off Materialism This Holiday

This is a season of "buy, buy, buy" in our culture, which often translates to "Gimme, gimme, gimme" from our children.  Research shows that kids (and adults) who focus on materialism can be anxious and depressed.  Parents can help change this attitude and bring in more happiness in the family by modeling and focusing on more important values this season.

6 Ways to Squash Kids' Materialism This Holiday

How about creating a seasonal PLAY ritual?

Family Play Plans by Seasons
(I love the idea of the Winter Forts!)

When you do buy toys, here's a helpful guide for you and those buying gifts for your child.
Infant and Toddler Play and Toy Guide
Guia TRUCE de Juegos y Juguetes

CLASS ANNOUNCEMENTS
The last day of the semester is December 20 (two more classes left!).  There will be holiday potlucks on December 17, 19 and 20!

EXTRAS
What timing-- an new paper from the American Academy of Pediatrics...  How to
Old School Toys are Better For Toddlers Than High Tech Gadgets, According to a New Report

How do you get your kids to consider what's a want, and what's a need...
How to Talk to Your Kids About the Stuff They Want

Here's a popular topic of conversation in class.  This came out just recently.
Baby Won't Sleep Through the Night?  You're Not Alone 


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