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Call to schedule a FREEPlacement Test today!

Realizing your child’s potential means more than bringing home a good report card. With Kumon she goes as far as her ability takes her - event to advanced study, so she can be truly amazing.

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The Math Learning Center

• We provide a supportive environment and teach math in ways that make sense to your child.

• Monthly memberships starting at $200. Memberships include drop-in, any time attendance (see website for hours).

• Call now to schedule a no-obligation assessment or to fi nd out how your child can benefi t from the Mathnasium Method.

(425) 885-MATH16505 Redmond Way, Redmondwww.mathnasium.com

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Fall Learn to Skateat Kingsgate Ice Arena

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425-821-7133 Ext. 104

at Kingsgate Ice Arenaat Kingsgate Ice Arena“Learn To Skate”

Monday Series(ages 5 through Adult) 6-7pm

Sept. 12-Oct. 24

Tuesday Series(ages 3 1/2 through Adult) 10:45-11:45am

Includes Public Skate afterwards

Sept. 13-Oct. 25

Friday Series(ages 5 through Adult) 6-7pm

Sept. 23-Nov. 4For registration inquiries please email:

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• Preferred provider for MICROSOFT PREMERA

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• Members of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Northern Lights Montessori

For more information:(425) 647-3031

admissions@norlightsmontessori.orgVisit us online at www.norlightsmontessori.org

Locations in Bellevue, Issaquah and Redmond

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8460 NE 160th Ave, Redmond, WA 98052

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• Accredited Montessori School• Infants through Elementary

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...TODAY’S pArenT

It’s that time of year again when change

is in the air. Whether it’s

beginning kinder-garten, changing grades, entering middle school, starting high school or going off to college, our kids go through a lot of transitions and change in their lives.

These transitions can create stress and behavioral problems no matter the age. As parents, we can help by maintaining a healthy attitude towards change and supporting our kids.

“Sometimes, parents are more worried about

the upcoming changes than the kids,” says Youth Eastside Services’ (YES) parenting specialist Jennifer Watanabe. “It helps if parents

are comfortable with the changes, so kids will feel comfortable with what’s ahead.”

Watanabe explained that one of the reasons why it’s so important for parents to have a healthy attitude towards change is because our chil-dren take their cues from us.

“You may be concerned for them, but don’t let that concern cloud their experi-ence,” she cautioned.

Even if your children are nervous about their upcoming school year, be supportive and let them know you’re there. How-ever, don’t dismiss their feelings with statements like “Everything will be all right, don’t worry.” It’s actu-ally better to acknowledge fears and anxieties and then reassure them that they will get through it and you will be there to help.

Sometimes, making a plan in case there is a problem can offer comfort for youth. Ask them what they are afraid of and help them cre-ate a plan for overcoming the hurdles. Because life always comes with hurdles, learning how to manage them is a good life skill that will serve young people well.

It’s also important to avoid “red-flag” language like, “This school year is going to be tough.” This

increases stress and distracts your child from starting school with an open atti-tude. Let them express their own opinions and concerns.

However, if your child has uncontrolled anxiety, or it’s interfering with their ability to eat and function normally, bringing in a counselor to help may ease the situation. Organiza-tions specializing in youth and family mental health, like YES, are your best resources.

Shifting grades is just the beginning of the many changes life will bring your kids. Let your attitude demon-strate that change is a natural part of growing up. It will help them accept and adjust—this year and for years to come.Patti Skelton-McGougan is executive director of Youth Eastside Services (YES). For more information, visit www.YouthEastsideServices.org.

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The Redmond Saturday Market will shine the spot-light on kids as part of Kid’s Day this Saturday. Kids up to the age of 15 will be sell-ing their arts and crafts from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the grassy area near the market, which is located at 7730 Leary Way.

Mr. Darby, a popular

children’s music performer, will make a return to Kid’s Day and provide entertain-ment with songs, puppets and dancing from 10 a.m. to noon. Shumba Youth Ma-rimba Youth Ensemble, which performs traditional African music, will also provide enter-tainment from noon to 2 p.m.

Kid’s Day coming to Saturday Market

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• New! August 2011 debut of Science Kindergarten enhancing inquiry based curriculum. • All students have daily 2nd language study as part of our global education. • New family grants are available with no income threshold.

JDS, located 2 miles south of Microsoft’s main campus, is now accepting

applicants in all grades.

Email admissions@jds.org to set up a tour or attend one of our Open Houses

Oct. 6th, Nov. 4th and Dec. 2nd

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...TODAY’S PARENT

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Here are some ways to

help make things run smoothly and safely for your child:

• Clothes: Go through your child’s wardrobe. Can your child manage buttons, snaps and zippers? Neat, comfort-able, washable play clothes with elastic waistbands are a good choice.

• Shoes: Look critically at shoes. Are they a good � t, easy to fasten, and do they have non-slip soles, safe for outside play. To help prevent accidents, avoid � ip-� ops, high heels, wedge heels or slippery soles or pointed toe cowboy boots for every day use.

• Hair: Evaluate your child’s hairstyle. Is it neat and out of the eyes? Is it a distrac-tion? If your child consis-tently chews on the ends, consider a style that is o� the face or tie it back.

• Show your child how to use a tissue.

• Teach your child how to wash his/her hands.

• Teach your child how to take care of him/herself in the bathroom.

• Go over safety precau-tions – matches, plugs, and chemicals. Keep poisons out of reach.

• Explain the use of 911 and how to dial it.

• Teach your child how to behave on a street, sidewalk and in a parking lot.Teach him/her how to cross the street if appropriate.

• Make sure your child knows his/her address, phone number and parents’ names.

• Prepare your child for a visit to the doctor or dentist’s o� ce. Be upbeat but truthful.

TEACHING RESPONSIBILITY • Show your child where

things go so you can start early to give your children the responsibility to pick up a� er themselves, return toys to their place, put dirty clothes in the laun-dry basket, clear dishes, clean up a� er themselves.

• Organize your child’s

clothes in draw-ers, on low shelves and on low hooks to encourage independence and a sense of order.

Assign age-ap-propriate house-hold jobs such

as setting out silverware and napkins on the table, sorting laundry, folding, dusting, watering plants, and feeding a pet with supervision.

• Children love to imitate you and do real work. A toy vacuum cleaner is not as appeal-ing as a real small carpet sweeper with the handle

scaled down to child size. Have a designated area for small household tools – a small dustpan and brush, a pretty feather or sheepskin duster, a sponge to clean up spills (cycle it in the dishwasher regularly).

• Involve your child in recycling.

• Invite your child to help with food prepara-tion – measuring, stirring, and washing fruit and vegetables.

• Encourage your child to help prepare his/her own packed lunch.

• Don’t immediately replace everything that children break. Help them

to see the consequence of their actions and learn that things have to be paid for. Tell them that money has to be earned.

• Play games together so your child can learn to take turns, win, or lose with grace.

• Train your child to use words rather than react physically. Tell him/her to walk away from situations that he/she can see are “trouble.”

• Involve your child in doing things to help others.Janet Villella is co-director of the Sammamish Montessori School in Redmond at 7655

178th Place N.E. For more information, email janet@

sammamishmontessori.com or call (425) 883-3271

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