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Winter 2008 Volume 8, Issue 1 A Parent You Know (PDF) • Terry & Shelly Cowgill share their experience facing autism in their son. Born to Be Special (PDF) • In many cases, dealing with special needs begins at birth. Learn more about birth defects, including resources and prevention. ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE WEB! Resources, Tamara Zenz’s essay, “Special Encounters” Quick Tips for Tough Talks (PDF) • Tips for parents from Wanda Shafer, an experienced therapist with Family & Children’s Center of La Crosse, for tackling difficult conversations. Vaccination Fascination (PDF) • Dr. Bob Sears offers a brief, unbiased overview of some of parents’ biggest questions. (www.TheVaccineBook.com) A Reader Writes (PDF) • "Better Days," by Dolores Marusarz. Raising a special needs child—30 years ago! A Reader Writes (PDF) • "Teaching Tolerance," by Kate Bigalk. A young woman with special needs addresses tolerance ONLY AVAILABLE ON THE WEB! More on freelance writer Kate Bigalk Teen Times (PDF) • The care and feeding of teens Making Connections (PDF) • Set the stage at any age for successful dating (www.datesafeproject.org) On the Cover: Karsen Joseph Nelson, 14 months. Parents: Ryan & Jessica Nelson of Holmen. Special thanks to photographer Debby Wojcik of Forever Memories, and Mt. La Crosse for providing the beautiful background for these photos. |
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Holiday 2007 A Parent You Know (PDF) • President of Viterbo, Rick Artman, and his wife, Joan, share some sage advice for the holiday season. In Hot Pursuit of Happy Holidays (PDF) • Forego perfect and focus on what really matters most to your family. More Presence Than Presents (PDF) • Give your time and goods to local organizations, and give your children the gift of philanthropy at the same time. Includes a listing of local organizations serving children and families and what you can do to help. CPC online extra: Giving Values Toy Recall (PDF) • What recent toy recalls mean and how to stay informed, during gift-giving season, and beyond. Holiday Toy Roundup (PDF) • LARK Toys in Kellogg, Minn., offers suggestions for great gifts and advice for choosing toys. CPC online extra: Resources found in “12 Ways to Happy Holidays.” 12 Ways to Happy Holidays (PDF) • Don’t let holiday stress and winter weather keep you and your family from enjoying the season. Stay healthy and physically active, and keep the holiday stress at bay with these great tips. Sowing the Seeds of Financial Wisdom (PDF) • Teaching your child about finances can begin at any age, and the earlier, the better. CPC online extra: Check out these organizations that offer tools to help teach children about money Teen Times (PDF) • Your teen is dreaming of a high-tech Christmas. Here’s what she wants you to know. A Reader Writes (PDF) • Stacy Shapiro shares how families can make every day a celebration this year! On the Cover: Abbey, Alyse, and Alex Cherveny. Special thanks to The Studio on Main, the photography studio, and Mandy Parmeter, costume designer for La Crosse Community Theatre, for the girls’ bonnets. |
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FALL 2007 A Parent You Know (PDF) • Radio show host Debbie Brague. Hmong at Heart • Find out what it means to be…Hmong at Heart. CPC online extra: Five ways to learn more about Hmong Culture • PLUS! A recipe for Laotian Chicken Have Grandkids, Will Travel • Multi-generational vacations. CPC online extra: Travel tips for multi-generational trips. Pet Projects • Special pet section about our four-legged family friends. CPC online extra: Finding a Four-Legged Friend Tricky Treats • "Frightening" food allergies. CPC online extra: Got a goblin with an allergy? Tips for handling trick-or-treating. Teens & Drugs • Just say "know." Making Connections • Defining trends in family diversity. A Reader Writes |
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BACK-TO-SCHOOL 2007 A Parent You Know (PDF) • Superintendent of La Crosse Public Schools, Jerry Kember. 9 Steps to Easier School Transitions • Whether your child is entering kindergarten, middle school, high school, or a new grade, there are steps parents can take to make the transition easier. Home Alone: Is Your Child Ready? • When can your child safely stay home alone? That can be a scary question for parents to consider. And the answer varies from child to child. Homeschooling: Choosing the Classroom Down the Hall • A growing trend, research & support are key to the success of local homeschooling families. CPC online extra: Homeschooling Resources Homework: 5 Keys to Successful Studying • What is the story on homework today? Stories on Stage (PDF) • A calendar of the Coulee Region’s family theater & performing arts season. Mean Kids • A back-to-school bullying primer. CPC online extra: Website Resources for Parents Driving Ambition • Six things to know before your teen gets behind the wheel. CPC online extra: Website Resources for Parents A Reader Writes • Karen Hardie writes about “letting go” as a parent when her daughter leaves for college. |
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SUMMER 2007 Dear Dads (PDF) • Area fathers speak their minds. Hot Moms • Learn how to join the club, and meet two readers who recently enjoyed “Mommy Makeovers.” CPC online extra (PDF): Mommy Makeovers: Readers recently enjoyed new looks, courtesy of Metropolitan Salon & Day Spa and The Salon Professional Academy. Just Look at Yourself! • 8 ways to enhance body esteem in your children. Teens & the Tangled Web • Monitoring computer social lives in the world of MySpace and other social networking sites. CPC online extra: Web links and e-mail contacts to help parents stay in the know. Get Out! • The benefits of outdoor play. CPC online extra: Local ideas for nearby nature adventures. A Reader Writes • Collin Moon finds he’s right at home being a full-time father. |
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