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RESOURCES
Co-op and Play Based Education Articles
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Play Based Vs. Academic Preschools: What the Research Says
(by Kathryn Ems, President PCPI)"When the research is so clear, let's proudly proclaim, our 'learn through play' preschool is absolutely the best 'academic' preschool your child can attend."
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Has Play Become a Four Letter Word?
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Best Kept Secret: Cooperative Preschool Programs
(by E. Kim Coontz, UC Davis)
Articles of Interest
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The Decline of Play in Preschoolers - and the Rise of Sensory Issues (by Pediatric Occupational Therapist Angela Hanscom for the Washington Post) "Research continues to point out that young children learn best through meaningful play experiences, yet many preschools are transitioning from play-based learning to becoming more academic in nature."
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Why So Many Kids Can't Sit Still in School Today (by Pediatric Occupational Therapist Angela Hanscom for the Washington Post) "It is rare to find children rolling down hills, climbing trees, and spinning in circles just for fun. Merry-go-rounds and teeter-totters are a thing of the past. Recess times have shortened due to increasing educational demands, and children rarely play outdoors due to parental fears, liability issues, and the hectic schedules of modern-day society. Lets face it: Children are not nearly moving enough, and it is really starting to become a problem."
Healthy Eating
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Eat With the Seasons Fresh produce for pickup and delivery, great way to stay health and help local farmers.
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Safeway (food delivery) Free delivery on your first order. Great time saving idea for moms on the go.
Health & Safety
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KidsDoc Sympton Checker Hover over the portion of the body where your child is experiencing symptons...
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CDC: Center for Disease Control & Prevention This site has some great resources such as Emergency Preparedness & Response, Healthy Living and more. Including recent news and events about topics such as H1N1 and other health concerning issues here and around the world.
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Poison Conrol Center This site has some great resources such as Emergency Preparedness & Response, Healthy Living and more. Including recent news and events about topics such as H1N1 and other health concerning issues here and around the world.
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Consumer Notice Child Safety information from consumernotice.org
