I will not give out personal information such as my address, telephone number, parents’ work address/telephone number, or the name and location of my school without my parents’ permission.
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I will tell my parents right away if I come across any information that makes me feel uncomfortable.
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I will never agree to get together with someone I "meet" online without first checking with my parents. If my parents agree to the meeting, I will be sure that it is in a public place and bring my mother or father along.
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I will never send a person my picture or anything else without first checking with my parents.
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I will not respond to any messages that are mean or in any way make me feel uncomfortable. It is not my fault if I get a message like that. If I do I will tell my parents right away so that they can contact the service provider.
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I will talk with my parents so that we can set up rules for going online. We will decide upon the time of day that I can be online, the length of time I can be online and appropriate areas for me to visit. I will not access other areas or break these rules without their permission.
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I will not give out my Internet password to anyone (even my best friends) other than my parents.
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I will check with my parents before downloading or installing software or doing anything that could possibly hurt our computer or jeopardize my family’s privacy
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I will be a good online citizen and not do anything that hurts other people or is against the law.
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I will help my parents understand how to have fun and learn things online and teach them things about the Internet, computers and other technology.
Playing with dolls helps your child learn how to nurture, how to understand other people, and it lets her practice for real-life situations. A doll allows your child to take on new roles, like a mother or sister, friend or teacher. Don't be surprised when you see elements of your child's emotional life creeping into her doll play: it's a safe way for her to act out her joys, fears, frustrations, and desires. You don't have to stay on the sidelines, by the way. Join in whatever make-believe she's involved in by picking up a doll and taking on a new role yourself. Just be sure to take your cues from her about who to be and what to do … after all, she's the "director."
Mix, match, snap and style! This sweet doll is a perfect dress-up friend for even the youngest girls. Chunky feet make her easy to stand, and snap-on clothes make her easy to dress. It's fun to comb and style her soft hair, then mix and match clothes and accessories for any number of activities. Collect all the Snap 'n Style Friends, with lots of outfits to mix 'n match!
How your child plays now 1. When she jumps and hops, she raises her feet high and
bends her knees as she lands.
2. She loves running and chasing, rarely falls, and is
reluctant to be still.
3. Ball games such as volleyball, catch or kickball improve
her balance and coordination.
4. She throws a ball for a short distance. She catches a
large ball thrown directly into her arms
5. She realizes her drawings can look like faces or people
and starts to fashion them intentionally.
Shell Game
Can you fool your toddler? When she was younger you could, but now that she's growing up, it won't be so easy. Still, don't let her bet her future college fund on this Shell Game! Materials:
• Table
• Three small bowls in different colors
• Bite-sized soft candies, cookies, or crackers
What to do:
1. Seat your toddler at the table.
2. Place three colored bowls on the table, face down.
3. Set a bite-sized candy, cookie, or cracker in front of one of the
bowls.
4. Cover the treat with a bowl.
Learning Skills:
• Eye/hand coordination
• Problem solving
• Visual acuity and tracking
5. Move the bowls around, keeping your toddler's attention on the hidden treat.
6. Ask you toddler, "Where's the treat?"
7. Let your toddler pick up the bowl to check for the treat.
8. If she guesses correctly, let her eat the treat.
9. Play again!
Safety:
Move the bowls slowly, so your toddler can track the treat. The idea here is to make her successful, not to frustrate her. Be sure to use treats your child won't choke on.
Splinters are an unfortunate fact of life in childhood. When kids explore their environment by running around, crawling into tight spaces and touching everything, they often get splinters in their feet, knees and hands. Here are some (old and new!) ways to remove splinters, along with some tips for getting your child's cooperation: Read More
We've created Fisher-Price® Family PlayTimes™ to help you get your family off to the best possible start. Each month up to your child's second birthday, and then every other month as your child grows from 2-6 years, we'll send helpful ideas for making the most of playing and learning together (each issue arrives two weeks early so you'll know what to expect next). We hope you've enjoyed this issue!
