| Ages & Stages
Are Kids Ready For SNOW?!! Make sure your child has boots that
fit!!
For proper fit:
* The boot should be ½ to ¾ inch longer than the longest
toe.
* Width should allow toes to be in natural position.
Top of boot should be high enough to not touch the top of toes.
* Boot should fit snug with minimal sliding up and down at heel.
* Sole should be flexible and rough to avoid slipping.
Signs of a bad fit:
* Tip of toe excessively worn.
* Soles worn unevenly.
* Tip of toe curled.
* Sides of boot bulge over the edges of sole.
* Heels worn on either the outside or inside edges.
Kids' feet grow fast. Here's how often you should check for proper
fit of footwear.
Age in years |
Size changes about every |
1-6 |
1-2 months |
6-10 |
2-3 months |
10-12 |
3-4 months |
12-15 |
4-5 months |
15 and over |
6 or more months |
Follow the same guidelines when purchasing special shoes such as
cleats, marching shoes, ballet slippers, and so on.
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Quality Time, Quality Books
Chilly weather is a great time to make some warm chili.
Read this Book Together!
Beardream by Will Hobbs. Grades 1 & up.
Me and My Dad Chili!
Chili can be made with or without meat. For hotter chili you can
add more chili powder.
* 1 pound of lean ground beef
* ½ cup chopped onion
* 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
* 1 14 ½ oz can diced tomatoes, not drained
* 1 8 oz. can tomato sauce
* 1 tablespoon chili powder
* ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
* ¼ teaspoon salt
* ¼ teaspoon pepper
* 1 15 or 16 oz. can of kidney beans
Cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat for 8-10 minutes then
drain. Stir in remaining ingredients except beans. Heat to boiling,
then let simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally. Stir in beans.
Heat to boiling then simmer uncovered about 10 minutes or until
desired thickness.
Me and My Dad Activity!
1. While you’re making the chili, your child can help by making
sandwiches to go with it. Try easy peanut butter sandwiches. They
go great with chili.
2. Spread the bread out on the counter next to you and open the
jar of peanut butter for your helper. Your helper may need something
to step up on so they can reach. Use a butter knife and watch your
child closely. This is a great time to teach proper use and safety
with sharp objects. Once the sandwiches are put together have your
helper put them on a plate and take to the table where you will
eat.
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