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Posted by Erin Walsh • April 27 • No Comments
Have you seen the Caine's Arcade video? My son just showed me it and what an incredible demonstration of imagination! Just thought you all would enjoy it.
Jill, Chicago
Jill,
The Caine's Arcade video has gone viral online and it is easy to see why. For those of you who haven't watched it, check it...
More...Dr. Dave and Erin Walsh • February 13 • No Comments
Does the gain from advanced academic programs such as IB and AP so many youth are involved in (pushed by educators and parents) outweigh the lack of sleep and limitation of other experiences, such as 4-H, because of so much time spent on studying?
Shirley, Denver, CO
Shirley,
I think that the growing popularity of IB and AP...
More...Posted by Dr. Dave Walsh • January 26 • No Comments
Are you worried about your child's video game habits? Take a look at this video game addiction symptoms checklist I created to see if you have cause for alarm. While this is not a diagnostic tool, it can help you assess whether or not games are an unhealthy part of your child's life and if you might need the help of a professional.
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More...Posted by Erin Walsh • November 30, 2010 • No Comments
My son's school keeps cutting recess shorter and it doesn't seem right. He is just a kid! Is there any 'value' to recess and play time in school?
Even as the snow starts to fly here in Minnesota and parents are struggling to convince their kids to go outside, I am going to put in my plug for giving our kids more play time. Hopefully, no matter the season,...
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