#preschool lesson

[abortionado]

I feel like I’m being long-term gaslit by the entire childcare/parenting world because I think toddlers are so cute and funny and enjoyable to work with but any amount of time in the infant room turns me into the fucking joker

[bowithoutadaemon]

Oh btw lately my stomach has been acting up again. So I paid closer attention to how I ate (because what or when I ate seemed to not make much of a difference).

Turns out if you barely chew and practically inhale two servings of food while standing hunched over your kitchen counter and then go lay down. Well, turns out that makes it hard for my stomach to digest.

Been actually chewing my food and eating slower (still ends up being the same amount, so I guess I have gotten good at judging how much food I need). And no more stomach problems so far!

[psychoscreen1]

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[all-thestories-aretrue]

Johnny will not be your protector anymore. He will kill you. Ok zophiel ur breaking apart my ship. Not a fan. But I do love the drama!!!! I also love that out of everything he says, britta is like that's what finds its mark 😈😈😈

And johnny gaining confidence because neil is confident. Ahhh they all work so well together!!!!

[istherewifiinhell]

did i ever get around to mentioning that my least favourite era of tf cartoons (2010-2017, all technically in the same 'continuity' even though. their obviously not actually. and also. that real bad comics lore) there is so much messaging around the idea that like "you need to stick up for yourself" but it will always be completely encounter to the way everyone acts, the meanness of the humour used, and that like... you have to stick up for yourself! against your direct superiors! no they are NOT beholden to you 'sticking up for yourself' and have no particular method of account. You just! Have to! and once you do! they will, ofc, due to their good nature, realise the error of their ways and redress.... i mean. maybe. at least until next episode?

do i think this has ANYTHING to do with how propagandist each show is regards to... the government, the military, police or even yeah religion, and or how they characterize their settings with having NO tf civilians/non combatants.... WELL.

[leolaroot]

kind of funny to scroll thru the tags on that post tho bc 10% of them are people saying "oh my god i hope no one is reblogging this thinking its about queer 🙄 guys this is about ACTUAL slurs." and then 50% of the tags are people saying "i hate when people refer to me using the q slur so much. it makes me so uncomfortable to be constantly called a slur even by people who think theyre being progressive."

[coochiequeens]

Gay men can feel just as entitled to biological kids as straight men.

Nov. 6, 2023, 4:42 PM EST

By Isabela Espadas Barros Leal and Steven Romo

The high cost of surrogacy, an increasingly popular option for couples looking to expand their families biologically, has led some prospective same-sex parents to turn to crowdfunding. 

Kyle and Jack Maurelli, a gay couple living in New York state, began a GoFundMe campaign in July after their insurance company told them they didn’t qualify for the infertility coverage necessary to cover the cost of an embryo transplant. Having a baby through surrogacy can cost up to $250,000, according to Family Equality, a nonprofit that advocates for LGBTQ families. 

“We successfully created embryos, however, our path to parenthood has been fraught with financial challenges due to the exorbitant expenses associated with fertility treatments like surrogacy and in vitro fertilization (IVF),” the Maurellis, who married in 2019, wrote on their GoFundMe page. “Despite both of us working tirelessly, the overwhelming burden of these costs totaling approximately 180K and climbing is proving to be an insurmountable obstacle.”

The couple’s insurance company, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, told NBC News NOW that it “covers fertility services as mandated by New York state law.” On the state’s website, infertility is defined, in part, as “the incapacity to impregnate another person or to conceive, due to the failure to establish a clinical pregnancy after 12 months of regular, unprotected sexual intercourse or therapeutic donor insemination, or after six months of regular unprotected sexual intercourse or therapeutic donor insemination for an individual who can conceive at 35 years of age or older.” This would not apply to male same-sex couples. 

“It just doesn’t feel fair; it feels discriminatory,” Jack Maurelli said of infertility definitions like the one used by New York state. 

He added, “I feel like there’s a stigma that two men can’t raise a child together or that men are incapable of raising children on their own, and it’s something we want to stop.” 

Kyle and Jack Maurelli.Krystal Rahner

Kyle Maurelli noted that if he were in a heterosexual marriage, he and his spouse could get up to $100,000 worth of fertility treatments through his health insurer. 

When asked about the couple’s interactions with Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kyle Maurelli said, “They have said things like, ‘You’re not infertile and your husband’s not infertile, so the two of you can naturally reproduce with females that are fertile.’”

The Maurellis, who said they’ve already spent about $65,000 on fertility costs, said they expect surrogacy to cost another $180,000. They said they’ve taken out loans against their home and have gotten second jobs to help with the cost. So far, the men have raised about $5,000 of their $50,000 fundraising goal on GoFundMe.

Currently, 20 states besides New York, plus Washington, D.C., have laws requiring coverage for infertility, according to Resolve: The National Infertility Association, and at least 15 of those laws mandate coverage for in vitro fertilization.

[christianborle]

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[tenkidstv]

How to Write Letter J for Kids | ABC for Toddlers, Preschool Alphabet for Kids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJFmRTZHIv0

[kasumingo]

Another problem I'm noticing (and it’s certainly not new but growing) is the need for every single artwork to be as Morally Sound As Possible (according to a specific group at least) and if not, hammering it in how bad the thing presented is

Which is one of the most frustrating thing to think about

[creativemontessorilearningcen]

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[worldoflittledude]

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[housedyke]

Every semester I have to go through a million slides about online etiquette and speaking to others respectfully like I'm not an almost 30 year old who has had internet access for longer than some of these people have been alive

[teachingenglishtokids]

How to Teach Shapes to Kids Ages 4 to 8

Teaching shapes to kids is an important part of early learning. Shapes are everywhere, and learning to recognize and name them helps kids build essential math, problem-solving, and spatial skills. Whether you’re a teacher or a homeschooling parent, this guide will give you practical tips and activities to make learning shapes fun and effective.

Why Learning Shapes Is Important

Math Skills: Recognizing shapes lays the foundation for geometry and math concepts.

Language Development: Kids learn to use descriptive words like “circle,” “square,” and “triangle.”

Observation Skills: Identifying shapes helps kids notice patterns and details in the world around them.

Creativity: Shapes are the building blocks for drawing, art, and design.

Steps to Teach Shapes to Kids

1. Start with Basic Shapes

Focus on simple and common shapes first:

Circle

Square

Triangle

Rectangle

Once kids master these, introduce more complex shapes like ovals, diamonds, and stars.

2. Use Everyday Objects

Point out shapes in daily life, like a round clock, a square window, or a triangular slice of pizza.

Ask questions like, “What shape is the plate?” or “Can you find a rectangle in this room?”

3. Play Digital Games or Watch Educational Videos

There are many apps, videos and online games designed to teach kids about shapes in an interactive way. Here's a video that uses a story to teach kids about shapes.

4. Create Hands-On Activities

Shape Sorting: Use cut-out shapes or toys and ask kids to group them by type.

Shape Tracing: Give kids worksheets with dotted outlines of shapes to trace.

Shape Collage: Cut out shapes from colored paper and let kids glue them to make pictures.

5. Incorporate Movement

Play games like “Jump on the Shape” where kids jump onto large paper shapes laid on the floor.

Use sidewalk chalk to draw shapes outside and have kids hop from one to another.

6. Use Songs and Rhymes

Kids remember better when learning shapes is fun. Sing songs like “The Shape Song” (“A circle is round, it has no end…”).

Make up your own rhymes about shapes.

7. Introduce Shapes Through Art

Use shape stamps, stencils, or sponges for painting.

Encourage kids to draw simple pictures using shapes (e.g., a house with a square and a triangle).

Practical Suggestions for Homeschooling Parents

1. Set Up a Shape Station

Dedicate a corner of your homeschooling area to shapes. Include puzzles, books, and flashcards.

2. Go on Shape Hunts

Take kids outside for a “shape hunt” where they identify shapes in nature or buildings.

3. Use Multi-Sensory Activities

Use clay or playdough to mold shapes.

Let kids feel textured shapes like sandpaper cutouts.

4. Tie It to Real-Life Skills

Teach shapes through cooking. For example, cut sandwiches into triangles or cookies into circles.

When shopping, point out items like cereal boxes (rectangles) or cans (cylinders).

5. Be Patient and Repetitive

Learning shapes takes time. Repeat activities often to help kids remember.

Engaging Activities for Teachers

Shape of the Day

Focus on one shape each day. Talk about it, find it, and create art with it.

Shape Matching

Use cards with shapes and have kids match them to items in the classroom.

Group Projects

Create a large class mural using shapes.

Play a group game where kids pass a ball and name a shape before passing it.

Storytime

Read books about shapes, such as Mouse Shapes by Ellen Stoll Walsh or Shapes, Shapes, Shapes by Tana Hoban.

Recommended Resources

Articles:

Scholastic: Ready for Geometry

Teaching Basic Shapes to Kids in an Interesting Way

30 Engaging Games to Make Learning Shapes Fun for Kids

Worksheets:

Printable shape worksheets from Scholastic Teachables

Free downloadable shape flashcards from Teachers Pay Teachers

Apps and Games:

Shape Monster (Android and iOS)

Khan Academy Kids (Free learning app)

YouTube Channels:

Stories for Children to Read

Pinkfong! Shapes Songs

Conclusion

Teaching shapes to kids can be a joyful and creative experience. By using simple activities, everyday objects, and fun games, you can help kids learn to recognize and name shapes easily.

Whether you’re in a classroom or homeschooling, the key is to make learning shapes engaging and hands-on. With patience and practice, your child will soon be spotting shapes everywhere!

[njswimschool]

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