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August 27, 2010 By Stacey Sacco

That’s the reaction I normally get when someone discovers that I have cloth diapers on my baby. Yes, I have to wash them. Yes, the start up costs can be high (but you make up for it in the end. more »

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Barbie Exhibit at Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum

September 3, 2010

The Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum in Wheeling is hosting the temporary exhibit, "Barbie and other 20th Century Dolls." through Dec. 31. 

The exhibit features many Barbie dolls from the past 50 years on loan from the private collection of Mickie McCoske. more »

Dear Teacher

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Reading is Year-Round Activity

July 5, 2010 Dear Readers: School is out, and most children probably are not going to be attending summer school to improve their academic skills. » Full Story

Will Holding Him Back Work?

May 5, 2010 DEAR TEACHER: When my son was in kindergarten, the school recommended that he be held back. He’s now in third grade and is still having problems with his schoolwork. » Full Story

Mom Concerned Daughter Not Getting Help She Needs

April 5, 2010 DEAR TEACHER: After testing, the school eligibility team said my daughter is not eligible for special-education help. She is now in third grade and has had learning problems since first grade. » Full Story

Mastering Math Facts

March 8, 2010 DEAR TEATCHER: I would like to know how to help my daughter master her math facts. She is currently in second grade and still using her fingers. » Full Story

Academic Resolutions for a New Year

January 14, 2010 Readers: Close to half of the school year is over. It’s a great time to take stock of how things have been going this year. » Full Story

Counselor May Help Shunned Girl

December 3, 2009 DEAR TEACHER: Our daughter is having a rough time in ninth grade in a large public high school. In middle school, her friends were on the soccer team. » Full Story

Figuring Out Fractions

November 4, 2009 Dear Teacher: Math has always been a bit difficult for our son. He is having a hard time getting the hang of fractions. » Full Story

Help Your Children Succeed in School

October 2, 2009 DEAR TEACHER: As a parent, can I rely on the teachers to teach my children all the skills they need to know to be successful in school? Are there any special things that I need to be working on with... » Full Story

Not All Kids Need Same Amount of Sleep

September 4, 2009 Dear Teacher: How do I know if my school-age children are getting enough sleep? They always want to stay up past their bedtime. » Full Story

Keep Learning Fun During Summer Break

July 1, 2009 DEAR READERS: Believe it or not, children actually like to do some schoolwork during their summer vacation. » Full Story
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