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ContentsPg. 4 Fun on the TownPg. 5 Easter CelebrationsPg. 6 school Readiness ScreeningsPg. 7 Did You Know?

HorsesPg. 8 Happy Cake Day Pg. 10 Buddy BenchPg. 12 Book Review —

Demanding DudleyPg. 13 Teacher Feature –

Mrs. GrantPg. 14 PreschoolsPg. 18 Navigating Awkward QuestionsPg. 20 Lunch Box LovePg. 22 Day Trip —

State Capitol Pg. 24 The Game of ChessPg. 27 Coloring PagePg. 29 Silly Pics

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MARCH 6 Toddler Drive-In

10:30 a.m., Centralia Timberland Library

Decorate cardboard box “cars” at the library and then park at the library “drive-in” to watch a toddler-friendly

movie. For more information, please visit trl.org.

MARCH 21 One Snowy Night

7 p.m., Morton Roxy Enjoy live theater with this story filled with humor and drama as a young boy faces responsibilities on the family

farmstead and deals with the Fire and Ice trolls. $10

for adults and $5 for kids. An additional showing will be

held, March 22 at 2 p.m. For more information, please visit

mortonroxy.com.

MARCH 21 Vernal Equinox Art Fair

10 a.m., Morgan Arts Centre, Toledo

Spring art and craft fair with items for sale by over 20 local

artists and craftspersons. The event will also be held on March 22 at 10 a.m. For

more information, please visit morganartscentre.com.

MARCH 9 Pacific NW Chamber Orchestra Concert

7:30 p.m., Corbet Theatre, Centralia College

The performance is free and open to the public and will

include musicians of all ages. For more information, please

call (360) 748-4785.

EventsMarch

MARCH 14 Miss Lewis County

Scholarship Pageant 7 p.m., R.E. Bennett School, Chehalis

Come see who will be crowned Miss Lewis County 2015 at this

year’s program. This not-for-profit organization offers scholarships and teaches young women how to grow professionally and personally. Tickets

are $15. For more information, please visit ci.chehalis.wa.us.


Easter Events

MARCH 28 Easter Extravaganza 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Bethel Church, Napavine There are two Easter egg hunts, featuring 70,000 plastic eggs filled with goodies. Egg hunts are for kids up to age 12. Pony rides, inflatables, a petting zoo, and Predators of the Heart will also be part of the event. For more information, please call (360) 748-0119. MARCH 29 Easter Egg Hunt 11 a.m., Yard Birds, Chehalis The annual Easter egg hunt will include thousands of real and plastic eggs, Easter baskets, prizes, face painting and more. For more information, please email [email protected].

APRIL 1 Easter EGGstravaganza 6 p.m., Toledo New Life, Toledo Toddlers and children (up to grade 5) can participate in the community Easter egg hunt. The hunt will be in age groups. For more information, please call (360) 864-4366. APRIL 4 Annual Easter Egg Hunt 11 a.m., Bailey’s IGA, Rochester Hot dog giveaway. Find the golden egg for prizes for each age group (newborn to 6 years and 7 years to 12 years). For more information, please call (360) 273-7330.

Easter Steam Train Ride All day, Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, Chehalis Climb aboard for a fun train ride and hunt for eggs when you return. For schedule and fees, please call (360) 748-9593.

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Child Find screenings are commonly known as “spring screenings,” “kindergarten screenings” or “preschool screenings.” Child Find is a free service to identify any developmental delays in children birth to five. Children will be screened for vision, hearing, speech/language, motor coordination, learning skills and social and emotional behaviors. Information on your child’s school readiness and development will be presented to you upon conclusion of the screening. This screening does not replace regular medical care.

Please call your school to set up an appointment. If you are unable to attend the screening date in your school district, please call another school listed to make an alternate appointment. The districts listed also provide free and appropriate public education to any eligible individual who qualifies with a disability between the ages of three and 21, and who has not graduated from high school.

If your family is living in a temporary situation, you may contact the district where you are staying to attend a screening.

District Screening Date Phone

Adna Kindergarten May 11 748-7029

Adna Special Services May 13 748-7029

Boistfort April 2 245-3343

Evaline April 20 785-3460

Morton May 14 496-5143

Mossyrock April 14 983-3184

Napavine April 22 262-3345

Chehalis Tribal Head Start April 27 273-5514

Oakville April 27 273-5946

Onalaska April 21 978-4115

Pe Ell April 30 291-3244

Toledo April 28 864-4761

White Pass April 29 497-7300

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This free screening/early identification project is a service of the Lewis County Special

Education Cooperative directed by Educational Service District #113. For more information

please contact Dr. Rebecca Turnbull, director at (360) 748-3384.


HorsesDid You Know?

• These Animals CAN sleep both lying down and standing up.

• Arabian horses HAVE one fewer vertebrae, rib and tail bone than other horses.

• For THIS MAMMAL, breathing through their mouth is not possible.

The oldest horse was a barge horse from England. His name was Billy and he was born in 1760 and lived to be 62 years old.

Farriers are people that specialize in taking care of horses' hooves and putting on horse shoes.

• Colts CAN run shortly after birth.

• Horses ARE herbivores (plant eaters).

• Horses HAVE bigger eyes than any other mammal that lives on land. • Horses ARE social

animals and will get lonely if kept alone.

Horses ARE ungulates, which means they are a mammal with hooves.

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Nathaniel S. turns 1 on March 9!

Sadie M. turns 8 on March 18!

Charlie H. turns 1 on March 14!

Cailyn M. turns 10 on March 11!

Makiah H. turns 12 on March 12!

Cason J. turns 3 on March 21!

March

Amelia S. turns 4 on March 9!

Valen J. turns 9 on March 21!

Jackson S. turns 2 on March 12!

Birthdays

Tara B. turns 8 on March 13!

Aliyah T. turns 8 on March 19!

Sean G. turns 1 on March 6!

Natalie G. turns 6 on March 29!

Sammie A. turns 5 on March 15!

Carson S. turns 5 on March 3!

Taylor S. turns 8 on March 13!

Silvia G. turns 9 on March 31!


March

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Submit your childrens’ birthday photos online at swwfamily.com.

Deadline for April birthdays is March 13th.

Klaradee K. turned 1 on February 18!

Piper A. turns 3 on March 28!

Craig C. turned 1 on February 22!

Chloe P. turns 9 on March 17!

Cortlan A. turns 5 on March 1!

Jeanee M. turned 10 on February 26!

Chloe E. turned 12 on February 25!

Seth N. turns 4 on March 21!

Erik M. turns 6 on March 13!

Mikayla R. turns 11 on March 27!

Andrea M. turns 8 on March 26!

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Brendan S. turned 5 on February 5!

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hristian Bucks, a Pennsylvania elementary school student, suggested a buddy bench could be the solution for kids feeling lonely and left out on the playground.

How does the buddy bench work? If a student feels lonely, or has nothing to do, they can go to the buddy bench. Soon, another student will come to the bench and ask if they want to talk or play.

Christian learned about a buddy bench when he read about a school in Germany. “I thought it was a great way to help kids who feel lonely or left out from time to time,” remembered Christian.

Christian explained his idea to his principal, Matthew Miller. “Mr. Miller checked around and found a bench that would work for our school,” Christian said.

Principal Miller described Christian as a P. R.O.U.D. (Polite Responsible Outstanding Understanding Dependable) student who loves making friends and making sure others have friends.

Christian’s local newspaper, The York

Daily Record, published an article about Christian and his buddy bench. The story went viral on social media, shared again and again by people online. Thousands and thousands of people read about this awesome idea.

Now more than 500 schools around the world (in eleven countries) have installed buddy benches — both across the United States, and in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, India, Italy and Canada.*

*According to Christian’s family, which has kept track of the growth, says The York Daily Record, which first reported the story.*

Imagine that you see another child who looks lonely or sad. Would you try to make them feel better? What would you say?

Talk about it with your family over dinner tonight. What ideas do family members have on this topic?

In 2014, Christian was one of eight honorees who received the Charlotte Bacon Act of Kindness award in Newtown, Connecticut.

The awards were founded in memory of Charlotte Bacon, a victim in the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy with the goal “to foster a kindness mindset in children and recognize special kids who complete acts of kindness,” according to the website.

Photos courtesy of York Daily Record/Sunday News

Will you get a Buddy Bench for your school? Christian wants to know about it!Share your story with Christian and kids around the world at www.buddybench.org SWWF


Preschool

Daycare

OBGYN

Pediatrician

Family/child dentist

Librarian

Teacher

Coach

Photographer

School spirit

Extracurricular activity

Toy store

Music instructor

Hair salon

(for children's cuts)

Tutor

Family entertainment

Public playground/park

Family restaurant

Place to cool off

Rainy day activity

Kids’ meal

Principal

Campground

Bus driver

Playground duty

Coffee / cocoa stop

Rest stop or cleanest restroom

Ice cream

Trail/hike

Fishing hole

Summer camp

Kids’ party location

Childrens clothing store

Neighborhood to trick-or-treat

Location to train watch

Sunday school

Parade

Place to volunteer

Museum

Nominate and vote online at swwfamily.com.

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Join us in the nomination round for Southwest Washington Family magazine’s annual

Family Favorites section. Nominate through March 2. Voting begins March 23rd. Visit swwfamily.com to nominate.

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DEMANDING DUDLEY:

THE POWER OF USING YOUR MAGIC WORDS

FUN WAYS TO READ

Written by: Deneen RenaeIllustrated by: Leslie Pinto

Published by: The Wiblets, LLC, July 2014

In this book, Dudley starts out by forgetting his manners when he impatiently

demands apple juice from his

mother. His mother gently reminds him.

The book continues with Dudley asking

his mother why "please" and "thank you" are important and how it makes others feel happy and appreciated.

This book is easy enough for just-beginning readers and the pages are colorful and eye-grabbing.

Available at amazon.com and thewiblets.com.

Reviewed by 'Mom With Manners' in Chehalis.

Take turns reading out loud Use silly voices

Read from end to start Dress up as the characters before you start

Copy the words onto blank paper and illustrate the story together


Send in nominations for your favorite teacher, student, or coach.

Mail to 321 N. Pearl, Centralia, WA 98531 or email [email protected]. If you email us and we don’t

reply we haven’t received your message. Please give us a call at 807-8217.

Name of teacher/school or coach/team & sport:__________________________________________________________Name of child nominating: ________________________________Name of parent & phone #: ________________________________Email: ___________________________________________________Please include a few sentences on why you think your teacher, student, class, or coach should be featured.If you have a picture of your teacher, student, class, or coach, please send it in too! We may contact you to learn more.

Alison Grant4th grade Homeroom; 5th grade math, St. Joseph School

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How long have you been teaching?

I have been teaching elementary school for 13 years. Before

that, I worked with pre-

schoolers and summer recreation programs for kids, which is where I realized how much I loved working with children, and decided to go back to school and get my BA in education. I didn't ever have a career choice in mind growing up — I got a degree in communications/advertis-ing from WSU after high school, but then spent time raising my own children.

Do you have a favorite mantra or quote

you are always telling your

students?I tell my

students to have a positive attitude about

learning, We say out loud together, " I can do _______ !"

(algebra, fractions, etc.), which puts a positive message in their

brains.

“I nominated Mrs. Grant because she is funny and nice. She shows us songs on how to do things. I also think she was the best 4th grade homeroom

and 5th grade math teacher. That is why I nominated her.”~ Nominator Audrey T.

What is your favorite part of teaching?

What I love about teaching is seeing kids "get it" — that moment when the light goes on! When I teach math (Audrey's class) I love tackling the subject through lots of different teaching and learning styles. I teach the students math songs that I created to help them learn different concepts, we do lots of partner work where they 'teach' each other and we have class discussions where kids can argue 'for' and 'against' a math problem.

Do you have a favorite teaching memory?

My favorite teaching memory is not actually about teaching, but about student relationships. At my school, we put great emphasis on behavior and how to respect and care for others. One morning, a girl student came to

class with brand new braces on her teeth. Instead of jokes or teasing, other

students gathered around her excitedly, and I heard comments like, "Your braces are so shiny!", "How pretty and silvery!" It is so

satisfying when students achieve in schoolwork, but I am just as proud when they show what wonderfully kind, caring people they can be.

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in Boistfort, Pe Ell, Centralia and Salkum Head Start locations, and full time slots available in the Centralia College Lab School. EVERGREEN ACADEMY PRESCHOOL 506 S. Washington Ave., Centralia. (360) 330-1833. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Cost: Starting at $100 for two days a week to $216 for 5 days a week. Evergreen Academy Preschool is based on Montessori principles with a limit of 10 students. FIDDLESTICKS COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL 1209 N. Scheuber Rd. (Immanuel Christian Center), Centralia. (360) 736-3040. Ages: *3 years and 4 years, **4 years and 5 years. Days/times: *Tuesday/Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; **Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: *70 per month for two days a week; **85 per month for three days a week. $90 registration fee. Fiddlesticks Cooperative Preschool, affiliated with Centralia College, is a family experience. Parents work in the classroom twice a month, and there is a parent meeting one night a month. Two college credits per quarter available when working in the classroom. The teachers have bachelor’s in early childhood education degrees. The learning environment is center-based, with areas for art, science, manipulatives, dramatic play and more. *HAPPY DAY LEARNING CENTER 3320 Borst Ave. (Centralia Community Church of God, across from Centralia High School), Centralia. (360) 736-0151. Ages: 2½ years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: Call for current rates. Happy Day Preschool is a faith-based program, but not aligned with a specific doctrine. Traditional stories and music are included in the curriculum, as well as some themes. There are four classes offered: 2.5 years to 3 years work on social skills and early learning; 3 years

to 4 years focus on pre-kindergarten as well as themed learning centers, creativity and includes the Writing Without Tears program and much more; 4 years to 5 years focuses on pre-academic, family culture, self concepts and much more. Teacher-student ratio is 1 to 10. Children in the daycare program are placed first and remaining spots are available to non-daycare students. *KIDS N ME 1309 Bishop Rd., Chehalis. (360) 748-8931. Ages: 2 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $10 per day.Activities include circle time, calendar, letters, art, and writing names. Preschool takes place during the school year. The teacher-student ratio is 1 to 10. LEWIS COUNTY ADVENTIST PRESCHOOL 2102 S. Scheuber Rd., Chehalis. (360) 748-3213. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost: Half day and full day programs are available. Please call for price information. Kindergarten readiness and state accredited school with an emphasis on Christian education and values. LEWIS COUNTY HEAD START Locations throughout Lewis County. (360) 736-1696. Ages: 3 years to 5 years by September 1 of current school year. Days/times: Please call for more information. Cost: Must meet federal poverty guidelines. The Lewis County Head Start Preschool serves children and families throughout Lewis County. Part-year classrooms in Randle, Salkum, Toledo, and Centralia/Chehalis. Please call for hours and days available. The focus of the program is on providing children with a quality school-readiness experience and activities in a child- centered early learning environment as well as support to families.

Local Preschools Getting ready to register your little one for preschool ? Here is a listing of local preschools to help get you started.

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Meals are provided and transportation provided based on space availability. Classroom staff members have BA’s or AA’s in early childhood education. For additional information, please contact [email protected]. LITTLE SEEDS PRESCHOOL 15000 Old Hwy. 99 (First Baptist Church), Tenino. (360) 264-2255. Ages: 3 years by August 31. *4-year-olds; **3-year-olds. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., **Tuesday/Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: $35 registration fee. $85 per month (2 days per week), $115 per month (3 days per week). Little Seeds Preschool is a Christian school that balances freedom of choice with structure. The three-year-old class focuses on colors, shapes, numbers, and learning to get along with peers. The four-year-old class is a kindergarten prep, with additional math, science, and the alphabet. Both include large muscle activities. Children must be potty-trained.

MORTON COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL Morton Methodist Church Annex, Morton. (360) 496-5312. Ages: 3-and 4-year-olds, 4-and 5-year-olds. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., **Monday/Wednesday/Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $90 registration fee. *$75 per month for 2 day; **$100 for 3 day. Contact Person: Laurie Hanson. MOUNTAIN VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL 1201 Belmont Ave., Centralia. (360) 736-1139. Ages: 4 by August 31. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: $120 per month. $75 non-refundable registration fee. Mountain View Preschool is a bible-based ministry with a strong curricular focus. The Alphatime Letter People, introduced each Monday, anchor the weekly alphabet themes. There are two adults in the classroom, with a maximum student enrollment of 24. MOTHER HUBBARD’S 856 NW Folsom, Chehalis. (360) 748-6352. Ages: 2 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Children may attend 2, 3 or 5 days a week). Cost: $100 per month for 2 days a week; $150 for 3 days a week; $250 for 5 days a week. There is a 1 to 7 teacher-child ratio. Instruction is based around a theme for the day with songs, fingerplays and activities. Eight supervised centers offer activities such as creative art, eye-hand coordination, small motor skills, and more. Science, music, and outside time and lunch are also included. ONE LITTLE TREE PRESCHOOL 1215 W. Main Street, Centralia. (360) 324-9813. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $100 per month. One Little Tree Preschool is a community-oriented learning environment with curriculum geared toward the growth of the whole child.

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PEACE LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL 2071 Bishop Rd. (corner of Jackson and Bishop), Chehalis. (360) 748-4108. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $95 per month. Peace Lutheran Preschool is a religious-based preschool, with chapel on Thursdays. There is a maximum enrollment of 20 students, with a teacher and two aides leading the class. Children must be potty-trained. PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME 25 SW Circle, Chehalis. (360) 748-0271. Ages: *4 years by August 1 **3 years by August 1 and potty-trained. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., **Tuesday/Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: *$85; **$60. $50 non-refundable registration fee. Playtime Preschool is put on through the Chehalis Parks Department. This is a great opportunity for your child to meet new friends and gain self-confidence while getting into the routine of participating in structured play and learning activities while still having fun. The registration fee goes toward the purchase of class supplies and to secure your child’s fall enrollment. ROCHESTER HEAD START 7710 James Rd. S.W., Building F., Rochester. (360) 273-6835. Ages: 3 years and 4 years. Days/times: Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.; 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: Must meet income guidelines. Rochester Head Start, part of the Sound to Harbor Head Start program, offers a developmentally appropriate, pre-kindergarten program with a creative curriculum. Transportation is provided, as are two meals a day (breakfast and lunch in the morning program, lunch and snack in the afternoon program).

ROCHESTER PRAIRIE PRESCHOOL 8042 191st Ave. S.W., Rochester.

(360) 273-7753. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday/Friday

from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; **Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Cost: $70 per month; **$80 per month. $100 registration fee.

Contact Michelle Huseby, registrar, for more information.

SONLIGHT PRESCHOOL

18206 Corvallis Street (United Methodist Church), Rochester.

(360) 508-6784. Ages: *3 years to 4 years, **4 years and 5 years.

Days/times: *Thursday/Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., **Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday from 8:30 a.m to 11 a.m. Cost: *$115 per month; **$135 per month. $90.00 registration fee. Structured classes to prepare students for kindergarten including writing, ABCs, ABC sounds, numbers, name writing, reading as well as preparing socially, emotionally and physically for kindergarten.

ST. JOSEPHS PRESCHOOL 123 SW 6th Street, Chehalis. (360) 748-0961. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Cost: 2 days per week is $110 per month, 3 days per week is $160 per month, 4 days per week is $200, 5 days per week is $235 per month. Registration fee is $55. Supplies and class project fee is $60. In the St. Josephs School preschool program small class sizes and varied curriculum are highlighted. Some areas of focus include social skills, math, physical education, language arts, computer lab, science, music, arts and crafts and religion. Parents are welcome but not required to volunteer. All children must be potty-trained. *TIGER CUBS PRESCHOOL 813 Eshom Rd. (Centralia High School), Centralia. (360) 827-6401. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $75 per month. Tiger Cubs is a special education preschool, providing instruction in fine and gross motor skills, language skills, and social skills. Most students are developmentally delayed and identified through early childhood screenings offered by the Centralia School District. Approximately 4-6 additional participants are not special needs children. The preschool works with the vocational department at the high school, which gives high school students an opportunity to earn early childhood education credits through Centralia College by working in the class. In addition, a special education teacher and a team of para-professionals lead the class, with four adults in each session. The children also receive occupational, speech, and physical therapy as needed. WESTMINSTER PRESCHOOL 128 N.W. Prindle Ave., Chehalis. (360) 748-0091 or (360) 846-7367. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Choose a combination of days between Monday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: 2 days is $85 per month; 3 days is $115 per month; 4 days is $155; 5 days is $175 per month. $40 registration fee. Westminster Preschool is a fun and inviting place to prepare your child for kindergarten in a Christian atmosphere. Activities in the program include music, movement and tumbling, science, dramatic play, math, literacy and field trips. WINLOCK PRESCHOOL Off King Road behind the school soccer field, Winlock. (360) 785-3372. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday/Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.; Tuesday/Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Cost: $50 per month. The Winlock Preschool features a full-time Spanish speaking teacher and serves a wide range of students. The preschool features bi-lingual, migrant and developmental delayed programs. The teacher/student ratio is 1 to 7. *Could not verify by time of printing. Call to verify information.

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By Becky M. Cox-Tuning of Olympia

Awkward Questions Foster Communication Bonding

Here is a list of suggestions to consider in preparation for those possibly awkward conversations:

We live in a society that is saturated with social media, and unfortunately that can be a giant source of information feeding into our children’s minds. When faced with awkward conversations with your children it is important to remember this and consider that if they do not have the conversation with you, there is a plethora of inaccurate and tainted information easily accessible to them — and becoming more available at a younger and younger age. It is best to be prepared for these teachable moments so that you are the teacher instead of their young peers or social media. If you establish this routine at an early age they are more likely to come to you during those difficult teen years.

Your body language is 70% of

communication.

When asked a question, don’t

assume that your child knows the first thing about

the subject they are presenting to you.

A proper response would be to turn it around on your child to investigate what they actually do know by saying, “Honey, what do you understand?” or “What have you heard about this?” Their response will help you to formulate your answer to their question. Most often you will find out that they know very little about the subject they are asking about and you are able to correct what information they have been told and add enough truth to their explanation to pacify their curiosity.

At the same time you want to be the one educating them — not social media or their peers — so use it as an opportunity to teach them. Ask, “What else do you have questions about?” Let them lead while you answer and clarify along the way.

Keep your answers age appropriate,

short and be careful not to over-explain

or exhaust them with the subject they

are asking about. Pay attention to the message you are sending to your children via facial features — don’t let your shock show on your face. Take a deep breath, present with a calm and patient posture with an inviting look on your face.


In preparation for when these awkward topics come up, try to reframe your thinking from “this is going to be awkward” to “this is going to build a bridge between my child and I for years to come and help open communication.” Embrace the awkwardness and turn it into an opportunity to bond with your child while tying the heartstrings of relationship and trust.

Becky M. Cox-Tuning earned her master’s degree in counseling psychology from St. Martin’s

University. She is a licensed mental health counselor with the state of Washington. She has

specialized training in EMDR (treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and other mental health issues, working with troubled teenage

clients, and supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges and unpredicted events.

Becky M. Cox-Tuning is newly married and lives in Olympia with their four children.

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It is important that you establish with

your child that there is no shame or guilt

associated with “awkward” topics.

Is completely normal and okay for them to come to you with any questions they may have in the future. Reassure them that although it may be a bit uncomfortable you are happy to answer their questions with truth, respect and openness. Let them know that there are no topics you will not cover — they can ask you about anything.

It is important that you are honest but discreet. You can admit your mistakes, but you don’t have to go into the details. You can teach your children briefly what you learned from your past without condoning it. Absolutely do not lie, as children (and especially teens) have a low tolerance for hypocrisy.

Be prepared to answer

questions about your past.

Use laughter as a vehicle to navigate

the journey of awkward

conversations.

Crack a joke and lighten the mood when possible to ease their nerves and tension. Model for them that although difficult for both of you to have these conversations, it can be turned into a great bonding moment.

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SPECIALAnyone that follows pinterest or craft blogs knows the overwhelming sense of responsibility of adding

cuteness to our children’s lives. It makes being thoughtful seem overwhelming. Fear no more! Stick with the motto, “Keep. It. Simple.” and you will go far in brightening your little one’s heart. One SIMPLE way to bring smiles is adding lunch note surprises. Here are a few ideas to slip into the lunch boxes.

• A joke or riddle — find some funny ones at rd.com.

• Add a coupon for a fun surprise. It could be an after-school treat, their favorite dinner to look forward to, or a fun outing you have planned for the upcoming weekend.

• A short note such as, “Hello sunshine” or “You are so

loved” are guaranteed to make them feel extra special.

• Write down a memory such as a fun trip or a special moment you two shared.


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• Jot a note of encouragement: “Good luck on your test today,” “You will do great” or “I believe in you” will go a long way and will show them you are aware of their schedules.

• Break a sweet tooth rule! If you always always tell them to eat their veggies first, include a note saying, “Eat your dessert first today!”

• Gift wrap their favorite lunch items, because really, who doesn’t love presents.

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CRAZY about CHESS

by Kerry Serl of Napavine

Sixth-grader Brian L. of Napavine enjoys the game of chess. He has been playing chess for five years — ever since his older brother taught him how each piece moves. Brian taught himself more about the game by studying online. His mom, Ellen, said she did not even realize he knew how to play until he beat a boy at church. Brian entered his first chess tournament at Centralia Christian School in third grade. In fourth grade, he sought out a chess club for additional practice. His school did not have a chess club, so he joined the club at Napavine Elementary for two years, switching to the Chehalis Middle School Chess Club this past year. Brian also plays against adults Monday nights at Tilikum Book Store in Centralia. He has played in numerous tournaments, ranging from Bellevue to Napavine and last year, he qualified for and competed in the Washington State Elementary Chess Championship Tournament in Seattle.

When asked what has helped the most in improving his game, Brian said, “Seeking out and playing better players.” Brian said he also met a good friend through playing chess.

Brian’s mom said, “Chess has helped him do better in school by keeping him thinking. Chess has improved his focus and ability to plan ahead.”

Chess has helped Brian learn the value of winning and losing and to be a good sport either way.


CHESS WEBSITES

How to play chess: chesscorner.com

thechesswebsite.comchessmagnetschool.com

Chess puzzles: chesspuzzles.com

shredderchess.com

Finding chess tournaments in Southwest Washington:

chess4life.comsuccessthroughchess.com

• Evaline Elementary School• Napavine Elementary School • Chehalis Middle School

• W.F. West High School • Centralia Christian School• Tilikum Book Store

CHESS CLUBS in LEWIS COUNTY

NO CHESS CLUB AT YOUR SCHOOL? Start your own! ALL YOU NEED IS:• A teacher or parent who will be willing to host

the club. • A space for the club such as a classroom, library,

or cafeteria.• Chess sets.• Kids interested in chess.

*Ideally the adult in charge knows enough to teach chess, but he or she only needs to be willing to chaperone while kids play. Rectangular or square tables work best, but circular tables (although awkward) will work. Chess sets with weighted pieces and tournament-sized boards with labeled ranks and files are easiest to use, but plastic sets, or even used sets from garage sales will work also.

Kerry Serl runs a chess club

at Napavine Elementary

School. She and her husband are raising a son in

Napavine.

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More people of Irish heritage live in the United States than currently live

in all of Ireland. Irish-Americans living stateside

predominantly reside in the North Atlantic states.

Contrary to popular belief, Ireland does not top the

list with respect to showing Irish pride. New York City boasts the largest parade honoring the holiday and

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Can you find the four-leaf clover on this page?

Go for a walk to

find signs of

spring, like new buds

on trees or birds building nests.

Read Across America celebrates

the birthday of Dr. Seuss.

Write a poem to

honor Dr. Seuss.

Get some aerobic exercise today. Ride your bike,

take a fast walk or run around a park.

Make sure you keep it up for at least 30 minutes.

With adult help, melt chocolate in the microwave.

Dip strawberries, pretzels and raisins in the

chocolate. Let harden on wax

paper and enjoy.

Oh, say, do you know all the

words to The Star Spangled Banner? Congress made it

our national anthem in 1931.

National AnthemDay

Showcase talented students by putting on a concert today.

Music in OurSchools Month

Celebratetoday with lots of

apples—fresh apples for lunch, applesauce

or apple pie.

Johnny AppleseedDay

What does it mean when someone says “Use your

noodle?”

Casey Jones was a train engineer who became a folk hero. He was born on this

day in 1863.

National NoodleMonth

First Day of Spring

Everyone who dislikes his or her name can

be called “Joe” today.

March is said to be a windy month.

Fly a kite today.

Do some spring cleaning. Clean out your closets, dust your dresser and donate your

outgrown clothes.

National“Joe” DayNational Bubble

Month

This is the middle of the month and a festive day in the Roman calendar.

The day was dedicated to the

Roman god, Mars.

Write a poem today. See how many rhyming words you can

include.

Ides of March

The famous cliff swallows of Mission San Juan Capistrano are returning from

their winter vacation in Argentina.

Randolf Caldicott was born on this day in 1846. The Caldicott Medal

is awarded to children’s books

with superior illustrations. Have

you read any?

Make a list of the women who have made a difference

in the world.NationalWomen’sHistoryMonth

National PeanutMonth

Take a Walk inthe Park Day

Daylight SavingsTime Begins

Learn all you can about pigs today.

National Pig Day

A walk in the park can be calming

and re-energizing. Open your eyes and observe the wonders around

you.

The first map of the United States was published on this day in 1784. Can you draw a map of the area between your

house and your school?

Today is the anniversary of the first walk in space in 1965. Can you

find out something about space explo-

ration today?

Wear green today. Write a

story about finding a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.

The flower for the month of March is a

daffodil. Draw your favorite flower today.

The Girl Scouts were founded on this day in 1912. Find out if there’s a troop you can

join in your area.

Gather some past SWW Family magazines and make a collage

today. Be creative.

When you brush your teeth today, make sure your

brushing lasts for two minutes.

Did you remember to move your

clocks forward?

Pour bubble solution in a large, shallow pan. Dip a

new fly swatter into the liquid and make hundreds of

tiny bubbles.

The Iditarod sled dog race begins today in Alaska.

Meet the mushers at www.iditarod.com.

Cut a whole peanut shell in

half. Remove the nut. With

construction paper and yarn,

add hair and a hat to make your

peanut puppet.

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It’s easy to be swayed by your child’s adorable antics or plea for

sweets, but encouraging balanced nutrition, proper eating habits

and regular physical activity are key to a healthy childhood. And

studies show that children who get

a healthy start in life avoid more

serious health concerns as adults.

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