I am looking for a book or a movie geared at younger kids (mine is 7), that would start a conversation about things not always being as they appear. Kinda like how toys on TV never end up to be as cool as they look, or how some people make promises that sound good, but they just don't deliver. I'd like to help my daughter start to develop the intelligence and skill set to truly discern the difference between substance and smoke.
posted by lakersfan1222
on Dec 1, 2011 -
23 answers
Are there such things as Mutual Adoption Clubs as imagined in Aldous Huxley's novel,
Island? I'm looking for something like this, also similar to a Kibbutz or Co-op where a few families that are close friends live near each other (Sharing a house, being neighbors, living in the same apartment building, or maybe just in the same neighborhood). Families share child-rearing responsibilities primarily. Does anyone do this in a more-or-less structured fashion?
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posted by cman
on Nov 29, 2011 -
9 answers
What indoor games or activities would you recommend for entertaining a small group of younger kids during a dinner party?
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posted by rube goldberg
on Nov 29, 2011 -
7 answers
Looking for resources for understanding low-level (or is that high-functioning?) spectrum disorders related to children/toddlers.
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posted by cavalier
on Nov 29, 2011 -
4 answers
Seattle 2 year old is going stir crazy every day and needs to get out of the house. We're getting tired of our usual local activities, what are some of your favorites?
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posted by Slarty Bartfast
on Nov 27, 2011 -
15 answers
I am thinking about sending 25 Euro a month to
this charity (German language site), in order to provide schooling to one child in Kenya. How do I best check that this is a legit deal?
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posted by Omnomnom
on Nov 23, 2011 -
6 answers
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posted by zarq
on Nov 23, 2011 -
47 answers
What can I say to a 5 year old, when his parent is mentally unwell?
How can I explain, what can I do with him, and what structures can we put in place, to make his mother's (temporary, but severe) illness easier on him?
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posted by Elysum
on Nov 20, 2011 -
19 answers
We are creating a tablet that purifies water and delivers a nutritious "juice". However we are designers, not chemists, and we need some basic guidance.
Would it be problematic to combine chlorine (or preferably, a safer purification chemical) with a vitamin-based juice powder or liquid? Are there any health dangers to consider with this mixture?
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posted by thebigpoop
on Nov 10, 2011 -
22 answers
I need help identifying a children's book about a Giant who always oversleeps.
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posted by garius
on Nov 8, 2011 -
0 answers
How do I become more successful or popular with children? I love kids, but I don't know how to act around them.
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posted by bradly
on Nov 2, 2011 -
30 answers
Is there a guide for adult movies that are appropriate for children, in terms of psychological/emotional readiness?
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posted by aimeedee
on Nov 1, 2011 -
16 answers
[SmallMouseFilter]My sister has two adopted children, ages 3 and 1.5. The 3-year-old is quite adept with the mouse for their desktop PC, but struggles with the size of said mouse. I've looked around for smaller, kid-sized mice, but all of them are wired. The Google-Fu in this one is weak. Anyone have experience with a "mini" mouse that is also
wireless?
posted by kuanes
on Oct 22, 2011 -
9 answers
At what age should children:
a) No longer kiss their parents on the lips?
b) No longer see their parents naked?
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posted by zarq
on Oct 5, 2011 -
66 answers
Is there any way to change the circadian rhythms of a toddler so that s/he sleeps later in the morning?
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posted by xo
on Oct 4, 2011 -
19 answers
My Daughter and her amazing 2 children live with me. Granddaughter is two, Grandson is 9 months. Both of them have amazing personalities, they certainly won't grow up unable to express their needs or desires.
Long story short they are very intelligent, curious busy children who require a great deal of attention and activity. We are searching for age appropriate, safe, stimulating activities that will enrich their lives while also giving them structure.
They are both bright, determined, expressive children who exceed the expected development of other children their age. (I'm not tooting my Grandma horn, they really are quite unique and motivated at a very young age)
So anyone else out there with children like this, I would love suggestions, activities, movies, books, toys etc. that would keep them busy, happy and challenged!
posted by gypseefire
on Oct 2, 2011 -
15 answers
Please help find more audio comedy for my 8-year-old son. Touchstones: Hitchhiker's Guide, Cosby, Nick Danger.
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posted by argybarg
on Oct 1, 2011 -
21 answers
I have an idea for a children's book (well a series of books) but I can't draw to save my life. Where can I find someone to help with this?
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posted by birdlips
on Sep 28, 2011 -
14 answers
Which of the Babar books deal with death? This question stems from a childhood anecdote that goes a little something like this . . .
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posted by jason's_planet
on Sep 27, 2011 -
7 answers
Describe your experience traveling semi-adventurously (developing country, language barriers, etc) with a very small infant, like a few weeks old small. Specifically concerned with health and safety issues but also comfort and parental sanity.
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posted by Slarty Bartfast
on Sep 19, 2011 -
29 answers
Do I need to calm down A LOT, or is it okay to yell until I'm hoarse in the hopes of keeping them safe when my little kids create such out-of-control craziness?
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posted by minx
on Sep 18, 2011 -
45 answers
My youngest son is going as a Ghostbuster for Halloween and I'd really like to get him some combat boots to complete the costume. Not surprisingly its hard to find boots for a 4 year old. Any suggestions? (thanks)
posted by senseofsurreal
on Sep 16, 2011 -
17 answers
Where should we go as a family next? We have just returned home (Canada) from a great European visit (Germany, Belgium, Holland and England) and are already looking towards planning and saving for our next trip.
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posted by YukonQuirm
on Sep 9, 2011 -
10 answers
I am looking for the name of a toy that we used to play with a lot when we were growing up.
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posted by dbirchum
on Sep 9, 2011 -
11 answers
Parents (or others who clothe children) of Mefi - I need your help. Solid colored hoodies, unadorned, for small children/toddlers? Sizing question as well... please help a crafty non-parent?
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posted by librarianamy
on Sep 6, 2011 -
18 answers
Help me think up some fun ways of getting my 8-year-old excited for a trip to Paris!
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posted by BlahLaLa
on Sep 1, 2011 -
21 answers
Do very young children (she's 20 months) need--as in absolutely required, not simply 'discretionary,' 'recommended,' or 'helpful'--any sort of identification in order to board a domestic U.S. flight and fly in a parent's lap?
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posted by resurrexit
on Aug 31, 2011 -
14 answers
A friend is about to pass away. Please help me be as supportive and helpful as possible for her husband and young daughter during the next few months.
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posted by zarq
on Aug 23, 2011 -
26 answers
I live in NYC, where there are classes for children starting at birth. Baby yoga and soccer for 18 month olds and visual art as soon as they can stand. What are the best ages to start learning specialized things (assuming one is interested), like piano, ballet, swimming, baseball, soccer, chess, trapeze, animal husbandry, foreign language, martial arts, theater, etc.? I took gymnastics when I was nine and found that anyone who was competitively good at it had begun at six.
posted by xo
on Aug 22, 2011 -
17 answers
In regards to
this question, I got to thinking about best practices regarding posting photo's of other people, especially children, on my photo-heavy blog, and would like insight on this.
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posted by batikrose
on Aug 16, 2011 -
11 answers
Neighbour is social-media shy; I am not. Any 'best practices' for dealing with this when you still want to Facebook the kid's birthday party snaps?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 16, 2011 -
69 answers
Miss Manners Filter: How can I diplomatically mention to friends that their infants are not welcome at my upcoming birthday celebration?
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on Aug 9, 2011 -
96 answers
