LD and ADHD Newsletter

Dear Parents,

Easter is coming! Welcome the Easter Bunny into your home. Kids love this holiday's challenging egg hunts, colorful crafts, and yummy treats.

Holding a child back in school can have risks as well as benefits. Consider what our experts and other parents have to say about the decision.

Also in this issue, learn some strategies for dealing with the behavior problems associated with ADHD. We have strategies for at home and away, and advice to help you cope.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Easter Fun
Easter crafts and activities make for a sweetly colorful day!

Easter Crafts for Kids Ideas for Easter Egg Decorating Beyond the Easter Bunny: Other Notable Rabbits Easter Recipes

Easter Egg Hiding Spots Peeps Quiz Egg Games Eggshell Mosaics Homemade Easter Gifts for Kids More Easter Fun

Holding Your Child Back
Read some opinions about having kids repeat a year of school, and join the discussion.

The Risks of Repeating a Grade Helping Retained Children Expert Advice: Kindergarten Expert Advice: Developmental Readiness

Expert Advice: Non-Academic Reasons Expert Advice: Third Grade Decisions of Other Parents More from Our Experts Give Your Opinion

ADHD Behavior
Ease the tension caused by ADHD with behavior management.

Preventing Behavior Problems at Home Preventing Problems Away from Home Reinforcement Establishing Routines Effective Behavior Strategies Controversial Interventions

Dealing with Hyperactive/Impulsive Behavior Dealing with Siblings Relaxation, Guided Imagery, & Visualization Techniques for Kids Stress-Busters for Mom More on ADHD Behavior

Birthday Gift Giving Guide
Finding that special birthday gift no longer has to be stressful. These lists of top ten birthday gift ideas for kids ages 0-5, 6-10, 11-13, and 14-18 will stimulate your creativity. Plus we have unique ideas for baby's first birthday and the year your child turns sweet sixteen.

Liven Up Your Desktop
RSS is a way of bringing fresh content directly to your desktop. FamilyEducation.com has launched three great new RSS feeds: Daily Printables for Ages 4-6, Daily Printables for Ages 7-11, and Daily Games and Quizzes. Get your free subscriptions today!

		Join in this discussion on our Message Boards about repeating first grade: "My son, Jacob, is in the first grade. He will be 7 on August 15, so he's one of the youngest in his class. He has been struggling all year with reading, which often affects other subjects. He goes for special reading help with the learning specialist and has made some very slow progress...His teacher really feels that he should be held back in first grade...I asked her if she felt it was an attention problem...She does not think he's exhibiting symptoms of ADD... Any ideas?" — mom2julesjake

Is Your Home Energy-Efficient?
An energy-efficient home can save you hundreds of dollars in energy costs, while doing some good for the environment. Find out if your home is energy-efficient, and then get energy-saving tips to cut down on your bills.

Predict Your Child's Height!
Try our Child Height Predictor to calculate how your little one will measure up.

Poll: Retention

What do you think about holding kids back a grade? Vote now. 34% It can be helpful if it's done before second grade. 22% It's harmful -- I wouldn't retain my child. 44% It's helpful at any age if the child isn't ready to move on to the next grade.