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On the cover: Nolan Dunivin, age 5. Mother is Cherise Fox of Centralia.

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September

EVENTS

“Jungle Paradise” by Bernie Bleha studio #4

September 1Historic WWll B-17s All day, Chehalis-Centralia AirportThe Chehalis-Centralia Airport will host a fly-in of B-17 Bombers in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the allied victory in WWll. Ground tours will be available. Cockpit tours also available for $5 per person or $10 for a family. Event runs through September 7th. For more information, please visit ci.chehalis.wa.us.

September 11Washington State Fair All week, Puyallup FairgroundsActivities include concerts, a rodeo, free music and shows, rides, food, animal exhibits, tractor tracks and more. For more information, please visit thefair.com.

September 18ART trails Gala Opening and Studio Tour 4 p.m., Centralia Historic Train DepotArtwork includes paintings, sculptures, glass, jewelry, pottery, mixed media, fiber art, carved wood, basketry, enameling, collage and more. Event goes through the weekend and includes viewing artwork, talking with artists and watch them work at their studios. For more information, please visit artrailsofsww.org.

September 19Summer’s End at Lacey Rod, Custom & Specialty Car Show9 a.m., Huntamer Park in Woodland SquareA huge array of collector cars, games vendors, prizes and more. Admission is free. For more information, please visit visitthurstoncounty.com.

Cowlitz Prairie Pow Wow1 p.m., Toledo High SchoolTraditional American Indian drumming, dancing and singing along with a grand entry at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., salmon dinner at 5 p.m., and a dance competition with cash prizes. For more information, please call (360) 280-2321 or visit cowlitz.org.

September 26Her Majesty’s Marketplace10 a.m., Yard Birds Mall, Chehalis Dress-up and come enjoy a renaissance-themed market. Event includes handmade artisans and merchants, food vendors, entertainment stages, children’s activities, crowd-interactive games and more. For more information, please visit ci.chehalis.wa.us.

Nisqually Watershed Festival7 a.m., Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, OlympiaThe event features art, discovery and family fun with a free lecture series, guided walks, music and great food and more. Bring a t-shirt to make a fish print with a real Nisqually salmon. All parking is at River Ridge High school and a free shuttle will be available to the event. For more information, please visit visitthurstoncounty.com.

Check out some cool pieces of art like this piece on the ARTrails studio tour!

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LibrariesVisit TRL.org for locations and times for these fun ongoing library activities: Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Book BabiesFor infants birth to 24 months Join in programs of very short stories, songs, rhymes and play and discover the joy of language with your baby. Afterwards adults can visit while babies play with toys and sturdy books.

Toddler TimeFor 2-year-olds Programs include simple stories, rhymes, songs and movement games that children and adults can enjoy together.

Preschool Story TimeFor children ages 3 to 6Join in a program of stories, rhymes, songs and movement games. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to join in.

Family Story TimeAges 6 and underJoin in for stories, rhymes, songs and movement games.

Mother Goose Play GroupBirth to age 6Join in songs, stories, rhymes, group games, and free play. Enjoy talking with other parents as your child explores books, toys and blocks.

Mops and Mom GroupsCentralia Mothers

of Preschoolers (MOPS)Whether you are a new mom or a mom of

a kindergartner or younger child, you are invited to a place designed especially for you. Here you’ll experience authentic community, mothering support, personal growth and spiritual hope, all to help you be the best

mom possible. Meetings are the 2nd and 4th Thursdays (September-May) at the Centralia

Nazarene Church, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Childcare provided. For more information, please go to centraliachurch.com or call Sena at (360) 736-1217.

Chehalis Mothers of Preschoolers

Join us at Bethel Church (132 Kirkland Rd.) on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays during the school year from 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. The 4th Tuesday is a community outing

and the 2nd Friday is mom’s night out (no childcare provided). If you are pregnant

or have a child through preschool age, you are welcome to join! For more information call Samantha Edson at (253) 370-9737 or email

[email protected].

Breastfeeding Coalition of Lewis CountyCome visit every second Tuesday of the month to promote and support breastfeeding. All are welcome. For more information, please call (360) 740-1234.

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BATS

Photo Courtesy William S. Saturn, Wikimedia Commons

The largest bat colony in the world is in

Bracken Cave, Texas. During the summer,

this cave is home to as many as 20 MILLION Mexican free-tailed bats.

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Bats can live for over 30 years.

Bats can be found in most parts of the world — forests, deserts, jungles and cities!

One insect-eating bat

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night.

Baby bats are called pups.

There are a lot of different kinds of bats —

from the tiny bumblebee bat (which is the

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School is back in session. That means running around from here to there for this or that activity. But what about an activity to do together? Consider kid-friendly building projects that will encourage creativity, planning, learning — and as an added bonus can often be completed outdoors. Start with a small kid-build. Or think big; crossing a project off of your own to-do list and get the whole family involved.

Building Memoriesby Misty Henning of Centralia

Danielle Craig, mother of two and Youth Program Director/Teacher for the Salvation Army’s Cultivating Youth Program strongly encourages the availability of hands-on learning for youth of all ages. Her students helped to build and now maintain a community garden in Centralia. “Not every kid fits within the box,” says Craig. For many, a chance to create with their hands and think outside the box is just the break they need from the classroom work. “Those kids that struggle in the classroom,” she adds, “often shine outdoors when they can work with their hands.” What better way to teach life skills and concepts

than by making the results of their labor a reward in and

of itself? Kid-friendly

building projects can range in difficulty

and in parent involvement. Ernie

Von Seggern is in charge of the kids workshop at

our local Home Depot and has organized and

lead a number of projects at different schools in our area.

His first tip for parents is, “Make sure it’s age appropriate. If not, I’ve

seen kids get frustrated and not want to do the project because it’s no fun just

watching.”


by dipping pinecones in peanut butter and then rolling them in bird seed. Yarn or twine can be used to hang them in the tree branches. These little feeders will be useful as winter approaches and birds have a harder time finding food. A great first

project for older children (elementary age to junior high) could be building their own

child-sized toolbox where they can store their tools for future endeavors. With any project involving nails, Von Seggern

recommends pre-drilling the holes. “That way it shows the kids clearly

where the nail should go and makes sure it goes in straight.” This is usually an

included feature in the kid-friendly sets that can be purchased at the

hardware store or online. Some sites offer patterns if

you have the ability to cut your own pieces. Check

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Once everything is set up Von Seggern encourages parents to take a back seat, letting the kids make their own decisions on how it will look and trying skills that are new to them. We are well-intentioned and want our kids to be happy with the end product but the pride and satisfaction that comes from building it independently and in their own fashion, is the true goal. “Of course the parent CAN do the whole thing… but that’s not really the point now is it?” said Von Seggern.

Building our vegetable garden was one of the

highlights of my boys’ summer last year said Craig. “There is a value in getting your hands dirty and it seems to keep their minds captivated in a different way.”

So get creative; work together and in the process you may find you’ve build more than something made of wood and nails. You’ve built great memories.

Even if you are not supervising the entire project make sure you help set your child up for success by providing all of the necessary material in an organized manner.

Craig suggests charging younger kids with making bird feeders

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Check your local hardware store for possible workshops or kid-centered activities. Von Seggern has watched the monthly kids workshop at Home Depot grow from less than 50 kids when he first started in 2005 to an average of 150 kids who come in to create and build every first Saturday of the month!

Lowes offers workshops every other Saturday morning.

Home Depot offers their workshop the 1st Saturday each month.

Both Home Depot and Lowes activities are free.

If your child enjoys less hammer and nails and more glue and scissors, craft stores like Michaels and Joanne’s also offer weekly craft workshops for a small fee.

The Hands-on Children’s Museum in Olympia is all about creating and constructing and even has a room full of supplies for children to make their own creations or join in on frequent staff-lead projects. Free Friday Nights are available on select Fridays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Fun Ideas this month:

Home Depot:September 5th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.Build a football toss gameFree.

Hands On Children’s MuseumMakeSpace Tools: RocketsSeptember 6th 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free with admission

Michaels:September 12th 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Build a Bird feeder. Cost is $2.

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When the time is up, count how much popcorn is in each persons cup.

The person with the most wins!

Popcorn GamesSchool starts this month, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. Grab your family for a movie night, and before you sit down to enjoy the flick, have some fun with that bowl of popcorn.

Popcorn Relay:What you need:PopcornToothpicksCupsTimer

How to play:Make teams of two.Put an empty cup at the end of a room or hallway.Set the timer.At the other end of the room or hallway, have each person pick up a piece of popcorn, using only two toothpicks (no stabbing popcorn) and carry it across to the empty cup. RepeatMost in the cup after 1 minute wins!


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Many children struggle with fears that can consume parts of their day (not to mention ours), steal their joy and make us as parents feel frozen and desperate in knowing how to help their child break free from these fears. Some common fears that I hear about in my private practice are: fear of dogs, monster under the bed, sleeping in their bed, the dark, going to the doctor, getting shots and thunder and lightning. Fears can be broken down into two categories — fantasy or real.

First and foremost it is very important that you do not make your child feel badly for having these fears. Shaming your child will only make the fears worse. Instead, allow your child an opportunity to talk at length about their fear one time. Encourage them to talk about it in great detail. When they stop, ask them for more detail. Talk it to death, drain it, purge it and talk about it some more and just when you think you might have it all out of your child exhaust it a bit more and ask for more specifics.

I will first address fantasy fears. For example, the monster under the bed. Ask your child to tell you absolutely every last little detail about that monster that lives under her bed. The monster’s color, shape, size, smell, taste, sound, breed, where it came from, family, name, etc. Also, ask what exactly this monster does when it comes out from under the bed. Again, encourage great detail. Have your child act it out. Then have your child act out how they would respond

to the monster. Maybe she would use her special powers to defeat it, or draw a sword to slay it. Maybe she would pray that it would be gone — however she feels empowered and feels like she can overcome the monster. Have her keep acting out her response to the monster until she feels victorious over the monster under her bed.

In situations where a child is afraid of something that is more real in nature (such as dogs or shots) a different approach must be used. Most fears that stem from real life situations or objects often occur after a negative interaction. Overcoming this type of fear takes patience and a much slower approach with many positive successful interactions building upon each other. For example, for a child that is afraid of a dog, I would encourage to be first placed around the general vicinity of a KNOWN friendly leashed dog that the child can see from a distance. Once the child gets more comfortable with the dog being in the general area, the child can choose when to get closer to the dog. This can be done over a day or many different sessions. Eventually the child should be encouraged to get closer and closer as the child feels closer to the dog. Once the child feels comfortable the child may feel it is safe enough to reach out and touch the dog and pet him/her. This process can be done over any given time period as long as the child feels empowered and comfortable. Once the child “warms up” to the dog and begins to understand how to appropriately

CHILDHOOD

FEARSby Becky M. Cox-Tuning of Olympia


touch and pet the dog and that not all dogs are mean, the fear of dogs will desensitize and become neutral. It also important to educate the child on how to correctly approach a dog and pet a dog for future safety reasons.

These examples are applicable for many different types of situations, just switching out the context of what your child is dealing with.

Seek professional help when: A fear prevents a child from engaging in normal

daily activities on a long-term basis (week or longer). A fear prevents a child from engaging in an activity

that the child typically enjoys and loves. If a child has exhausted you as their parent with

their fears. *More often than not these types of fears are able

to be treated in just a few sessions and stress for all is decreased immediately.

Becky 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 is newly married and lives in Olympia with their four children.

“In my professional experience, most fears or phobias are outgrown by

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Soccer SpiritSoccer SpiritAngel Ball of Onalaska has played soccer since she

was four years old. The 16-year-old currently plays forward for Onalaska High School. Angel also has worked as a referee for the Lewis County Youth Soc-cer Association for two years. Angel started out as an assistant referee to her mom. After gaining experience, she began to take turns as center or assistant referee. Now she usually referees Under 10 (U10) games as the sole referee or U12 games both as a center referee and assistant referee.

Angel’s mom, Tamara Ball, says, “Refereeing is something we share and do together because we both love soccer so much. Watching her ref the little girls is so enjoyable and when they see her outside of refer-eeing they run up and give her hugs and ask her for soccer pointers.”

Angel likes being a referee because, “I love watch-ing the kids play.” She says referees have the best view in the house. Angel has had a positive experience with coaches or players. “Everybody has been very nice.”

The recommended age to referee is 14, but Lewis County Youth Soccer Association has allowed 12-year-olds as long as they are an assistant referee to an adult or referee for U10 and below. Kids and adults who want to become a referee need to take a class and pass an exam to become certified. Information on when and where classes are held and the pay scale can be found at lcysa.net.

Referees need to provide their own referee outfits (jersey, shorts, socks), whistle, notebook, and time keeping watch. Two different colored jerseys are rec-ommended so that the referee can change jersey colors to avoid using the same color as one of the teams’ jer-seys. The referee notebook should include yellow and red cards for cautions and ejections.

by Kerry Serl of Napavine

Recommendations for New Referees

(from local Referees Keith Neely and John Serl)

Players and Parents

Kerry Serl lives in Napavine. Her husband coaches and referees for Napavine Youth Soccer. Her 13-year-old son plays soccer and recently took the referee class.

Do your team proud and always model good sportsmanship. Soccer is a fast — paced game. Sometimes the referee has a better angle than people on the sideline. Sometimes you might have a better angle. But right or wrong, whatever the referee calls is the call. Say thank you to your coach, concession stand workers, soccer board and all other volunteers without whom there would not be recreational soccer in Lewis County.

• Be vocal and make sure the players can hear you.• Take a second or two when you see a foul to call it; take your time. • Make your call and live with it. Do your best.• Get a good whistle. • Be the one in charge. • Don't let the parents and coaches dictate your calls. • Keep the kids safe.• Life is not fair, but youth soccer refereeing generally is.

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Angel also is

active in school. She is currently

earning a 3.9 grade point average and is

participates in softball, basketball, Future Farmers of America, Science Club, ASB, and grant writing for the

science program. Soon Angel will enter Running Start, where she

plans to earn her associate degree while finishing

high school.

Money Angel has

earned as a referee paid for a new car. The vehicle she purchased

needed some work. Angel and her dad fixed it up together and were able to complete the car in

time for her 16th birthday.


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Vivi W., left, and her sister Brenna W. pose for a picture in front of the Southwest Washington Family magazine booth at the Community Farmers Market in Chehalis.

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Perhaps it was his gentle spirit that made Johnny Appleseed an American legend. Known as a loving, caring man, he was accepted as a peacemaker between Native Americans and settlers.

Over the years, stories grew out of the sketchy historical facts, and John“Johnny Appleseed” Chapman becamean American folk hero.

Legend claims that

Johnny Appleseed

once saved a wolf from a trap and that the wolf then traveled with Johnny and

his old horse.

Johnny Appleseed was born in Leominster, Massachusetts on September 26, 1774. His real name was John Chapman.

Johnny Appleseed got his name because of the role he played in planting apple trees in the midwestern part of

the United States.

In the late 1700s, the United States government granted land to people who would start farms. In order to keep the land, settlers had to show that they were going to stay and farm. One of the rules was that a settler had to plant 50 apple trees.

Johnny Appleseed saw that there was a need to supply seeds and seedlings to the settlers. He traveled west ahead of the pioneers and started apple

nurseries throughout what is now Ohio and Indiana.

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Can you find where each apple came from on the tree? The numbers match and so do the shapes!

Find the two apples that are alike.

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A strange prairie riddled with mysterious mounds — some six to eight feet tall and 30 feet across — make this a fun adventure for any geology loving family.

Over 400 acres designated a National Natural Landmark in 1968 by the National

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Most popular theories to the mound

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TsunamisGlaciers

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Butterflies!Many butterflies love it here. In the fall, look for

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Lorquin’s Admiral

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Fun Facts:

The Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve (NAP) was established in 1976 to

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2015

Stand close to a friend and toss them a football. For each successful catch, both of you take

one step backwards. How far apart will

you go?

Look for a recipe that uses citrus

and ask if you can help prepare it.

Get some construction

paper, scissors and tape and cover your books for school.

Look through The Chronicle for

events in your area this weekend. If you can’t find an event, plan a visit to a local museum

or art gallery.

Make a miniature golf course using

cleaned tin cans for holes. For ideas go

to boyslife.org/hobbies-projects/projects/718/fore/

Gather up some copies of The

Chronicle today and make a craft

using paper mache.

Write a letter to your

favorite actor or athlete. Will they write you

back?

Talk with your family about

careers that interest you. What kind of

education or training do those

jobs require?

Ask your parents what their favorite

childhood book was. Find a copy and read it with

them.

Mix blueberries in a blender with lemon

juice, water and sugar. Pour into popsicle

molds or an ice tray, insert a wooden stick

and freeze.

Write a poem for a grandparent

and draw a picture to go with it.

Be a super secret superstar!

Do something really nice for

someone without them knowing it. Keep it a secret!

Discuss the services of your

local library. Why are libraries

important?

Tidy your bedroom today. Make your

bed and leave your room as nice as

possible.

Arrrrrr!Look in books and online for

some great pirate phrases to get

ready for “Talk Like a Pirate

Day!”

Celebrate the signing of the

Constitution by flying the flag

and reciting the Preamble.

Think of 10 things in your life that are really good. Then think of something not-so-good and a

way it could be improved.

What is your birthstone?

If you were born in September,

your birthstone is a sapphire.

Tonight, see if you can write down all the names of the kids in your class from

memory. Did you forget anyone?

This is the first day of autumn.

Use a crayon and a sheet of blank paper to gentlydo some leaf

rubbings. Ask a parent to help you.

Check the batteries in your

home smoke detectors today. Be sure to test them weekly.

Look up “How to Make a Paper Hat”

today. Gather materials, get

together with some friends and make

some fun hats.

Help clean up in the garden today and

think about planting something now that

will bloom next year.

Take a hike to search for signs of autumn.

Comedy tonight! Rent a funny movie

for the whole family to watch.

InternationalLiteracy Day

Make your bed today. If you

don’t know how, ask a parent to

show you.

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Gather the family for an evening of

your favorite board or card games.

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Beginning September 9, 2015, Southwest Washington Dance Center, opens their fall season with a packed schedule that includes something for everyone.

Mission Statement Southwest Washington Dance Center is dedicated to professional quality instruction, appreciation and presentation of dance as an art form throughout Lewis County and greater Southwest Washington.

History SWDC was incorporated in 1982 by former professional dancer Dean Speer, working with a dedicated group of local dancers and teachers. The tradition of quality instruction began at that time with additional instructors being brought in from the urban areas of Seattle and Portland. These teachers brought impeccable resumes to the budding Dance School. The school has grown from primarily a Ballet School to one that includes instruction in Creative Movement, Parent/Toddler, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Acro, Tumbling and Rhythmic Gymnastics. The Ballet program also includes classes for men, partnering and pointe.

Staff The legacy of very talented and experienced teachers at SWDC remains a high priority. Classes are offered for students ages two to adult and students are placed with staff, who have expertise in their area of dance.

Curriculum The Dance Center offers a wide range of classes for dancers at all levels. For the 4-6 year olds, they offer a special program called Creative Movement. Children ages 2 and 3 can also participate in this program in a special Parent/Toddler class. These classes are developmentally

appropriate for young children and prepare them for more disciplined dance classes when they are older. The Ballet program continues to be the backbone of the studio. Classes from pre-ballet through advanced level pointe and partnering are offered. Classes are offered for those who wish to have a recreational class or for those who wish to pursue the highest level of achievement in a dance discipline. The Modern and Jazz programs at SWDC are very strong and dancers who take several disciplines excel in all they do. Community Connections SWDC has always had a tradition of giving the gift of dance to the community. They have worked hard to develop a professional Performance Company. The Performance Company participated in the tribute to Merce Cunningham, a local dancer/choreographer, who amassed world wide acclaim. Every year SWDC dancers perform in school and senior home tours, at the Southwest Washington Fair, perform in statewide Festivals and many other community events. They have also performed with the Community Concerts, NW Wind Symphony and for The Miss Lewis County Pageant.

The 33rd Season Offers The Nutcracker: The largest event that SWDC produces is the annual Nutcracker Ballet. This full-length ballet, features dancers from SWDC and is cast with adults and non-dancing children from the community. Nutcracker continues to be a magical delight to the Lewis and Thurston County

area. This year performances for the 20th annual Nutcracker will be on December 18, 19 & 20, 2015. A “Pay What You Can” dress rehearsal will be open to the public on Thursday, December 17. Dance Festival Northwest: An annual spring event sponsored by the dance center is Dance Festival Northwest. This brings dancers from all over the Pacific Northwest to participate in dance workshops and a public performance at Corbet Theatre. Each dance company brings its own work of ballet, modern or jazz to perform. Our own resident choreographers prepare pieces for SWDC dancers to perform in the festival. Mark your calendar for March 19, 2016. Spring Dance Concert: The third big event of the year is the annual “Spring into Summer” all school spring dance concert. All of the dancers from age two on up, have the opportunity to perform in a professional environment, in this very special concert. On June 23 & 25, four wonderful performances will be offered at Corbet Theatre.

Fall registration now taking place SWDC is a child and family centered school that gives the recreational dancer or the budding professional, the room to grow and learn in a safe and nurturing environment. You are invited to give them a call or come by the studio to receive detailed information about fall classes. Registration begins August 10th and will remain open until classes are full. SWDC’s address is 455 N. Market Blvd. in Chehalis. They are located in downtown Chehalis. You may reach them by phone at 306-748-4789 or view their schedule on their web page at www.swwdance.org.


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How long have you been teaching? I have been teaching for 34 years. I started out teaching for Head Start when my children were preschool age. Since then I have taught for the Olympia School District in the developmental preschools, for ECEAP and for Parent Cooperative Preschool. Fiddlesticks Cooperative Preschool is where I currently teach and is just a wonderful place to be.

What inspires you the most/what is your favorite part of teaching? I love teaching at a Parent Cooperative Preschool because I get to work with the whole family. The parents (or other family members) are required to participate in the classroom two times a month. I get a lot of dads who help, as well as grandparents. It is inspiring because I see children flourish because the family is so invested in their child’s education. My favorite part of teaching is planning curriculum that is hands-on and developmentally appropriate. I can tell when I got it right because the kids are so engaged in their exploration and learning. There is an active buzz in the classroom, and I love it.

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Teacher FeatureBobbi Chapman

Fiddlesticks Cooperative Preschool Bobbi Chapman (known as Teacher Bobbi) was voted this year’s

Southwest Washington Family’s Favorite Teacher!

"Teacher Bobbi is amazing. My

daughter has been in her c

lass for

2 years. She has taught her a lot."

~Local mom — and one of many who voted for

Teacher Bobbi in the SWW Family Favorites contest.


What hobbies/interests do you enjoy outside of the classroom?I have so many interests but very little time as I also work at Centralia College doing a couple of jobs. When I have time, I love to sew, quilt, and craft. I am a voracious reader. We are currently moving into a new home so I am spending way too much time on Pinterest looking up decorating ideas.

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? I always wanted to be a mommy. I still think that is the best and most important job I will ever do.

What made you decide to become a teacher?I was asked to be a teacher’s assistant to help a child with special needs. I loved it so much that I decided I wanted to become a teacher.

Do you have a mantra or quote you are always telling your students?“You can do hard things.”

What is a favorite teaching memory?After 34 years, I have so many. I cherish the memory of each child. Many of them still visit me and that warms my heart. Perhaps one of the things that tickles me the most is when the parents state, “I learn so much at preschool.”

Is there anything else you would like to add? I want to give praise to the work that families do with their children. They are their child’s most important teacher. After that, I advocate that you find a preschool teacher who allows them to learn in playful ways. Not only will they excel as they continue their education, they will find joy along the way.

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Fevers scare many parents. When a child's temperature rises, it can induce panic and helplessness. But when parents recognize that fevers are oftentimes not incredibly harmful to children, that recognition can reduce panic and over-reliance on fever-reducing medication.

If a child is healthy, a fever does not necessarily indicate anything serious. A fever is a rise in temperature initiated by the hypothalamus in the brain, which acts as the body's internal thermostat. The average body temperature is 98.6° Fahrenheit, but if body temperature is measured consistently throughout the day, this temperature will fluctuate. In fact, body temperature is often lower in the morning and higher in the middle of the day.

In many cases, the hypothalamus raises body temperature as the result of an infection or illness, according to the Nemours Foundation for Children's Health. It is believed that making the body less hospitable to viruses and bacteria helps reduce their propensity to grow and multiply.

A fever is often a good indicator that a person is sick, which can sometimes be difficult to determine if there are no apparent symptoms. This can alert parents and doctors to discover what is triggering the fever.

For parents of toddlers and older children, a fever of 103° Fahrenheit or less is generally nothing to run to the doctor about. There is no inherent harm in letting

the fever run its course, and it can actually prove beneficial in fighting the viral or bacterial illness that is causing the fever in the first place.

If your child is a newborn, a fever of 101° Fahrenheit or higher can be considered a medical emergency and should be evaluated by a doctor right away. Youngsters ages 7 weeks to 3 months should be brought to a doctor immediately if they have a fever of 101° Fahrenheit or higher.

If a child has a fever of 104° Fahrenheit or higher and his or her body temperature will not come down to 101° Fahrenheit or 102° Fahrenheit, even with treatment, this is a cause for concern. This guideline, courtesy of childhood medical expert Dr. Sears, can help parents determine if their child's body temperature is something they should be concerned about:

(For toddlers and older.)

� Normal temperature - 97 to 99 degrees.

� Low-grade fever - 99 to 100.9 degrees

� Common fever - 101 to 103.5 degrees.

� High fever - any fever over 103.6 degrees.

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Most pediatricians agree that a fever should not be treated with acetaminophen or ibuprofen if it

is not making a child extremely uncomfortable. These medications can be used if the child has pain or is complaining about how they feel about the fever. Acetaminophen is used every 4 hours while ibuprofen

lasts a little longer and is given every 6 to 8 hours.

When checking fevers, parents often wonder which thermometer is best. While some parents employ the

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� Ear Thermometer: This quick and easy

thermometer has become a favorite method. But accuracy

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Question: How do we know that the Bible is the WORD OF GOD? For the next few months we want to examine the evidence that points to the conclusion that the Bible is the Word of God.

I believe with all my heart that the Bible is the Word of God. Why? Because it is a product that is far beyond the power of man to produce. Its content and composition demand divine help.

Note, the Bible was written over a period of about 1600 years by about 40 different authors (inspired of God). These men ranged in vocation from fishermen to shepherds, to physicians, to kings. They wrote on such controversial subjects as sin, death, morals, redemption, etc., without collaboration with each other and without a single contradiction. And to make it even more spectacular, all of these 66 books put together tell a single story of God’s love for man and His plan to save him through Jesus Christ, His son. If you were to take two of the most brilliant philosophers of this day and ask them to write on the Biblical subjects of sin, death, morals, human redemption, etc., you would find many contradictions – imagine what would happen if this were done with 40 different philosophers!

Yes, God had a hand in writing the Bible; the unity of Scriptures demands this.

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