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Balancing Work and Family

Balancing the demands of work along with that

of your family can be a tough enterprise, but

the good news is there is much helpful advice

that can assist you to do so without too much

difficulty. One good tip is to make sure you have

the made correct kind of commitment to your

own brain and body. The keys to good health

in both of these areas are good rest, nutrition,

exercise, and even the odd bout of stillness.

Find out what works and start immediately.

Making a plan is also essential. Developing a healthy balance between work and life

does not happen overnight; plans need to be structured while also having some

degree of flexibility in order to deal with the unexpected changes that can and will

occur. Another good tip is to learn to let go. Unnecessary meetings, social media,

and even a few tedious acquaintances should be at the top of anyone’s list of things

to get rid of that are only hogging your time and cluttering up your life.

Health Tips for a Longer Life

There are many ways in which you can do things to try to

extend your life, some of which may be more unusual than

others. One interesting observation made by a recent study

suggests that women who live in places that have vegetation

surrounding them had a mortality rate that is 12 percent

lower than those who live in areas with little to no greenery.

Around one third of this extended longevity appears to be

explained by lower levels of depression and better mental health; however,

researchers also believe that an important role is played by less exposure to

pollution in the air and opportunities for exercise and social activities.

Something else you can do to get healthier and extend your life is to reduce the

amount of time you sit at work. Researchers have found that sitting less can reduce

body fat and cut down on the chances of chronic disease.

Having an active social life is also a plus, with research from the United Kingdom

suggesting that social isolation and loneliness increase the chance of stroke or heart

attack by as much as 30 percent.

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Monthly Joke The Right to an Attorney

Max was caught red-handed

burglarizing a store. At the police

station he refused a lawyer, and he

was quickly brought to a courtroom

for a preliminary hearing.

The district attorney quickly

summarized the case against him.

When he was finished, the judge

asked,

“How do you plead?”

“Uh, before I plead guilty or not

guilty,” Max said nervously, “I think

I want a lawyer.”

“You have already declined legal

representation,” the judge said, “but

of course we’ll appoint a public

defender to represent you if you

desire. But Max,” she said, “given

the evidence against you, what do

you expect a lawyer to say in your

defense?”

Max shrugged. “I’d like to hear what

a lawyer could say too!”

Monthly Quote

“I think if human beings had genuine

courage, they’d wear their costumes

every day of the year, not just on

Halloween.”

—Douglas Coupland

AUGUST 2016 – REYNOLDA

Preparing for School: Getting Back into The Groove

Summer vacation is a wonderful time to enjoy. There is often less

structure, fewer scheduling demands and a lot of fun stuff for the entire

family to enjoy. Transitioning from summer vacation to the start of the

school year can be difficult for kids, so parents can start to make the

gradual changes throughout July and August to get back into the routine.

To help your children, and to also make your life less stressful the first

few weeks of the school year, starting to get back into a routine is very

important. This is particularly true if your kids are not morning people and

they enjoy their sleeping in time over the summer.

Set the Alarm

You don't have to automatically start setting the alarm for the time you get

up on school days if you begin early. Set the alarm just about 15 minutes

before the kids normally get up. Then, every week, move it back a bit to

ensure that at least a week before school starts they are up at the time you

need them to be to get ready to walk, catch the bus, or have you drive

them to the school.

Schedule a Reading/Homework Time

Studies show that children that read and continue to do math over the

summer have better retention of information than students that don't. By

having a scheduled 20-30 minute reading time, which is also a great time

for Moms and Dads to model reading, and also having a few worksheets

or online math, spelling and writing activities, kids are better prepared to

head back to school.

Making Breakfasts

While many children may have lunch at the school, preparing breakfast

the night before as a family is a great way to not only help children to get

organized in the morning but also to spend some time together.

A great option for a nutritious breakfast is to combined rolled oats with

different types of berries, nuts and fruit in small mason jars. Pour milk

over the top and sprinkle with cinnamon and honey, then let stand covered

in the fridge overnight. This is a great grab and go breakfast that it is

nutritious, fun and very easy to make.

Tips for Growing Families

A healthy diet is vital when it comes to living

a life that is both active and lengthy. It is

important to eat a variety of healthy, real

foods and to cut down on the number of

processed calories that we consume. You can

help your kids develop healthy eating habits

in the future by focusing on particular

practices or nutrients when they are at

different ages. Good nutrition is pretty simple

for babies, who should receive iron-fortified

formula or breast milk as their primary

nutritional source for their first year of life.

The introduction of solid food can start when

babies start to sit on their own after gaining

some neck strength. It is best to wait until

they are around six months old before doing

this, according to recent research. Toddlers

should be allowed to feed themselves, even if

that can get messy, to develop their appetites

along with their motor skills. Toddlers’ tastes

can change wildly and sometimes it may take

as many as 20 exposures to an unfamiliar

food before they will be willing to eat it on

their own. Older children and teenagers lead

busy lives, but it is still vital that they eat

well-balanced meals. Snacking is common at

this age, so be sure to have snacks on hand

that are nutritious and portable, such as

wholegrain muffins, nuts, string cheese, and

pre-cut vegetables and fruits.

Tech Tips to Cope with Flying

Airplanes represent an incredible

achievement, but flying can be stressful,

nerve-wracking and downright nauseating

depending on your feelings toward it. A

surprising number of people are genuinely

afraid of flying, and many others are less than

thrilled by the prospect if it becomes a

necessity. The good news, however, is that

there are some technology tips that can help

ease the fear for even the most nervous flyer.

Noise-cancelling headphones can be a

godsend on flights. Other people are often

responsible for a lot of the stress associated

with flying, such as couples bickering or

babies crying. Over 99 percent of all external

noise can be blocked out by noise-cancelling

headphones, so you will be able to watch the

in-flight movie, listen to music, or just get

some peace and quiet for the entire journey.

Entertainment is also important to keep your

mind off your uneasiness for the duration of

the journey. Ensure all of your electronics

have been fully charged prior to take-off and

remember to bring an external battery charger

with you.

Tips for Learning to Cook

Cooking is a vital skill to learn that will not

only make your life easier but also improve

your health.

Cooking real food carries with it a vast array

of benefits, including saving a lot of money

on expensive takeout and restaurant food and

also being sure of exactly what it is you are

eating.

One of the best cooking tips is just to cook every

meal. Cooking at every given opportunity is the single best thing you can

do to increase your cooking skills.

It is simply about trial and error, and the only really “bad cooks” are those

who give up after early failures. Those who carry on and learn from their

mistakes will soon become masters of the art.

Along the same lines, it is also a good idea to avoid being too ambitious

when first starting. Start with something relatively simple and then work

your way to the really complicated stuff as your confidence in the kitchen

grows.

Making something really delicious is another cool tip. Nothing is likely to

make you want to cook more than being responsible for the creation of

some truly tasty treat you really enjoy.

Spark Imagination in Your Children

Most parents want to raise children who are

creative and resourceful. Here are some tips for

encouraging their creativity from a young age:

• Ask them to describe what they’ve done. When your child draws a picture or makes a

statue from clay, ask him or her about it.

Encourage the child to explain why he or she

chose the subject and what different colors

mean. You’ll get them thinking about their imaginative decisions.

• Answer questions with questions. If your son asks, “Why is the sky

blue?” ask him, “Why do you think?” before giving him the answer. This

helps children start to learn how to reason out answers on their own.

• Let kids get bored. Don’t try to keep them entertained 24/7. Allow

children to find their own (safe) ways of having fun without your

supervision. They’ll learn now to depend on other people for mental

stimulation.

• Tolerate mistakes. Kids need to learn that mistakes are OK. Don’t be a

perfectionist with their projects. Talk about what does work, and what

your child might do differently next time. Leave him or her feeling

positive about the attempt.

How to Work with a Financial Adviser

There are some tips that can help people

who are just beginning to work with a

financial adviser.

If you employ the services of a financial

adviser, you are essentially acknowledging

that you are in need of assistance, value

good advice, and are willing to follow the

recommendations given to you by your

adviser.

You may have no interest in doing your

own investing when you could be spending

that time on your career, your hobbies, or

with your family and friends.

The first task your adviser will undertake is

to develop a financial plan in regard to a

sustainable and adequate income to last for

your lifetime. This will contain a portfolio

allocation and investment strategy.

A good adviser will tell you that the

allocation of your portfolio should be

determined not by the latest headlines but

by your own personal goals. You will need

to provide your adviser with a lot of

information so that they can create such a

plan.

Your spouse should be involved in this plan

if you are married. Advisers should provide

conservative estimates for investment

returns as even the greatest portfolio will

experience losses occasionally and not

make money every year.

Parent Questions and Answers: Question: What do we need to do if our childcare needs will be changing in the Fall? Answer: Please let management and your classroom teachers know if your enrollment plans will be changing. If you will be leaving CDS, we do ask for a two-week notice.

Happy Birthday!

August 4 Ethan August 20 Elijah August 6 Carson August 24 Aamir August 7 Cardel August 27 Gregory August 7 Miakhi August 28 Camarie August 16 Isaiah August 29 Colton August 16 Victoria

Staff Birthday: Ms. Hannah August 5th

Take A Look at What We Are Doing…

Infants: This month, we will talk about Pets. We will learn about cats, dogs, fish and rabbits. We will talk about what sounds the animals make while pointing to animal pictures in books. We will also learn the sign language words for the animals. We will compare big and little animals. Toddlers: Swim into action with the toddlers as we explore pond life! This month we will learn about the different animals that live in the sand such as frogs, ducks, fish, and dragonflies! We will also learn the sign language words for these animals. Twos: This month we will talk about what we see at the beach. We will discuss beach gear, beach weather and beach safety. We will also review our colors, numbers, alphabet letters, shapes and go over the days of the week. We are looking forward to the last month of the summer! Threes: We are getting ready to leap into the month of August. We will be talking about summer and the things we do during the summer during the month of August. Some of our friends may be vacationing, but we will be using that time as a sharing and learning experience. We will also be talking about cultural diversity and how it is very important to respect others. Fours I: This month, we will be learning about many wonderful things! We will start with Back to School, then learn about apples, the wheels on the bus, and our families. Our letters to learn will be U, T, S and R. We will also continue to learn about colors. This month our colors will be red, green, blue and pink. We’ll also keep practicing fair play and friendship in our classroom. Fours II: Time is winding down for our mini-summer camp to come to an end. In August, we will talk about the great outdoors, math and technology, space week and end with a weird, wacky and wonderful week! Our Pre-K will be going off to Kindergarten in the Fall and we are excited for them! After-Schoolers: Summer is almost over and school will begin. We have many fun things left in August to end our summer camp with. We will take our minds to another dimension of the world as we discuss outer space. We will also think like Albert Einstein as we work on some classroom science experiments such as a volcano! It will be fun!

Look what some of our Summer Campers are saying!! “I like this summer that we did the pizzas. I liked the drums from Kenya and the lanterns from China. I liked that we did the recipe book and snow cones.” – Nicole “My favorite field trip is Lazy 5 Ranch so far. My favorite food was cooking pizzas because we got to make our own pizzas and put anything on it! We made the tie dye towels, I liked it! I had a lot of fun so far this summer. Keep your child at Creative Day School, it’s the best.” - Danazjan “We went to the park and we had a wonderful time. I liked when we went to Lazy 5 Ranch, we got to feed animals. We made bagel pizza and a fruit basket. We went to the Art quest. We also learned sign language, and we do songs and letter. And we talked about recipe books and fruit salad. And what I love about Creative day is that we support each other.” – Desiree’ “We have a lot of fun field trips and a lot great toys. A lot of our field trips get us out in nature. My favorite field trip was Lazy 5 ranch. Because we got to feed different animals and a lot of the animals eat in different ways and the giraffe has to put his head in your bucket.” – Camarrius “I like gymnastics!” – Guolet, Talon, Colta, Makayla & Dazari “I like the water park!” – Emmaleigh, Allanah, Asjia, Aurdrey, Nina & Ender