http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/blog/archive/2009/11/23/laundry-room-wall-decor-for-less.aspxMon, 23 Nov 2009 22:58:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57029LauriePatsalidesIt can be quite expensive to purchase laundry room wall décor, but if you have a photo capable printer, then you can make a customized laundry room wall décor display for less than $10.00. Research the pictures you'd like to use by googling the terms, “laundry pictures”. Aol.com has a nice set of laundry pictures . Once in aol picture...http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/blog/archive/2009/11/20/how-to-make-garland-from-old-cards.aspxSat, 21 Nov 2009 19:01:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:56751LauriePatsalidesHere's how to recycle your old cards and make a beautiful garland from them. Materials Needed: Old cards (any style) Cookie cutter in any shape you like Clear sewing thread or fishing line Sewing needle Scissors Pen Procedure: Start by considering the theme you will use for the garland. This could be virtually any theme you have cards for. In t...http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/articles/55289.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 14:25:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55289LauriePatsalidesI have found the best potty training book to share. Simply called, "The Potty Book," it is a wonderful resource for parents and toddlers who are embarking down the road of potty training. For many parents this can be a stressful time, but with this potty training book, your mind will be at ease. Potty Training Advice for the Stressed-Out Pa...http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/blog/archive/2009/10/11/money-saving-tips-when-throwing-an-infant-or-toddler-birthday-party.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 04:08:34 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52145LauriePatsalidesTry these money saving tips when throwing an infant or toddler theme birthday party. Your guests will be in awe of the fortune you seemingly spent and your child will be delighted with the lavish birthday celebration. 1- Choose the birthday party theme. This is quite easy if you base the theme upon your child's favorite character or cartoon. Fo...http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/blog/archive/2009/10/10/how-to-choose-and-read-books-from-infant-through-preschool.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 21:00:58 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52101LauriePatsalidesTry these tips when purchasing books: 1) Infants- infants will do best with soft books in bright or black and white colors. Books that have textures and/or squeaks, mirrors and crinkles inside are great choices too. Show the baby the colors and let him or her stare at each page. This will help to develop their ability to focus. Let the baby touch t...http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/blog/archive/2009/10/10/advice-on-buying-toddler-toys.aspxTue, 17 Nov 2009 21:45:27 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52099LauriePatsalidesToys, toys, toys, there are so many choices for toddlers. And how does one really know how to buy the best toddler toys? I was thinking of advice for new moms and their family members about buying toys for toddlers. Follow the acronym TOYS the next time you go out for the big splurge. T- test it. A good test to see if your toddler is really interes...http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/articles/38286.aspxSat, 03 Oct 2009 18:08:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:38286LauriePatsalidesHave you ever wondered what the phrase "lifelong learning" means? As teachers we commonly use the phrase, "We are raising lifelong learners." So what is the definition of lifelong learning and how does it relate to teaching? Lifelong Learner Defined In it's general, most broadest sense, lifelong learning (LLL) means a contin...http://www.brighthub.com/hubfolio/laurie-patsalides/blog/archive/2009/06/09/top-ten-quotes-about-education.aspxSun, 11 Oct 2009 03:17:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:38288LauriePatsalidesIf you are looking for some great education quotes for a graduation ceremony, or to share with other parents and teachers, then look no further. I like to take these quotes about education and use them in weekly newsletters, to write an honor's speech or graduation speech, in thank you cards, or just to post in the classroom for encouragement t...