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reading

I know too much about ...

chiggars

My parents always told me ...

nothing I did could be worse than lying about it

My childhood ambition ...

was to teach

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camping and catching catfish

Why I write ...

I have a lot to say

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T is for Trespass

My first job ...

at a craft store at age 13 for credit for art supplies

My best moment ...

when my kids say "Read it again..."

My inspiration ...

the disciple, John

Hobbies & Games > Board Games Do board games give educational value as well as family entertainment

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A Family Game Night can offer both family entertainment and educational value. Manufacturers of game boards have been marketing the idea of family game night in recent years. I try hard to not be persuaded by most marketing strategies but this one I was game for.

Today, many old favorites as well as new fangled games for young children are available that reinforce colors, counting, memory and reading skills. They often utilize fine motor and eye hand coordination skills as little hands manipulate markers, cards or dice.

Along with teaching concepts like colors or math, games help y...

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