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Helpful Toll-Free Numbers.................3 Addressing After School Dangers.......4 Flu Season & Your Child.....................5 Childhood Immunizations: Facts & Myths............................6 What’s New At Wic? ...........................7 Communication Development K thru 5th Grade.......................8 Feeding & Swallowing Disorders In Children.................................9 Coping With A Child’s Illness..........10 Child Care Centers.......................11-13 Hand Washing Tips For Your Child...............................13 Kids Fun Facts...................................14 CHIP/Children’s Medicaid...............15

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Addressing After-School Dangers

egardless of age, whether a child is 6 R or 16, it is crucial for parents to discuss safety issues with their children. According to

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• Pay attention to the adults your child interacts with-tutors, coaches, day care providers. new data released by the National Notice when Center for Missing & Exploited someone Children (NCMEC), it was found shows one that almost half of non family or all of your abduction attempts happen when a children a child is walking to or from school great deal of or a related activity. It was also attention or found that the majority of children begins giving affected by abduction attempts are them gifts. young girls (74 percent) between • Check out the ages of 10 and 14 years old. the latest Free Safety Handbook technology.

To help parents, NCMEC and Child Duracell have expanded their child locator desafety resources with the vices with GPS are a popular tool addition of a free “Child Safety Handbook.” being used in an effort to help keep children Because of the different stages of a child’s safer. These devices range from simple audio development, the handbook outlines age-apunits that will emit a high-volume beep until propriate safety tips and scenarios that parents the child is found, to cell phones, watches, need to be aware of. shoes, coats and backpacks installed with Here are a few tips from the Power of Parents GPS technology.

“Child Safety Handbook”: The Power of Parents Program offers a vari• Talk to your child. Teach young children ety of important child safety tools at their address and telephone number and how www.powerofparentsonline.com. to use a telephone. Make sure they know how These include a free downloadable child photo handle situations such as adults offering to ID guide, seasonal safety tips, a six month them a ride home. photo ID reminder service, a free children’s • Monitor Internet usage and set guidelines book designed to help 4- to 6-year-olds for the people they may communicate with. understand safety concepts and Teachable Only with your knowledge and supervision Moments Guides. should kids use web cams or post photos

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Flu Season and Your Child Source: Memorial Health System of East Texas t is estimated between one and five million Imore people will get the flu this winter. Even startling is more than 226,000 people

will be hospitalized with nearly 36,000 people dying from flu complications.

Influenza is spread by coughing, sneezing or nasal secretions. Other illnesses can have the same symptoms and are often mistaken for influenza. Anyone can get influenza, but rates of infection are highest among children. The good news is that the infection only lasts a few days. If you are unlucky and contract the virus you may experience fever, sore throat, chills, fatigue, cough, headache and muscle aches.

Should I get the influenza vaccine for my child?

The Centers for Disease Control recommends all children from six months through eighteen years of age should get the vaccine. Women who will be pregnant during influenza season should consider the vaccine, as well as caregivers for children from birth up to five years of age.

Allergic reactions to influenza are rare.

However, since the influenza vaccine virus is grown in eggs, children with severe egg allergy should not get the vaccine. If your child has had a severe reaction after a previous dose of influenza vaccine, tell your doctor.

Priority groups receiving the H1N1 shots are pregnant women, infant care givers, medical workers, children six months of age to twenty four year old adults.

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Childhood Immunizations: Facts and Myths Contributed by: Nacogdoches Medical Center

uch! Yes, those immunization shots can O hurt for a moment, but children should be vaccinated to protect them from suffering

through a potentially deadly bout of measles, diphtheria, polio, tetanus, meningitis, or whooping cough (pertussis). Some parents may wonder if vaccines are even necessary any more, but if immunization rates drop, vaccine-preventable diseases could make a comeback resulting in dire consequences.

The side-effects of vaccines may be uncomfortable, but they are not dangerous. Vaccines can cause a low-grade fever, soreness or redness at the injection site, headache, dizziness, fatigue or loss of appetite. In rare cases, children may have an allergic reaction to a vaccine. Some vaccines could cause a mild form of the disease, such as chickenpox, but the illness would be much less severe than if the child contracted the virus itself. Overall, vaccines are considerably safer than the diseases they prevent.

There is no clear evidence linking the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine to autism. A report from the Institute of Medicine found that thimerosal, an organic mercury compound used as a preservative in vaccines, does not cause autism. In addition, other studies have failed to show a link between some vaccines and sudden infant death syndrome, multiple sclerosis, or other problems.

All children should be vaccinated to prevent the spread of diseases. Because many people travel to and from other countries, there is no way of knowing if everyone a child comes in contact with has been immunized. Children who are not vaccinated run the risk of not only contracting a disease, but also passing it along to others. This occurred in the United States between 1989 and 1991 when a lapse in immunizations resulted in an epidemic of measles that caused an increase in the number

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of measles cases. This outbreak resulted in some cases of children with permanent brain damage and caused some deaths.

Immunizations should be given to children when they are healthy and young to reduce the risk of contracting a disease and suffering complications. Because immunizations work by preventing an illness, a vaccine will not work if the child is already sick. Postponing vaccinations until a child is older may be too late. “Make sure your children get all their immunizations and also get them on time, as it protects against dangerous diseases,” said Modupe Sokunbi. M.D., Pediatrician.

Children need to get additional shots to continue their immunity against certain diseases. Periodic, or booster, shots are required for several vaccines, including tetanus and pertussis. It is important to keep an accurate record of childhood vaccinations so the doctor can give boosters when needed. Skipping vaccines is not a good idea, as this can leave a child vulnerable to certain diseases.

If children fall behind on their immunization schedule, catch-up shots may be given without repeating a dose of an earlier vaccine.

Children should be immunized even if the disease rarely occurs in the Graphics from Edu-Dula United States.

Diseases such as measles or polio still exist in other parts of the world, and it may be easy to come into contact with the illnesses through travel. For more information about childhood immunizations, talk with your doctor or visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at www.cdc.gov/vaccines.

What’s New at WIC? Source: Northeast Texas Public Health District

IC has provided nutritious foods for W households across America since the early 1970’s. Eligible individuals and fami-

lies receive foods which provide protein, iron, calcium, vitamins C&D and dietary fiber.

Food choices have remained mostly unchanged since the program’s beginning, until now that is. Beginning this year, WIC is proud to offer new choices that reflect the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Healthy nutrition for infants and children begins in pregnancy. During this critical time of fetal development women’s dietary needs are supported by WIC foods high in folate such as fortified breakfast cereals and beans. Now women also receive fruits, vegetables, and whole grain foods. Women

who breastfeed their infants exclusively are eligible to receive tuna or salmon in addition to the other items, and a greater amount of foods each month after the baby is born.

Additionally, WIC now offers baby foods for infants. After reaching six months of age, infant food packages include jars of baby fruits or vegetables. As older infants begin spoon-feeding and making the transition to eating more solids, baby cereals are offered to support their growing nutritional needs.

Parents can help their children develop healthy food preferences by offering the fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables WIC includes once they reach their first birthday. As their dietary needs change they can better meet those needs for dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, and a variety of antioxidant compounds which fruits and vegetables provide.

The whole grain foods available to program participants include whole wheat bread, corn or whole wheat tortillas, quick oats, and brown rice. A variety of whole grain options are available to increase the nutritional value of sandwiches, entrees, breakfast foods, and other tasty combination meal items.

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Communication Development: K Thru 5th Grade

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Source: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

hat should I expect my child’s speech and language development to be during elementary school? This article is the first of a series that will cover all grades from Kindergarten thought the 5th and answer this question for you.

Kindergarten By the end of kindergarten your child should be able to do the following: Listening: Follow 1-2 simple directions in a sequence; Listen to and understand age-appropriate stories read aloud; Follow a simple conservation.

Speaking: Be understood by most people; Answer simple “yes/no” questions; Answer openended questions (e.g. “What did you have for lunch today?”); Retell a story or talk about an event; Participate appropriately in conversations; Show interest in and start conversations.

Reading: Know how a book is read (e.g., read left to right, etc.); Understands that spoken words are made up of sounds; Identify words that rhyme (e.g. cat and hat); Compare and match words based on their sounds; Understand that letters represent speech sounds and match sounds to letters; Identify upper- and

lowercase letters; Recognize some words by sight; Read a few picture books from memory; Imitate reading by talking about pictures in a book.

Writing; Print own first and last name; Draw a picture that tells a story and label and write about the picture; Write upper and lowercase letters.

Suggestions for Parents: Talk with your child frequently; Read a variety of books; read often and talk with your child about the story; Help your child focus on sound patterns of words such as those found in rhyming games; Have your child retell stories and talk about events of the day; Give directions for your child to follow (e.g., making cookies); Talk about how things are alike and different; Give your child reasons and opportunities to write.

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Feeding and Swallowing Disorders in Children

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Source: American Speech-Language-Hearing Assoc.

hat are feeding and swallowing disorders? Feeding disorders include problems gathering food and getting to suck, chew or swallow it. For example, a child who can not pick up food and get it to their mouth or can not completely close her lips to keep food from falling out of their mouth may have a feeding disorder.

Swallowing disorders also called dysphasia; can occur at different stages in the swallowing process: Oral phase -sucking, chewing and moving food or liquid into the throat; Pharyngeal phase - starting the swallow, squeezing food down the throat, and closing off the airway to prevent food or liquid from entering the airway (aspiration) or to prevent choking; Esophageal phase - relaxing and tightening the openings at the top and bottom of the feeding tube in the throat (esophagus) and squeezing food through the esophagus into the stomach.

What are some signs or symptoms of feeding and swallowing disorders in children? If you suspect that your child is having difficulty eating, contact your pediatrician right away.

Your pediatrician will examine your child and address any medical reasons for the feeding difficulties, including the presence of reflux

or metabolic disorders. A speech language pathologist (SLP) who specializes in treating children with feeding and swallowing disorders can evaluate your child and will: ask questions about your child’s medical history, development and symptoms; look at the strength and movement of the muscles involved in swallowing; observe feeding to see your child’s posture, behavior and oral movements during eating and drinking; perform special tests, if necessary, to evaluate swallowing.

The SLP may work as part of a feeding team. Other team members may include: an occupational therapist, a physical therapist, a physician of nurse, a dietitian or nutritionist and a developmental specialist. Your child’s posture, self-feeding abilities, medical status and nutritional intake will be examined by the team. The team will then make recommendations on how to improve your child’s feeding and swallowing.

What treatments are available for children with feeding and swallowing disorders?

Treatment varies greatly depending on the cause and symptoms of the swallowing

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problem. Based in the results of the feeding and swallowing evaluation, the SLP or feeding team will recommend any of the following: medical intervention (e.g., medicine for reflux); direct feeding therapy designed to meet individual needs; nutritional changes (e.g., different foods adding calories to food); increasing acceptance of new foods or textures; food temperatures and texture changes; postural or positioning changes (e.g. different seating); behavior management techniques; referral to other professionals, such as a psychologist or dentist.

If feeding therapy with an SLP is recommended, the focus on intervention may include the following: making the muscles of the mouth stronger, increasing tongue movement,

improving chewing, increasing acceptance of different foods and liquids, improving sucking and /or drinking ability, coordinating the suck-swallow-breath pattern (for infants) and alternating food textures and liquid thickness to ensure safe swallowing.

After evaluation, parents should: Ask questions to understand the problems and to make sure they understand the treatment plan, follow recommended techniques, talk with everyone who works with the child and provide feedback to the team about what is or is not working at home and school.

To contact your local Speech-Language Pathologist call Tish Dula, M.A. CCC/SLP at 903-663-9946

Coping With A Child’s Illness Source: The National Children’s Cancer Society

aving a child with cancer is perhaps the most stressful ordeal that H any parent could experience. Good

and the team will need your input.

• Recognize which areas of your child’s life can be controlled and which cannot. coping skills are essential for improving your ability to handle the stress and • Know that some questions may not have answers. keeping the cancer experience from • Learn to accept help and support from ruling your life. others.

Fortunately, there is an organization • Connect with other parents through dedicated to improving the quality of the Message Board on life for children the N.C.C.S. Web site. with cancer and “When a child is ditheir families-not agnosed with cancer, only the financial families are faced hardships but also with a host of stresses, the emotional from the stress of the stress. The Nadiagnosis itself and its tional Children’s treatment to employCancer Society ment and financial (N.C.C.S.) prostresses to emotional vides both emostress, all of which tional support and direct financial assistance to families of compound the situation,” says Jessica Cook, MSW, program coordinator for children with cancer. the Pediatric Oncology Program at N.C.C.S. offers these suggestions for The National Children’s Cancer Socidealing with your emotions: • Give yourself permission to deal with ety. “Frequently, caregivers put aside their needs to ensure their child’s wellpositive and negative feelings. Recognize that these feelings are normal being. In working with families, I have found that being the best caregiver to and healthy. their child often means taking care of • Become a part of your child’s treatment team. You know your child best themselves first.”

For more tips for parents on how to deal with their emotional stress during this challenging time, visit the Web site at www.nationalchildrenscancersociety.org.

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Guide to Licensed Child Care Centers

This Directory was produced by the Better Business Bureau Foundation as a public service to assist parents in their search for a licensed child care facility. The Better Business Bureau does not endorse or recommend any product, service or company; therefore, parents should not consider this Directory a recommendation of any child care center. Any portion of the listing is subject to change at any time.

The Better Business Bureau suggests you visit and tour the facility before making a decision. Check the current status of the facility’s license with the Department of Protective & Regulatory Services at 533-4173. This license should be posted in a conspicuous place and reflect the correct address of the facility.

The Monitoring Plan set by the Department of Protective & Regulatory Services is a good guideline when looking into a facility. It is indicative if the facility’s compliance with state guidelines. Ask to see their latest compliance report. It is a good idea to find out which items, if any, your facility was not in compliance with when corrections were made by the facility.

Remember, this information can also change at any time. Make sure to check their current monitoring plan with Protective Services.

Here are some things to look for when choosing a child care service: • Is the facility clean? Are the children clean? • Is there a safe place to play both indoors and outdoors? • Does caregiver share your views on discipline and religion? • Can they provide special care such as diet and medication? • Is this facility open to you and welcome to visits anytime?

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Name, Address (Listed by Zip Code)

Phone

Capacity

Hours & Days Open

Zip Code 75601

Drop After School Ins Care

Ages Accepted

Alpine Christian Academy 610 E. Loop 281, Longview, 75601

758-0161

170

Mon.-Fri. 8:30-2:30

No

No

18 mos. - 2nd Grade

Applewood Academy & Day Care 1512 Judson Rd., Longview, 75601

753-3737

137

Mon.-Fri. 7:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 10 years

Asbury House Child Enrichment 320 S. Center, Longview, 75601

758-7062

34

Mon.- Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

No

Preschool, Qualified

See Saw Children’s Place Bramlette 111 Tupelo, Longview, 75601

758-2060

55

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:15

No

Yes

Pre-K -School

Generations of the Future Day Care Ctr. 450 S. High St., Longview, 75601

238-8765

28

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

Infant - School Age

Kandyland Kampus Day Care 115 Tupelo, Longview, 75601

758-8247

85

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

No

Yes

18 mos. - 12 years

Oakland Heights Child Dev. Center 1600 Judson Rd., Longview, 75601

753-1592

131

Mon.-Fri. 7:00-6:00

No

No

6 mos. - 5 years

Oakland Heights Baptist Church 1607 Judson Rd., Longview, 75601

753-9578

100

Mon.-Fri. 7:30-6:00

Yes

Yes

K - 5th Grade

The Prep School 720 N. Sixth St., Longview, 75601

758-0320

162

Mon.-Fri. 9:00-2:30

No

No

6 mos. - K

Preschool Learning Academy 314 E. Cotton St., Longview, 75601

753-6186

51

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

18 mos. - 13 years

Treazure Chest Daycare Learning Ctr. 1809 Alpine, Longview, 75601

758-4868

102

Mon.-Fri. 6;30-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 10 years

School for Little Children 400 N. Freedonia, Longview, 75601

753-3121

250

Mon.-Fri. 7:15-6:00

No

No

6 wks. - K

Sharon’s Kids Korner 503 E. Methvin, Longview, 75601

758-6876

129

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

Yes

Yes

Birth - 13 years

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Name, Address (Listed by Zip Code)

Phone

Capacity

Hours & Days Open

Zip Code 75601

Drop After School Ins Care

Ages Accepted

Trinity Extended Day 215 Teague St., Longview, 75601

753-0612

149

Mon.-Fri. 7:30-6:00

No

Yes

2 years - 6th Grade

Wee Learn Center 209 E. South, Longview, 75601

758-0153

150

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

No

6 wks. - Grade K

Zip Code 75602, 75603, 75604

Almost Angels Day Care Center 1809 S. Mobberly, Longview, 75602

236-7134

97

Mon.-Fri. 5:30-7:00

Yes

Yes

3 wks. - 13 years

Bethel Temple Child Care 1400 Mobberly Dr., Longview, 75602

758-0068

100

Mon.-Sun. No 6:00-6:30

Yes

6 wks. - 12 years

Garret Tender Loving Care 1600 S. Mobberly, Longview, 75602

757-6080

121

Mon.-Fri./ Sat. Yes 6:30-mid./7:30-mid

Yes

18 mos. - 12 years

House of Tots Creative Schools 434 S. Center, Longview, 75602

757-5753

50

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

Birth - 13 years

Longview Agape Learning Academy 2717 S. MLK Blvd., Longview, 75602

753-7390

166

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

No

Yes

18 mos. - 13 years

Longview Child Development Center 1230 S. High, Longview, 75602

758-3861

238

Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30

No

No

6 wks. - 5 years

Playing For Keeps, LISD, Child Care Ctr. 401 Fifth St., Longview 75602

381-2200

56

Mon.-Fri 7:00-5:30

No

No

Infant-School Age

3-D Children’s Center 4984 FM 2011, Longview, 75603

643-9566

98

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 13 years

ABC Son Shine School 202 W. Niblick, Longview, 75604

759-6365

43

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

No

Yes

Toddler - School Age

See saw Children’s Place Pine Tree Middle 1707 Pine Tree Rd., Longview 75604

759-1015

126

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

No

Yes

Pre-K - 7th Grade

Fairmont Children’s School 1450 W. Fairmont, Longview, 75604

297-3393

85

Mon.-Fri. 6;00-6:00

No

Yes

18 mos. - 10 years

First Step 2307 Kingston, Longview, 75604

295-9999

96

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

Birth - 13 years

Jordan Country Day School 1208 Pine Tree Rd., Longview, 75604

759-3085

120

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 10 years

Kid Connection 200 Pine Tree Rd., Longview, 75604

759-4630

47

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

Yes

Yes

Birth - 12 years

Kiddie Kampus Learning Academy, Inc. 3902 Gilmer Rd., Longview 75604

212-5552

132

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

Yes

Yes

Infant - School Age

Primary Colors Preschool #1 3605 Gilmer Rd., Longview, 75604

297-9494

109

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

pre-k

Yes

12 mos. - 11 years

Primary Colors Preschool #2 1901 Toler Rd., Longview, 75604

297-9595

128

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

pre-k

Yes

6 wks. - 12 years

Pure Hart Child Care Center 471 Jamerison Rd., Longview, 75604

297-6208

34

Mon.-Sun. No 6:30-6:30

Yes

Birth - School Age

See Saw Children’s Place Pine Tree Primary 759-1015 401 N. Standard, Longview 75604

85

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:15

No

Yes

Pre-K-School Age

The Toy Box Day Care 3833 Gilmer Rd., Longview, 75604

82

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:30

Yes

Yes

Birth - 13 years

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Name, Address (Listed by Zip Code)

Building Block Learning Center 215 N. Page rd., Longview, 75605

Phone

Capacity

Hours & Days Open

Drop After School Ins Care

Zip Code 75605, 75606

Ages Accepted

236-3880

161

Mon.-Fri. 5:30-6:00

No

Yes

Infant - School Age

Kid Kountry 476 Henderson Ln., Longview, 75605

663-6565

242

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

No

Yes

Birth - 12 years

Mobberly Child Development Center 625 E. Loop 281, Longview, 75605

663-3000

200

Mon.-Fri. 7:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 10 years

Oak Forest Montessori School 2000 Greenleaf, Longview, 75605

297-0634

175

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

18 mos. - 11 years

See Saw Children’s Place 401 N. 5th St., Longview, 75606

759-1015

85

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:15

Presbyterian Children’s Center 301 N. Center, Longview, 75606

757-8672

110

Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30

No

No

8 wks. - Grade K

Blocks In Your Socks Child Care Center 318 W. Quitman, Gladewater, 75647

845-4709

81

Mon.-Fri. 5:30-6:00

No

Yes

Infant - School Age

Center Street Day Care 405 S. Center St., Gladewater, 75647

844-8899

37

Mon.-Fri. 7:00-6:00

Yes

Yes

6 wks. - 13 years

Kids World 189 Meadow Dr., Gladewater, 75647

734-5177

19

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

The Learning Academy 1600 W. Upshur, Gladewater, 75647

845-1543

85

Mon.-Fri. 6:30-6:00

No

Calvary Way Day Care Center 106 Woodlawn, Kilgore, 75662

Pre-K - School Age

Zip Code 75647

Infant - School Age Yes

6 wks. - 12 years

Zip Code 75662, 75693 981-9011

62

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

Birth - 13 years

First Baptist Church 501 E. North, Kilgore, 75662

986-9064

180

Mon.-Fri. 7:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 12 years

Grace Day Care 119 Peavine Rd., Kilgore, 75662

984-0626

132

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 12 years

Kids World Learning Center 405 Kay St., Kilgore, 75662

984-1400

94

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

Infant - School Age

Tates Cuddly Bear Daycare, Inc. 303 Powderhorn Rd., Kilgore, 75662

984-1116

69

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 12 years

Kilgore College Child Development Center 1009 Brook., Kilgore, 75662

983-8293

36

Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30

No

No

18 mos. - 5 years

Meadowbrook Preschool II Baby University 984-0238 610 Lantrip St., Kilgore, 75662

47

Mon.-Fri. 7:00-6:00

Yes

Yes

Infant - Pre-K

Stepping Stone 2920 Green Hills Dr., Kilgore, 75662

983-3126

100

Mon.-Fri. 7:00-5:30

No

Yes

18 mos. - Pre-K

Hugs & Kisses Day Care 1709 N. White Oak Rd., White Oak, 75693

291-9300

66

Mon.-Fri. 6:00-6:00

No

Yes

6 wks. - 12 years

Hand Washing Tips for your Child

each your kids to pay attention to what they touch and to wash their hands T immediately when in the following situations: • Before and after you eat • Before you touch your eyes, nose or mouth • After you pet an animal • After you touch plants or soil • After you visit a hospital or nursing home • After you come in contact with any body fluids or touch items that may have

come in contact with body fluids.

• After you use a restroom Tell them to sing the “Happy Birthday” song while washing their hands with soap.

Once they are finish singing the song then they can rinse their hands. Encourage them to always try to sneeze or cough into a tissue or their shirt sleeve if possible.

Kids tend to spread infections more readily. Teaching your kids these tips will help and set an example by following them yourself.

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The only moon in our solar system known to have an atmosphere is a moon that goes around Saturn.

The human eye blinks an average of 4,200,000 times a year.

The sparrow-sized elf owl is only 5 to 6 inches long. Found in America’s southwestern deserts, it is the smallest owl in the world.

Baseball player Roger Maris, who hit 61 home runs in 1961, won only one home run title.

Henry Dunster was named president of Harvard College in 1640. He taught all the courses himself.

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BeSafeChild Magazine 2009

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