February 2012-Hood Magazine

‘hood

February 2012

parent • child • family

TM

www.thehoodmagazine.com

How to choose the right school for your family

Also: Win the Homework War Science Fair PROJECT Step outside the box

Tutoring with Results!

Get your child to grade level and beyond in just a few months.

Stay tuned to the MIX 97.3 at 8:20am to hear this week’s Tuesday Tip from the teacher.

e-mail stephanie@letslearnnow.com

Excel Achievement Center 5016 S. Bur Oak Pl. Sioux Falls, SD 57108 605-988-0900

www.excelachievement.com

CO N T E N T S

features WELCOME 4

In this issue, and pictures from last months‘Hood Events.

‘HOOD ADVICE 5

10 ways to teach speech and language skills

FAMILYHOOD 6

Are you ready for the science fair?

‘HOOD ADVICE 5, 20, 27 ‘HOOD EATS

‘HOOD FEATURE 8-12

‘HOOD GOOD DIRECTORY

Alternative Learning. See why local families choose the schools they do.

23-26 30

PARENTHOOD 13

How to WIN the homework war.

‘HOOD HAPPENINGS

15-17

Don’t miss these age-appropriate events!

KARA’S KREATIONS 19 Check out these educational projects!

FAMILYHOOD 29

Is adoption right for your family?

stronger families through

togetherness February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 3

TM

W E LCO M E TO T H E ‘ H O O D

Education

Publisher Steffanie Liston-Holtrop Hoodlum Productions, LLC 605-366-1479 steff@thehoodmagazine.com

Is anything more important? We know you feel the way we do since you are reading ‘Hood; Children truly are our Future. Making an investment in a child will bring you the greatest return imaginable! In this Issue, we will explore some local alternative learning centers and teaching methods. Meet some local families and see what has worked for them. Also, learn How to Win the Homework War with your kids and check out 5 Tips for the Perfect Science Fair Project!

(It’s not about Volcanoes anymore)

Design Director Ally Vogel 605-759-5615 ally@vogeldesignshop.com

Hood Events

Editor/Design Coordinator Taryn Sonnenfeld taryn@thehoodmagazine.com

Pictures are from “Hood Night at the Sioux Falls Skyforce Game. Please check our facebook page or visit our website for additional photos: www.thehoodmagazine.com

Contributing Photographer Kristi Shanks Photography Crave Photography Contributing Writers Shaina Herrmann Kara Weber Drew Goede Cory Fabor Dr. Richard Bavaria Judee Howard Greta Stewart

Photos courtesy of Crave Photography

Creative Ideas Director Kara Weber

Don’t Miss

Don’t miss our next “Hood event Sunday, February 26th at the Sioux Falls Convention Center from 1-3pm. Stop by, say hi, and do a make-n-take craft! See you then!

Just as children are ever growing and changing, so is our beloved ‘Hood Magazine.Very, very soon we will be making a big announcement and we want you to be the first to know! Be sure to like us on Facebook and visit us at www.thehoodmagazine.com to stay in the loop!

Account Executive Kelli Johnson 605-366-9357

kelli@thehoodmagazine.com Interns Hannah Goemaat Kristina Johnson Chris Langner Hanna Weise Website Connie Miles Cover photo Kristi Shanks Photography Reproduction or use of the contents of this magazine is prohibited.

‘Hood Magazine is published 9 times a year by Hoodlum Production, LLC and strives to publish only accurate information, however Hoodlum Production, LLC cannot be held responsible for consequences resulting from errors or omissions. All material in this magazine is the property of Hoodlum Production, LLC and cannot be reproduced without permission of the publisher. We welcome article proposals, story suggestions and unsolicited articles and will consider all submissions for publication.

Please send your thoughts, ideas and submissions to Hoodlums@thehoodmagazine.com.

Magazine feedback and advertising and marketing inquiries to steff@thehoodmagazine.com. ©2011 Hoodlum Production, LLC All Rights Reserved.

4 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

Photo courtesy of Kristi Shanks Photography

‘‘ H HO OO OD DA AD D VV II C C EE

10

Ten Ways To Teach Speech and Language Skills

by Cory Faber MA CCC SLP Speech language pathologist, Owner of Theratime 1. Read, read read to your child. The greatest thing you can do for your child is to read to them again and again. Children learn though hearing sentence structure and sounds of the words. Results from scientists show that babies as young as 8 months can learn to distinguish the sequence of words in a story when it’s read 2 or 3 times in a row. Label pictures as you read to help your child learn the correct names for each picture.

2. Sign Language. Start signing with your child at a young age. Babies can start learning sign language as early as 6 months old. Start with basic everyday words such as bye, more, please, thank you, milk, treat, again. As soon as children begin to learn to speak they will combine speech with sign and eventually drop sign. Signing helps young children communicate their wants and needs.

3. Turn taking. While playing with your child, pause during sentences to give them a moment to verbalize. They realize they have to wait for the other person to finish before they can speak.

4. Natural Routines and Outings. Children learn language through natural routines. Talk out loud as you are getting them ready for bed. Use outings to stimulate their young minds, trips to the grocery store, zoo, and the park. These experiences shape their language and vocabulary.

5. Imitation and Expansions. Children also learn language by imitation. When a child pushes a car and says, “go” we can then push a car and say, “go car.” Then the child will imitate ‘go car.’

6. Toys and Games. Pick toys that can make sounds and the child can repeat them. Or animal toys, this way the child can produce animal sounds while learning what animal says each sound. Cars and trucks that a child can learn; ‘go car go’ or ‘vroom,’ are great ideas.

7. Temptations. Use bubbles and screw the lid on tight so they have to ask for ‘more’ or say ‘I want bubbles.’ Help them produce the sounds /m/ for more, /b/ for bubbles, and /p/ for pop. They can use their sign language also. Limit access to things. Put toys or games up high so the children have to request for the item. If everything is at their level, they won’t need to ask for any help.

8. Receptive Language. Play a game with your child. Ask them to go get something they know such as “go get your blanket in your room” As they get the idea expand on the direction “go get your shoes and socks”.

9. Articulation. Teach your child how to produce sounds.

Show them your tongue goes behind their top teeth for the sounds.

10. Encourage language. If a child points to what he or she wants, use sign language, a word or simple phrase so they learn to ask for what they want verses pointing and grunting. n

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 5

FA M I LY H O O D

SCIENCE

by Drew Goede, Science Curriculum Coordinator Pavilion Community Learning Center

Remember when you were preparing that first science experiment? Did you find the perfect ratio of baking soda and vinegar that was certain to win first prize? Was it a chart of how much mold found its way to an old piece of bread? Maybe it was your first time asking the foundationally important “how” and “why” questions so important to science. Inquiry based science projects are a cornerstone to a child’s educational development and can be a daunting task to parents who want to help with, but not do, their budding scientist’s project.

In today’s exciting science fair world gone are the days of the baking soda volcanoes and moldy bread experiments.

These once classic experiments have been replaced by programmable robots and high tech chemistry. With so many scientific avenues to explore science fairs can feel overwhelming for parents.

5 tips for parents to help guide students to science fair success: • The “what” is far less important than the “how”. The focus of the project is far less important to a judge than what approach a student took. Some of the most externally mundane topics often win over a judge if the procedure is done exceptionally well.

Proper data collection and experiment design are critical.

• Let your child choose the experiment. Though the choice for science fair topic may be daunting to your young one, make sure they pick something they are excited about. Because the “how” is more important than the “what”, having an engaging topic for your student to explore is critical. Don’t hesitate to offer a list to your child, but make sure the choice is theirs.

• Stay out of the way. The ability for an uninhibited young student to explore a scientific topic is truly astounding. If the topic engages your child let them take control, even if they are making mistakes! Half 6 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

of science is finding out why something is wrong; data showing why something doesn’t work can be just as valuable as data that shows what does.

• Make sure everything is recorded. Science projects can be exciting and students have a tendency to want to rush to the exciting parts. As a parent, your role should be to make sure that every measurement and observation is recorded. Nothing is more frustrating than getting a great result only to forget how you got there.

• Don’t forget about presentation. As a science fair judge, nothing is more obvious than a student who had their parent do their project. Like mentioned above, finding something your student is personally interested in will make all the difference. A child who is engaged and knowledgeable about their project is going to do a much better job of presenting their materials – and scoring more points!

Not only that, but a top three finish at their school’s science fair will make them eligible for a city wide competition at the Washington Pavilion. The Science Fair Showcase is the ultimate Sioux Falls science competition with the area’s best competing for prizes and academic bragging rights.

Success at a science fair is a great boost to your child’s confidence in their ability to understand science. Happy Science Season Friends! n

p ‘hood should Science Not Your Kid’s Thing? Check out The Design Challenge for youth grades 3-12 at the Pavilion this Spring. Go to WashingtonPavilion.org for details!

Special Education Services Building Skills for Independence Our year-around program is offered to children up to age 21 with early childhood, elementary, middle school, high school, and transition-to-adulthood specialized classrooms. Students with a range of intellectual, physical, medical, communication, and behavioral needs receive special education and related services using evidence-based strategies. We offer more resources than anyone else in the region!

For details, contact our Intake Specialist at (605) 782-2345.

• Educational evaluations and • Transition back to customized education recommendations home school district • Certified Special Education teachers • Approved provider of and highly trained teaching assistants special education by SD Department of Education • Individualized planning and instruction • Full Interdisciplinary Team • Intensive student-teacher ratios

CHILDREN’S CARE HOSPITAL & SCHOOL 2501 W. 26th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105-2498 (605) 782-2300

www.cchs.org

We have a school that works with you!

Did you know that you can customize a Preschool schedule to fit your child’s needs and your budget? At Sioux Falls Catholic Schools, we know that every family and every child is special. Choose from morning, afternoon, half day and full day options – as well as before and after school care – and pay for only the time you need. Our Preschool tuition rates start as low as $22 per week for two 1/2 days, up to $155 per week for five full days with before and after school care.

For information about schedules, curriculum, cost, or to schedule a tour contact: Admissions Director; Sara Rankin at 575-3358 or srankin@sfcss.org

Visit us at http://www.sfcss.org/admissions-tuition

Project: SFCS Bright Futures

LIFE IN THE ‘HOOD

Alternative 2 Alternative Learning...What do those two words evoke in you? Do they send you into the tailspin of thoughts about ADHD, ADD and many of the challenges that kids face each and every day when it comes to learning? Or perhaps, Alternative Learning means something completely different to your family, maybe a child in need of disciplinary alternatives and/or normal school educational guidelines simply do not define enough of a challenge to keep your student fully engaged, let-alone growing. The truth is, the term, Alternative Learning can actually encompass an educationally diverse program and can serve as a guideline to thoughts, beliefs, cultural and political systems that make the world a dynamic and ever-evolving, just like Education.

How do you know if Alternative Learning is the right path for your child/children? Do you feel something lacking in your educational system? Or do you simply want to supplement culture, a strong belief system or growing technology into your child’s everyday school routine.

Education is no longer just reading, writing and arithmetic.

The world is changing before our very eyes and education, the way that children learn and how to access the endless amount of information is changing every day. Is your child’s education effectively growing with our world?

Is it keeping them at the front of the line? Read how these local programs have made Alternative Learning the Norm and the families that call them home.

1

CHILDREN’S CARE HOSPITAL AND SCHOOL

The Children’s Care Specialty School offers comprehensive and intensive educational services individualized to the unique learning styles and needs of the student. Year ‘round educational services are offered from birth to age 21 within our early childhood, elementary, middle school, high school, and transition to adulthood specialized classrooms. Students with a range of intellectual, physical, medical, communication, and behavioral needs receive special education and related services utilizing research and evidence based strategies. The Children’s Care Specialty School is approved through the South Dakota Department of Education and implements all rules and regulations associated with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act-Improvement Act (IDEA-IA).

LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF SIOUX FALLS

Lutheran High School of Sioux Falls is blessed to serve students and families by offering excellence in academics, education grounded in Christ, and supporting and encouraging students to serve as leaders in the community.

Lutheran High began its first academic year in August of 2010. Lutheran High is able to offer students a low teacher to student ratio in effort to ensure that each student is carefully supported and challenged. Lutheran High is also very purposeful in making sure that students are aware of the community and world around them. Lutheran High encourages students to be involved and serve as leaders within their communities. Lutheran High prepares young people to be World Ready and Faith Secure.

8 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

1

the Flaten Family

As parents, we knew that we wanted an education for our children which was well-rounded and nurtured the whole person including academic education, arts / athletics, and supporting their spiritual lives. We found that for our children at Sioux Falls Lutheran / Lutheran High School.

Our son, Paul, started kindergarten at SFLS. What initially impressed us was that all the teachers, even the middle

LIFE IN THE ‘HOOD

Learning Residential services, if needed, are offered through the Children’s Care Intermediate Care Facility. Each student’s curriculum is tailored to his or her specific needs and abilities, based on continuous skill based assessment.

The Children’s Care Specialty School maintains rigorous standards for education and learning based on the South Dakota Department of Education Content Standards and the student’s needed areas of development. Children’s Care offers an intensive student-teacher ratio determined by each student’s learning style and skills. Each of the classrooms is staffed by certified teachers and teaching assistants dependent on the number of students enrolled.

Students are offered opportunities for integration into less restrictive settings at all age levels as appropriate with the overall goal of reuniting students with both their teachers and peers within their home school.

school teachers, knew his name and greeted him – a kindergartener marching down the hall. They knew him and cared about him. That is still true today. Paul is a 10th grader at LH. His teachers still know him and care about him – how he is doing, what he is learning, and what is going on in his life. He is learning a lot but it goes far beyond academics. As he grows to be a young man, he is growing emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. We were looking for a nurturing environment that our kids could learn and grow in and we found it at SFLS / LH. Paul’s siblings, Curt and Rachel, also get a great education at SFLS. Curt is in middle school (8th grade) and Rachel is in grade school (2nd grade). We are pleased with their academic education and the opportunities they have to experience the arts and athletics. We also see how they are becoming caring and compassionate people through a faith-based education. The school nurtures the whole person. The teachers care about them and encourage their gifts and interests.

Finding a place that helps your child grow, nurtures the whole person, and where they are genuinely cared about is the hope of all parents. We found that for our children at Sioux Falls Lutheran / Lutheran High School. This school partners with us as parents to help our kids grow into the people God made them to be. We feel very blessed to have this opportunity for our kids.”

by Taryn Sonnenfeld

the Cundy Family

“Our daughter, April,who is 17 years old, has benefited greatly from the services at Children’s Care Hospital and School. We really don’t know how we would have handled her through the years with the extent of her behaviors and her poor sleeping habits. She is a resident there at the dorms, so has 24-7 structure, which she so needs.

We get her home on weekends and spend time with her during the week. At CCHS she has had professional care in all needed areas; from diet, to occupational therapy, to speech needs, to physical needs, to the wisdom and guidance from behavior therapists, psychologists, etc. She is quite a unique girl in how she has needed such a wide array of professionals around her, but we also find how she has given back to those around her. She shows her love to others so generously, so we see CCHS has benefited from April’s presence as much as April and her family have benefited from the presence of CCHS.”

KIDS SHOULD

WITH AN

ORTHODONTIST

BY AGE 7.

Scott Gibson, DDS Aaron Anderson, DDS, MSD

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 9

LIFE IN THE ‘HOOD

Alternative Learning (cont.)

3

SIOUX FALLS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Sioux Falls Catholic Schools have long been known for their strong academic programs. Because the average class size at SFCS is relatively small, classes and programs can be molded around the needs of individuals students, meeting them where they’re at. Sometimes, however, a student needs more. Whether a student is gifted, or has learning challenges, Sioux Falls Catholic Schools has an in-house learning center that helps address their needs. The Achievement Academy offers testing and assessment, tutoring and enrichment programs that blend seamlessly with the daily classroom instruction a student is receiving. Tutoring programs may be skill specific, to help a child develop within a particular area, or may be done in support of homework and school studies. Tutors are matched to the needs of each individual student.

the Rankin Family

“I can’t imagine where we’d be, and where our daughter would be developmentally without the resources we’ve had access to. She’s transformed in ways that still amaze friends and relatives who knew her before she began the program. Now, in some areas, thanks to their help, she excels…in some cases far beyond her grade level. “

4

SIOUX FALLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS

Our Mission With God’s Word as our foundation, Sioux Falls Christian Schools will provide a Christ-centered, excellent education partnering with the church and home to equip students for service to Him. In accordance with “Our Mission” we believe educating God’s children requires a partnership between church, home, and school. Therefore, the school’s authority emanates from the Christian home, which is represented by a governing board consisting of parents who profess and promote our Christian values and beliefs.

the Hitt Family

“I am thankful that God led our family to SFCS. The teachers and staff sincerely care about the students’ walk with Christ while providing an excellent education.

It is a wonderful opportunity for our children to have our Christian values reinforced.”

10 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

5

the Jackson Family

“I think deep down we always knew Carter would require a specialized learning education. He began to speak at a early age, and as a toddler he had exceptional reasoning skills. His private pre-school teacher, who also lived in the Harrisburg School District, recommended The Tiger Reserve Program before he started Kindergarten. We visited with other parents that had older children in the program who informed us of the options of the program. It definitely was beneficial to know what was available before even starting Kindergarten. Parents need to talk an active role to know what programs are available to the children and be their voice. In his first semester he was identified by his teacher and tested. It was during the results meeting did we realize what we were really facing. It was a bittersweet meeting to learn that he is gifted. We didn’t want to make the wrong decision.

It was all very intimidating, but Dr. Wenger (Gifted and

5

HARRISBURG SCHOOLS

The Harrisburg School District is a little touch of small town in the city. Students get the best of both worlds as they live, laugh and learn daily. The following quote is from The Tiger Reserve program: an alternative, specialized learning environment for children in need of Gifted and Accelerated programs. The quote shares the spirit of the program. Read above as the Jackson Family shares their experience... In every field of human endeavor, there are the timid and there are the tigers. Go on... Be a tiger!

LIFE IN THE ‘HOOD

Accelerated Director), specifically, was our rock, and assisted in guiding us to make the right choice for Carter. Her experience and education was reassuring and kept us on the right path.

We knew we wanted a smaller school district but within the city limits of Sioux Falls. Harrisburg School District was the ideal district. It wasn’t until after we moved into the district that we learned of The Tiger Reserve Program. If we lived a district that didn’t have a similar opportunities, I don’t know what we would have done.

Carter has been challenged more than a traditional classroom setting, and have had a more hands on learning experiences. I can’t say too many good things about the staff. They have a unique way of knowing how each child learns. They are not afraid to use different teaching methods that work for the different learning styles. That is difficult in any classroom setting, let alone with a classroom full of high achieving children. The program is designed under the most recent studies and is small enough to be able to evolve as needed. We are excited as Carter moves into the middle school and high school to see if opportunities it has opened up for him. Carter loves school and is very excited to learn every day. He has made great friends with similar interests that also in the program.

It is so important to continue to support these programs and maintain funding. It is these kids and others that we are trying to keep in the state and compete with other countries, especially in the math and science fields. These programs continue to be threatened by proposed cuts to education. Specialized learning is vital to our education system!”

6

WEST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

West Central High School raised the standard of accessible technology and education in 2010 when they supplied all high school students with Apple MacBooks.

Along with providing students with advanced accessibility to knowledge and information, it also gave students the opportunity to exhibit responsibility. The students have the computers in their care 24/7 and are responsible for the battery to be charged each day before school. The students are also learning to monitor and make sure that the computer is used only for appropriate educational usage. Long term, the students use and care for the

laptops for the length of their high school career. When it comes to alternative learning, West Central is giving their students a leg up when it comes to the use of technology and education.

7

BRANDON VALLEY SCHOOLS

“Our business is the creation of learning environments that result in success.”

Brandon Valley School District is one of the most progressive districts in South Dakota located on the eastern edge of South Dakota, bordering Minnesota and Iowa. Brandon Valley is the 5th largest school district in South Dakota and consists of six schools. The school district consists of four cities: Brandon, Valley Springs, Corson, and Rowena.

The high school enjoys award winning music and athletic programs. The school district represents parents and patrons who demand excellence and support all programs making student success a priority.

8

SIOUX FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Eugene Field A+ ELEMENTARY

“To educate and prepare each student to succeed in a changing world.”

The Sioux Falls School District has 24 outstanding traditional elementary schools and is proud to offer five specialized programs for families who wish to have an option in their child’s elementary education. Specialized schools offer a theme or focus that gives students an opportunity to explore a special interest, talent or skill.

Eugene Field A+ stands for arts plus academics. Students at Eugene Field see their lessons presented in a variety of formats to connect with all eight of the multiple intelligences identified by researcher Howard Gardner; word, math, people, self, art, music, body and nature.

Read the Miner family story on next page > Whether your learning environment is faith-based, focused on the Arts, or geared towards Gifted and Accelerated programs, Alternative Learning need not carry a negative stigma. The fact is, kids today, may need a different learning environment than we did years ago. Only you can decide what is best for your family, for some, the all-american typical learning environment is suited just for them. For others, one of the local alternatives may be your best bet. Do your research, ask around, the best resource are parents...just like you. n February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 11

Alternative Learning (cont.)

8

the Miner Family

“We knew we wanted our children to attend a school that supported The Arts. There’s a quote that I love that states: “Arts, crafts and sciences uplift the world of being, and are conducive to its exaltation. Knowledge is as wings to man’s life, and a ladder for his ascent.” Isn’t that powerful? So, it was always our goal as parents, whether home-schooling, public or private, to have The Arts play key part in our children’s education. We were so blessed to find it in their early elementary years…

I honestly thought we would need to home-school our boys. So when we learned of Eugene Field A+ Elementary my husband, Corbet, was so very happy because he wasn’t very enthusiastic about the idea of homeschooling. I think he was just overwhelmed with how much work it would take. God bless parents that teach their kids at home! It just ended up not being our path.

When our sons, Solomon and Phoenix, were attending First Baptist Preschool we had the great fortune of meeting Ann Henkhaus, the counselor at Eugene Field.

All she had to say was “art” and “elementary school” in the same sentence and we were very interested. We attended a Eugene Field Open House information night, and after being impressed with Dr. Coulter, Miss Peterson, and Miss Laura – we filled out the open enrollment forms and said a little prayer in hopes of getting in. We did!

Solomon and Phoenix come from a family of artists.

Their father, Corbet, is an artist through and through.

He is a traditionally trained animator (think early Disney) but also is trained in computer animation and graphics (think Pixar). He is also a writer, a sculptor and a movie maker. The boy’s grandmother, DeAnna Miner, is also a great artist. She holds a Masters in Art, taught elementary art for her career and now retired she loves to paint and be creative. Our boys also have a love of the

12 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

performing arts- last year Solomon was in the Eugene Field production of “Mary Poppins” as a horse in the choir. He joyfully danced and sang on stage. We were such proud parents! This year Solomon will be the Policeman in the EF play “Annie”.

We chose Eugene Field because it’s the only Arts, Multiple-Intelligences enriched school in the area.

Parent involvement within the classrooms and at school events is welcome and encouraged. It’s a small school with a community feel and has a very active PTA. The bonds between my children and the teachers are strong and genuine. I really appreciate the “Character Counts” program that the whole school works on- it celebrates when children show Responsibility, Trustworthiness, Respect, Citizenship, Caring and Fairness. What a great way to celebrate & teach children that they are special people. Eugene Field is a well-rounded school that blesses our children in so many ways. I still can’t believe this is a public school- in many places in the world this same education would cost our family thousands of dollars in tuition!

Eugene Field offers Solomon and Phoenix a top-notch education. The combinations of Howard Garner’s Multiple Intelligences and The Arts at Eugene Field make learning connections happen so much more quickly than if they were taught in only book and lecture based classrooms. I see our boys engaged in their learning, from using their body and math smarts in dance class when learning the waltz, to learning about music and people smarts when singing a solo in front of their class. Our oldest enjoys playing cello in the school orchestra and shines in his artistic drawings and creative writing, and our youngest son excels at spelling, building bonds of friendship and unity with classmates, and has a strong love of nature and animals.”

Win the Homework War

PA R E N T H O O D

One of the most commonly waged battles between parents and children is over homework. Even with the best of intentions, tackling this ongoing dilemma in positive and constructive ways can be a constant challenge.

The following tips are designed to help you work more effectively with your child: • Be a homework manager. Don’t do your child’s homework, but provide the structure and tools needed to complete assignments successfully. Often, it’s the lack of planning that makes homework seem overwhelming.

• Know your child. Because each child is unique, with different learning styles and academic needs, it is important to personalize the learning process. Develop a work schedule and study environment based on your child’s personal learning style.

• Break long-term assignments into smaller segments.

Larger projects will be less overwhelming when viewed as a series of incremental tasks.

• Set milestones. Teach your child to display completion dates on a calendar to help stay on track and complete projects on time.

• Celebrate success. A celebration gives your child a sense of accomplishment and pride. n

How much time should children spend doing their homework?

Educators generally agree on these guidelines:

Grades K - 2: 10-20 minutes per day Grades 3 - 6: 30-60 minutes per day

Photo courtesy of Crave Photography

By Dr. Richard E. Bavaria, Ph.D Senior President of Education, Sylvan Learning

Middle & High School: The amount of homework will vary by subject. In addition to daily assignments, older students may also receive long-term projects, such as term papers, that may have deadlines weeks away. The key for academic success for teenagers is organization and planning.

Discuss your child’s classroom homework policies with his/her teacher(s) and ask how much time each expects students to spend on homework nightly.

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 13

Ages 2-5 Occupational & Speech Therapy

Ages 2-5

Early Intensive

Kindergarten Intervention Readiness Autism &

Developmental Early Intensive Delays Intervention Social Delays

Autism & Developmental Play Skills Delays Social Skills

Social Skills Paul Graumann, MS CCC-SLP Julie Klusmann, OTR/L 605-351-7976 • 605-359-8723 605-351-7976

Time 2 Shine Therapy 1908 W. 42nd St. Suite B Sioux Falls, SD 57105 www.sfearlyintervention.org www.sfearlyintervention.org

Daily Living Skills

Daily Living MotorSkills Skills Motor Skills Sensory Processing

Sensory

Communication Processing Skills

Scan with your Communication smartphone to see Skills Time 2 Shine in action!

What to Do?

fridge magnet here

‘HOOD HAPPENINGS

Do want to see YOUR event listed HERE? Email us at: events@thehoodmagazine.com

Preschool

Elementary

Middle School

All Age Groups

Wednesday, February 1 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 11:00am-12:00pm.....................................................................................................................Storytime, Children’s Museum

Thursday, February 2 8:00am-10:00am.....................................................................................Free Speech and Language Screenings, Theratime Inc 10:30am-12:00pm.........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K

Friday, February 3 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 5:00pm-8:00pm.................................................................................................................Free First Friday, Washington Pavilion 6:45pm-8:45pm..........................................................Movie Night at the Museum: The Muppet Movie, Old Courthouse Museum 7:00pm-8:00pm...........................................................................................................Clifford Visits Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, February 4 8:00am-11:30am..................................................................................................................................Mall Walk, Empire Mall 9:00am-12:00pm..............................................................................................Keepsake Box Workshop, Home Depot, 5-12 yrs 10:00am-11:00am........................................................................Improv Theatre Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 9-12 yrs, $8 10:00am-11:00am.....................................................Wear Your Art Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 6-8 yrs, $8, bring a t-shirt 10:15am-11:15am.....................................................................Story Time: “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” Washington Pavilion 11:00am-12:00pm....................Exploring Tots: Music & Movement, Children’s Museum, 2-3 yrs, $5 members, $7 non-members 1:00pm-4:00pm................................................................................................................................Dog Adoption Day, Petco 1:00pm-4:00pm.....................................................................................................Saturday in the Studio, Children’s Museum

Sunday, February 5 2:00pm-3:00pm........................................................................Starlab Inflatable Planetarium, Old Courthouse Museum, $1 3:00pm-4:00pm........................................................................Starlab Inflatable Planetarium, Old Courthouse Museum, $1

Monday, February 6 6:00pm-7:00pm.....................................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Oyate Community Center, infant to Pre-K,

Tuesday, February 7 10:00am-11:00am................................................................................................Elephant & Piggie Storytime, Barnes & Noble 10:00am-11:00am............................Get Messy & Crafty, Parks & Rec, MariCar Comm Center, 2-3 yrs, $5 (preregistration required) 10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am..............................................................................................Toddler Art, Washington Pavilion, 1-3 yrs, $30 10:30am-12:00pm...............................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K 6:30pm-7:30pm....................How to Care for an Elderly Dog, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Comm Center, Family, (preregistration required)

Wendesday, February 8 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 11:00am-12:00pm.....................................................................................................................Storytime, Children’s Museum

Thursday, February 9 8:00am-10:00am.....................................................................................Free Speech and Language Screenings, Theratime Inc 10:30am-12:00pm.........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K

WOW! Check out our online calendar for additional events! You can NOW sync your calendar with ours, check out our website under calendar for details.

Please note: all events are current as of press date. The Hood Magazine publishes the most recent information provided. Please remember to call ahead to confirm event details.

6:30pm-7:30pm........................................................Behind the Scenes Tour, Old Courthouse Museum (preregistration required)

Friday, February 10 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 1:30pm-2:45pm................................................................Fun & Fitness Friday, Parks & Rec, MariCar Comm Center, 6 & under

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 15

‘HOOD HAPPENINGS

Preschool

Elementary

Middle School

All Ages

Friday, February 10 (cont.)

4:30pm-6:30pm.......................................................................................................Painting for Kids, Michaels, $25 + supplies 6:30pm-8:30pm......................................................................................Family Nite Out, Parks & Rec, MariCar Comm Center 7:00pm-8:00pm............................................................................................................Fancy Nancy Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, February 11 10:00am-11:00am.............................................................................Fashion Art Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 9-12 yrs, $8 10:00am-11:00am.....................................................................Science All Around Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 6-8 yrs, $8 10:15am-11:15am.......................................................................................Story Time: “Whistle or Willie” Washington Pavilion 10:30am-12:00pm...............................................Card Creations, Children’s Museum, 6-10 yrs, $8 members/$10 non-members 1:00pm-4:00pm........................................................................................................Saturday in the Studio, Children’s Museum

Sunday, February 12 12:00pm-5:00pm............................................................................................Super Science Sunday, Children’s Museum, FREE

Monday, February 13 6:00pm-7:00pm.....................................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Oyate Community Center, infant to Pre-K,

Tuesday, February 14 10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am...........................................................................................................Valentine’s Storytime, Barnes & Noble 10:30am-12:00pm...............................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K

Wednesday, February 15 9:30am-3:00pm.....................................................................School Vacation Activity, Fused Glass, Dakota Stained Glass, $15 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 11:00am-12:00pm.....................................................................................................................Storytime, Children’s Museum

Thursday, February 16 8:00am-10:00am.....................................................................................Free Speech and Language Screenings, Theratime Inc 9:30am-2:30pm...................................................................Kid’s Activity Day, Old Courthouse Museum, Pre-K to 2nd grade 9:30am-3:00pm.....................................................................School Vacation Activity, Fused Glass, Dakota Stained Glass, $15 10:30am-12:00pm.........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K 6:00pm-8:00pm....................................................................Sweetheart Dance, Parks & Rec, MariCar Comm Center, $5/person

Friday, February 17 9:30am-3:00pm.....................................................................School Vacation Activity, Fused Glass, Dakota Stained Glass, $15 10:30am- 11:15am...................................Toddler Gym, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Comm Center, 2-3 yrs, $5 (preregistration required) 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 4:30pm-6:30pm.......................................................................................................Painting for Kids, Michaels, $25 + supplies 7:00pm-8:00pm............................................................................................Celebrating Presidents Storytime, Barnes & Noble 7:00pm-10:00pm..Kids Night Out, Star Performance Complex, ages 3+, cost $25-1st child, $15-2nd, $5-3rd (preregistration required)

Saturday, February 18 9:30am-12:00pm..........................................................................................................Fused Glass, Dakota Stained Glass, $15 10:30am-12:00pm................................Exploring Art: Origami, Children’s Museum, 8-10 yrs, $10 members, $15 non-members 10:30am-12:00pm......................................Preschool Painters, Children’s Museum, 3-5 yrs, $10 members, $12 non-members 11:00am-3:00pm........................................................................................................Family FUN Festival, MultiCultural Center 1:00pm-4:00pm........................................................................................................Saturday in the Studio, Children’s Museum

Monday, February 20 9:30am-3:00pm.....................................................................School Vacation Activity, Fused Glass, Dakota Stained Glass, $15

Tuesday, February 21 10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am.......................................................................................................Superheroes Storytime, Barnes & Noble 10:30am-12:00pm...............................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K 6:30pm-7:30pm................................Build a Birdfeeder, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Comm Center, 6-9 yrs, $5 (preregistration required)

Wednesday, February 22 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K

16 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

Preschool

Elementary

Middle School

All Ages

11:00am-12:00pm.....................................................................................................................Storytime, Children’s Museum

Thursday, February 23 8:00am-10:00am.....................................................................................Free Speech and Language Screenings, Theratime Inc 10:30am-12:00pm.........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K 6:30pm-7:30pm................................Build a Birdfeeder, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Comm Center, 10-13 yrs, $5 (preregistration required)

Friday, February 24 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 7:00pm-8:00pm...................................................................................Celebrate Black History Month Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, February 25 8:00am-9:00am.............................................................Theatre games, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, Pre-K to 2nd grade 9:30am-12:00pm..........................................................................................................Fused Glass, Dakota Stained Glass, $15 10:00am-11:00am...................................................................Broadway Dance, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 3-5 10:00am-11:00am...................................................................Creating Characters Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 6-8 yrs, $8 10:00am-11:00am.......................................................................Everyday Science Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 9-12 yrs, $8 10:00am-11:00am...................................................................Readers Theatre, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 6-8 10:00am-11:00am...........................................................................Stagecraft, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 6-12 10:15am-11:15am.............................................................Story Time: “Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me” Washington Pavilion 12:00pm-1:00pm.....................................................................Broadway Dance, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 6-8 12:00pm-1:00pm................................................................................Costumes, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 6-12 12:00pm-1:00pm................................................................Musical Exploration, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 3-5 1:00pm-4:00pm.......................................................................................................Saturday in the Studio, Children’s Museum 2:00pm-3:00pm..........................................................................Acting Basics, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 3-5 2:00pm-3:00pm.................................................................Story Theatre, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, Pre-K to 2nd grade 4:00pm-5:00pm.................................................................Musical Exploration, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 6-8 4:00pm-5:00pm........................................................................Stage Combat, Sioux Empire Community Theatre, grades 6-12

Sunday, February 26 1:00pm-3:00pm....................................................NEXT ‘HOOD MAKE-N-TAKE event, Summer Activities Fair, Convention Center 1:00pm-3:00pm....................................................................................................... Summer Activities Fair, Convention Center 2:00pm-3:00pm...............................Build a Birdfeeder, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Comm Center, 6-9 yrs, $5 (preregistration required) 3:00pm-4:00pm...............................Build a Birdfeeder, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Comm Center, 10-13 yrs, $5 (preregistration required)

Monday, February 27 6:00pm-7:00pm.....................................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Oyate Community Center, infant to Pre-K,

Tuesday, February 28 10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys 10:00am-11:00am.................................................................................................Award Winners Storytime, Barnes & Noble 10:30am-12:00pm...............................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Kuehn Community Center, infant to Pre-K

Wednesday, February 29 10:30am- 12:00pm........................................................Play Group, Parks & Rec, Morningside Community Center, infant to Pre-K 11:00am-12:00pm.....................................................................................................................Storytime, Children’s Museum

Thursday, March 1 8:00am-10:00am.....................................................................................Free Speech and Language Screenings, Theratime Inc

Friday, March 2

WOW! Check out our online calendar for additional events! You can NOW sync your calendar with ours, check out our website under calendar for details.

‘HOOD HAPPENINGS

5:00pm-8:00pm...............................................................................................................Free First Friday, Washington Pavilion 7:00pm-8:00pm.............................................................................................Curious George visits Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, March 3 10:00am-11:00am................................................................................Auditioning Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 9-12 yrs, $8 10:00am-11:00am...................................................................Watercolor Wonders Workshop, Washington Pavilion, 6-8 yrs, $8 10:15am-11:15am........................................................................Story Time: “Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse” Washington Pavilion

Tuesday, March 6 10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 17

1st Baptist Preschool Educating the preschoolers of our city since 1967!

Here’s what one parent has to say about our program…”First Baptist Preschool has been such an excellent experience for our family. All levels of staff from the director, to the teachers, to the teachers assistants have demonstrated day in and day out that they truly care about the kids...they make learning enjoyable while still using every minute effectively and productively.” ~ Angie O.

All teachers are experienced and have teaching degrees.

www.fbchildren.org We also offer daycare and an afterschool program.

First Baptist Church • 1401 South Covell Ave • email: manawski@firstb.org • (605) 336-0966

Your child’s next report card can be a great one!

Sylvan will develop a learning plan created for the way your child learns best. Our highly personalized approach builds the skills, habits and attitudes your child needs to succeed in school and in life.

• • • •

Develops independent work habits Improves attitudes Motivates learning Provides feedback for parents and teachers

$100 OFF PERSONALIZED PROGRAM Stop in today for a FREE consultation.

Offer expires 5/31/12. Valid after 36 hours and may not be combined with other offers

Sylvan of Sioux Falls 4816 S. Technopolis Drive Sioux Falls, SD 57106 One Block West of 57th & Louise

605.362.4885

sylvanlearning.com/centers/57106

READING, MATH, WRITING, STUDY SKILLS, ACT PREP, COLLEGE PREP AND MORE!

K A R A’ S K R E AT I V E

Making Manipulatives Simple little projects you can do to make toys at home to boost your child’s learning.

by Kara Weber

Geo Boards Buy a small pine board; paint it if you want to. Make a grid out of paper and mark your board at each corner with thumb tacks. Remove the paper and tap each thumb tack into the board with a rubber mallet. We spaced ours about 1 1/2 inches apart.

Add colored hair ties and young kids can use the board to build and learn their shapes and colors.

Egg Word Families On the short side of an Easter egg put various consonants on the longer side put different word endings such as “at” “in” “an” “ig” Kids spin the consonant side of the egg to make different words. Great practice for new readers!

Duplo Spelling Word Blocks We just built a word! Place white labels on the side of duplo blocks and write letters on them for a unique way to build and practice your child’s spelling words.

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 19

‘HOOD ADVICE

by Greta Stewart, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

building a foundation for higher learning...

Every child has different strengths and weaknesses when it comes to motor skills, fitness, and social development.

Typical guidelines say preschool is for children ages 3 to 5 and kindergarten is for children ages 5-6. But that doesn’t mean the guidelines apply to every child.

So how will you know if your child is ready for preschool or kindergarten? The Sioux Falls Public Schools provide screenings at no cost for children age birth to five, that currently live within the Sioux Falls School District. Infants and toddlers (under age 3) are screened in their homes or daycares. Through this program, skill areas that are screened include: Gross Motor, Communication, Hearing, Height, Weight, Fine Motor, Cognition, & Vision.

The district also has preschool programs available in our community for infants and toddlers through age 3 who have a delay in development. They may receive services in their home or daycare to assist caregivers with helping them learn.

The House of Learning “Children don’t have to go to preschool,” says Doniese Wilcox, childlife educator at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center. “Many daycares provide the

At LSS,

same thing as preschool. They provide free play, sensory activities, learning by hands-on activities, creative art, dramatic play, puzzles, circle time, music and other group activities.” Betty Barto-Smith, another childlife educator at Avera McKennan who partners with Wilcox says preschool should be an opportunity to explore. “It should be a socialization experience, not necessarily concentrating on reading, writing and arithmetic.” Wilcox agrees. “The ages of 3 to 5 should be mainly learning how to communicate and socialize,” she says. “Play is learning, which is essential at that age.”

Lisa Murphey, also known as the Ooey Gooey Lady, is one of the better-known childcare experts of our time. She presented a workshop last winter to parents, educators and administrators at the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science in Sioux Falls. “We must take time each day to do these things…play becomes the cement that holds the elements of the foundation in place. We need time for our foundations to set. Then, and only then, can we build the house of higher learning.” She lists seven things children should do each day to build that foundation: Create, Move, Sing, Discuss, Observe, Read & Play

learning is fun.

We’re growing, just like our students. LSS will open an expanded state-of-the-art facility at our Southern Hills location in May 2012. We will offer: • Expanded infant toddler enrichment for children ages 4 weeks to 3 years • Expanded full or half-day preschool • Expanded summer and afterschool programming with pickup from John Harris, Harvey Dunn and Rosa Parks

Call Now! Enrollment is limited.

(605) 371-8770 • www.Childcare.LssSD.org 20 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

‘HOOD ADVICE

Kindergarten-Bound Experts from www.education.com provide a breakdown of what a kindergartner should be able to do physically: Motor Skills Your child should be able to: • Perform large-motor skills, including running, jumping, leaping, sliding, and skipping • Move in a variety of ways (straight, curved, zig zag, and circle) • Throw a ball, which may sometimes involve stepping with the same foot as the throwing hand • Catch a ball with two hands, and drop and catch a bounced ball • Balance on one foot for a short period of time, and keep balance while transferring weight • Kick a stationary ball • Imitate the movements of a variety of animals Fitness Your child should be able to: • Engage in one to two minutes of moderate to intense physical activities leading to increased heart rate, breathing, and perspiration

• Possess strength to lift and support one’s own body weight for a variety of activities (hopping, jumping, etc) • Demonstrate deep and slow breathing to relax • Perform between 3 and 8 push ups • While lying on stomach, raise the chest at least 6 inches off the floor • Perform between 2 and 10 stomach crunches with good form Social Development Your child should be able to: • Communicate cooperatively with peers • Appropriately respond to feedback • Frequently assist and encourage others • Accept and respond appropriately to the decisions of the teacher, parent, or person in charge • Contribute to a small group effort without being prompted • Perform activities with appropriate self-control and follow the rules Don’t worry if your child is having a difficult time in one or more of these areas. What’s important is that you’re exposing them to activities that lead to improvement.

Always remember, kids just want to have fun and be active! n

Minor Emergency?

Walk-Ins Welcome Life happens. And when it throws you a curveball, it doesn't usually come with a lot of warning. For those unexpected times, our doctors are here to help.

On the corner of Cliff Ave and 20th centerforfamilymed.org

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 21

Perfect for anyone!

Candy Bouquets are a delicious way to say Happy Birthday, Get Well, Thank You, or whatever special occasion you can think of!

Treat your sweetheart to a delectable Candy Bouquet for Valentine’s Day!

(605) 332-1095 l www.childrensdentalcentersf.com Joe Olsen, DDS Mel Thaler, DDS J.B. Skibinski, DDS John Taggart, DDS Scott Weyers, DDS

Affordable,

individual insurance

• Bouquets start at just $4!

• Delivery and Shipping available • Many candy options available including: • Sugar-free • Weight Watchers • Healthy Bouquets Candy Bouquets by Kari 605.380.7988 karilynn29@yahoo.com Find us on Facebook!

You’re busy with family. You work hard. You want the very best for you and your kids. So do we. Sanford elite1 offers individual health insurance plans that fit your life and budget.

With Sanford elite1, plan on the best fit.

Call (605) 328-7100 or visit sanfordelite1.com for a quote today.

SVHP-0972 10/11

‘ H O O D E AT S - M E N U P L A N N I N G

SHOPPING LIST (by recipe)

After School Snacks & Reinventing School Lunch check if adding to list

After School Snacks

check if adding to list

Reinventing School Lunch

Personal Shopping

Sweet Bagel Chips

Sailboat Sandwiches

Fruit Dip

Two-Tone Sandwiches

Apple Quesadillas

Fruity Turkey Burrito

Granola Bars

Sandwich on a Stick

stale cinnamon-raisin bagels butter cinnamon sugar

1 c. low-fat sour cream 2 tbsp. brown sugar 2 tbsp. lime juice cinnamon sugar favorite fruits o u t ffo o k i nngg tteeaarr out orr schooppi

flour tortillas grated cheese apple, thinly sliced butter

2 tbsp. butter 1/3 c. honey 1/3 c. brown sugar 2 c. rolled oats 1 c. chopped nuts 1 c. dried fruit 2 tbsp. wheat germ pinch of salt

Pepperoni Pizza Bread 1 small loaf Italian bread olive oil tomato sauce grated mozzarella grated Parmesan cheese sliced pepperoni dried oregano or basil

crescent dinner rolls tuna salad cheddar cheese toothpicks

1 slice whole wheat bread 1 slice white bread

1/4 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 multi-grain tortilla 1 oz. thin sliced turkey breast 2 tbsp. strawberry fruit spread 2 tbsp. julienne-cut carrots 2 tbsp. shredded lettuce

bread cheese lunch meat grape tomatoes lettuce pickles olive

Sandwich Art paper cups milk food coloring new paintbrushes white bread

Check your cupboards for the ingredients mentioned in the recipes before heading to the store. If you are running low, add the item to your personal list above.

g as openin s a kid w y mom. a s e ri o t mem a note from m kids y fondes r g One of m chbox and seein w tradition; you ment, e n ne up my lu ew year with a ord of encourag h n w g u e A la th ? s t m r a ide Sta the to make it! Need w! will love r or a great joke ke the one belo e li , d y in a d m a re their through erator? halfway the refrig to y a s alad did the s ing!

Q: What I’m dress r, o o d e th e s A: Clo

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 23

‘ H O O D E AT S - M E N U P L A N N I N G

After School Snacks

Bread

Pepperoni Pizza

Sweet Bagel Chips Ingredients stale cinnamon-raisin bagels butter cinnamon sugar

Directions

Slice stale cinnamon-raisin bagels crosswise into thin rounds. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

Bake 10 minutes at 325° F; flip brush with more butter, sprinkle with more cinnamon sugar and bake 10 more minutes.

Fruit Dip

Ingredients

Ingredients

grated Parmesan cheese sliced pepperoni dried oregano or basil

Directions

Directions

Slice the bread in half length-wise. Brush bottoms of bread with olive oil. Spread with tomato sauce (use as much as you like). Top with grated mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese divided evenly among each loaf. Next top with the pepperonis.

Mix together 1 c. low-fat sour cream and 2 tbsp. brown sugar and 2 tbsp. lime juice; sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Thread favorite fruits onto skewers; serve with the dip.

Bake 5-10 minutes at 350° F until cheese is melted and bread is heated through. Pop under the broiler for just a couple of minutes to get the cheese nice and bubbly. Sprinkle with dried oregano or basil.

Apple Quesadillas Ingredients Butter 1 flour tortilla grated cheddar cheese 1 apple

Directions

Melt some butter in a skillet, then lay a flour tortilla in the pan and top with grated cheddar and thinly sliced apple on one side.

Fold the tortilla in half and cook until golden on both sides. Cut into wedges. Serve.

Granola Bars Ingredients 2 tbsp. butter 1/3 c. honey 1/3 c. brown sugar 2 c. rolled oats 1 c. chopped nuts 1 c. dried fruit 2 tbsp. wheat germ pinch of salt

Directions

Melt 2 tbsp. butter in a saucepan

24 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

with 1/3 c. honey, 1/3 c. brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix in 2 c. rolled oats, 1 c. chopped nuts, 1 c. dried fruit, and 2 tbsp. wheat germ. Press into a parchment lined 8 inch square pan and bake 30 minutes at 300° F. Cool, then cut into bars.

Do you want to see your recipe in ‘Hood Magazine?

Submit your recipe via facebook or email us at hoodlums@thehoodmagazine.com

t e a r out f or c o o k i n g

1 small loaf Italian bread olive oil tomato sauce grated mozzarella cheese

1 c. low-fat sour cream 2 tbsp. brown sugar 2 tbsp. lime juice cinnamon sugar favorite fruits

‘ H O O D E AT S - M E N U P L A N N I N G

Reinventing Lunch

BORED with school lunches? Give these a try!

Sailboat Sandwiches

Sandwich on a Stick

Ingredients

Ingredients

crescent dinner rolls tuna salad cheddar cheese toothpicks

Directions

Slice the tops off the rolls and hollow them out. Fill the rolls with the tuna salad or any other filling.

Slice cheese into rectangles about 1/8 inch thick. Cut the rectangles on the diagonal to make triangles.

Insert a toothpick into each triangle to make little sails. Insert into tuna boat. Enjoy!

t e a r o u t fo r c o o k i n g

Fruity Turkey Burrito

Slide the cubes onto a skewer with other foods your child likes. We use grape tomatoes, a piece of lettuce, a pickle and an olive. Set aside mayo or mustard for dipping.

bread cheese lunch meat grape tomatoes lettuce pickles olives

Do you want to see your recipe in ‘Hood Magazine?

Directions

Cut up cubes of bread, cheese, and lunch meat. A good mix is 1/2 inch thick slices of ham and turkey ordered from the deli counter.

Submit your recipe via facebook or email us at hoodlums@thehoodmagazine.com

Surprise your kids at lunch time with this too-cool-to-trade lunch idea!

Two-Tone Sandwiches

Ingredients 1/4 c. shredded Monteray Jack cheese 1 multi-grain tortilla 1 oz. thin sliced turkey breast 2 tbsp. strawberry fruit spread 2 tbsp. julienne-cut carrots 2 tbsp. shredded lettuce

Directions

Sprinkle cheese in middle of tortilla in a 4-inch circle. Microwave on high for 15 seconds to melt cheese slightly. Place turkey in a strip in middle upper 2/3 of tortilla.

Squeeze fruit spread on top of turkey. Sprinkle carrots, then lettuce evenly on top of turkey.

Fold burrito style: Right side to center covering filling, bottom up, then left side over top to overlap.

Serve immediately.

Variation Fruity Peanut Butter Turkey Burrito Spead 1 tbsp. creamy peanut butter on the tortilla before adding the cheese.

Ingredients 1 slice whole wheat bread 1 slice white bread various cookie cutters 1 large and 1 small

Directions

Set the two slices of bread on a cutting board. Cut out the centers of each with a large and small cookie cutter.

Swap the center cutouts, so the wheat bread has a white bread design and the white bread has the wheat. Assemble sandwich.

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 25

‘ H O O D E AT S - M E N U P L A N N I N G

Reinventing Lunch ‘ctd.

Add a twist to the term “starving artist” by creating masterpieces with food coloring paint on a crusty canvas!

Ingredients

paper cups milk food coloring new paintbrushes white bread toaster

Sandwich Art

Directions

Fill each paper cup with two tbsp. of milk. Add a few drops of food coloring to each cup.

Paint pictures and designs on the bread using the colored milk and new paintbrushes.

AprIL 9, 10, 11 2012 7 p. m .

26 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

t e a r out f or c o o k i n g

Toast lightly and use the slices to make crazy sandwiches.

save

Photo courtesy of Crave Photography

‘HOOD ADVICE

While Preparing for School

By Shaina Herrmann, Shaina’s Deals

The amount of money you spend while preparing your child for school each year can quickly add up! Back to school shopping includes everything from school supplies, new clothing, to computer software!

The first step is to do an inventory check. When you take stock of what you already have, you may find that you have most of the supplies on hand already.

When it comes to purchasing supplies, make sure you have quality products that will last at least a year, if not more. You never want to skimp on products that can be used year after year such as a backpack or calculator. You will save your money in the long run by not purchasing cheap products that will break and need to be replaced each year.

You can also try these additional ways to save: 1. Organize or take part in a back-to-school trading party with your friends! You can find great quality products each year by simply taking time to trade things you no longer need.

“Thanks to Consumer Credit Counseling Service,

I’m not

worried about my finances.”

At CCCS, we provide a wide variety of counseling and education opportunities to help you become a better money manager: • credit card debt • money management • medical bills • debt management • effective use of credit • student loans • bankruptcy counseling • homeownership resources • pre-purchase counseling • mortgage delinquency • foreclosure prevention

2. Bulk purchases can be a huge money saver! Try splitting the cost of some products with other parents.

3. Ask your tech-savvy friends if there are free versions of software your child will need for homework. For example, Google Docs and Open Office are both free and are comparable to Microsoft Office. n

605-330-2700 • 888-258-2227 cccs@LsssD.org • www.LsssD.org

FA M I LY H O O D

OPEN your Heart

by Judee Howard, Branch Director for Bethany Christian Services of Eastern SD

If you are a parent, you already know that raising a child brings both joy and challenges. Has your heart been torn when you hear about children who do not have parents to love them? There are vulnerable children all over the world who need the permanency of a safe and loving family. Children with special needs are among the most vulnerable people and need parents who will care for them, nurture their potential, and commit to meeting their needs for medical and therapeutic care. “Special needs” is a broad category that can include various health challenges including medical and developmental needs. Some of these needs may be remedied with the right medical attention while others are not. Needs may include conditions that result from neglect, abuse, trauma, physical challenges, or birth history. Significant needs may include developmental, medical, or physical challenges that will require long-term care. In the United States, HIV/AIDS is a manageable illness, but a child with HIV in another country is likely to suffer an early death.

Maybe your heart has been tugged – but you don’t know if you and your family are ready for the joys and challenges of raising a child of another race or a child with special needs. There are many ways to help vulnerable children – adoption is one of them. Could you open your heart and home to one of these precious children?

p ‘hood should Please consider how you can help a child, or learn if adoption may be right for your family, visit www.BethanyLifeLines.org or contact your local adoption agency to learn more.

Visit us at www.theratime.com for links to popular special need sites.

Services:

• Pediatric Speech • Occupational Therapy • Physical Therapy • On-site Therapy • Autism Services Intensive Therapy • Expressive Language Skills • Receptive Language Skills • Speech Production Articulation Skills

Caring for Children in Eastern South Dakota and Around the World Intercountry Adoption

Pregnancy Counseling

• Social Skills • Feeding and Swallowing • Oral Motor Skills • Diorders of Voice • Fine Motor • Gross Motor • Consultations • Schools • Evaulations

Call 359.3842

Free Speech and Language Screenings!

Domestic Infant Adoption Bethany Christian Services has been protecting and enhancing the lives of children and families through quality adoption and social services since 1944. Learn more at www.bethany.org.

Every Thursday at Midwest Ear Nose and Throat 8-10 am To schedule a screening call 275.1205

Special Services for Special Children © 2010 Bethany Christian Services

8462

February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com | 29

‘HOOD GOOD FA M I LY H O O D BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Craft shows . Parties . Fundraisers Showers . Outside orders Mention Hood Jenn Jenson magazine for Inwood, IA 51240 FREE shipping!

712-753-4342 jjenson@alliancecom.net

30 | February 2012 | thehoodmagazine.com

Mention this ad for

Thumbprint jewelry Custom hand stamped jewelry

in February

Ph. 605.450.0261 shfeldy@hotmail.com Find us on Facebook! www.sagebrushdesignsbyshelli.com

20% off

Avera --coming on the 15th

Pediatrics South