Hello everyone, I already posted this in another forum, so I hope it's ok to post again. Is there a valentine exchange this year? I searched but was unable to find a thread about a Valentine's Day exchange this year. My son participated years ago and I'd like for him and my daughter to participate this year. Thank you!

Hello everyone, I searched but was unable to find a thread about a Valentine's Day exchange this year. My son participated years ago and I'd like for him and my daughter to participate this year. Thank you!

I know this is not what you asked, but the curriculum writer will be teaching the class this summer. You can read more about it here http://rfolc.com/courses/phil01.shtml

My husband had this and went to a dermatologist. He was given a type of steroid shot on the bald spot and the hair grew back. That was over five years ago and the hair is still growing just fine. Hopefully your situation is just as easy to fix.

My son was around three when I started teaching him his letter sounds. We basically became alphabet obsessed, in a good way. We read a ton of alphabet books, played alphabet bingo, made alphabet art, watched The Letter Factory. I did use the advice I received here and focused on the letter sounds rather than teach the name. Another thing we used a lot was refrigerator magnet letters. It was fun for him to play with the letters. I once read somewhere that boys respond better when you say "let's build a word" because most boys like building. So, we used the magnets to build words. I still remember once he learned his letter sounds I taugh him up, cup, and pup first. He built the words on the fridge and was so proud. So many good memories. Enjoy this special time.

I have a two year old who went through a phase of running off in public places. She happily wore her owl tether for about a month to break the habit. I didn't feel comfortable with her wearing it at first, but I received so many compliments that I began to relax about anyone judging me. This was within the past six months. Oops, I forgot to add she is not special needs.

The two books I can remember are Flowers for Algernon, and Roll of Thunder,Hear My Cry.

Please add my six year old son to the list. Thank you for organizing this!

Of course, I forgot to add that he would like to participate again this year! Please add us to the list!

My son participated last year. He loved all the mail! I rarely post and I mainly just come here for curriculum/lesson ideas, but am glad I saw this post.

I don't post often, but the post about the cupcakes brought me out of lurkdem. Please post the recipe or send me a PM. I am wiling to sign a confidentiality agreement. :lol:

I have only visited the first site, and have already found some great books. Thanks for posting!

I can't believe I didn't know half priced books has a website! I go there every time I am in Austin or Houston. Thanks for passing on the info.

Has anyone here found a way to change the batteries in the book It's Time to call 911? I bought the book used on Amazon and I figured there would just be a little cover to unscrew on the back of the book. I am guessing it must be under the back cover, but I don't want to ruin the book it isn't.

Just curious, Can you say why you hated it? I am building a house and planning on doing this. But the plans are not yet finalized and I have been debating if I should keep the fireplace. Sorry if I am hijacking the thread.

Bolthouse Farms has a really tasty and healthier ranch. I have found it in the refrigerated section by the bagged salad at the store. http://bolthouse.com/our-products/yogurt-dressings/classic-ranch/detail

Paul O. Zelinsky has retold and illustrated both Rapunzel and Rumpelstiltskin beautifully. There is a Hansel and Gretel that was written by Rika Lesser that is illustrated by the Zelinsky. I have not read that one yet, but I would imagine it is right up there with the previous two.

Signed. Posting so it will get bumped.

My son sounds a bit like your son. I have been thinking about making him one of these for Christmas http://pinterest.com/pin/442701155/ Hopefully that link works. I know it has nothing to do with the Space Bag, but it is a cool thing you could make for a little one that doesn't really want anything.

I was outside working and an answer to this question just popped into my mind. You might want to check out Hurty Feelings. It is about a hippo that gets her feelings hurt and overreacts. I know it isn't exactly what you are looking for, but it does show the ridiculousness of overreacting. I hope that helps.

My son really loved Curious George the entire year he was four. He was also liked a lot of books about dogs: Clifford, Harry the Dirty Dog, Carl, Harry McLarry, McDuff, Tucker off his Rocker, Martha Speaks. From here I will just make a list, The Little Engine that Could, Olivia books by Ian Falconer, Rapunzel and Rumpelstiltskin adapted by Paul O. Zelinsky, The Incredible Book Eating Boy by Oliver Jeffers plus all the other Oliver Jeffers books, Where the Wild Things Are, Madeline, Kevin Henkes mouse books, Caps for Sale, Frog and Toad, Stellaluna, We're Going on a Bear Hunt, The Seven Silly Eaters,The Gingerbread Man, Richard Scarry Busytown books, the Babar series, and Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel. My son just turned five so I was able to remember a lot of books. Hopefully this list helps.

I am in the very early stages of building a house and I spend a lot of time on houzz.com. You can select different types of styles and then select a room and see what others have done. I have also checked out library books about interior design. What I have read is save a lot of pictures of things you like and also keep examples of what you don't like. Really take your time. I like to sketch everything, as many times as I need to, until I get it right. House Beautiful magazine published a book dedicated to paint colors and includes helpful descriptions of where they would work well in a home.

A really pretty pop-up book like this one http://www.amazon.com/Cinderella-Pop-Up-Fairy-Matthew-Reinhart/dp/1416905014/ref=sr_1_11?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1315714182&sr=1-11 might be a good choice.

Haha I am doing this right now too! Thankfully I only have one ticket.

On my last trip to the library I picked up several books of classic fairy tales. One book includes Puss in Boots and my son loves it! It probably isn't the most difficult retelling of the story that can be found but it isn't watered down either. We have read it four times in as many days. He has not been put off by the language but more inquisitive about the vocabulary the more we read it. I know he won't like every older story this much, but I am so glad I didn't wait until he was older to begin reading these stories. Thanks to everyone for all the helpful replies.