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Kiwi Families Newsletter: Back to School

Published: Tue 15 Feb 2011 11:24 AM
Phew, the kids are back to school, back into their school routines and already into some after-school activities. But not all kids transition well into school. Do you have a child anxious about the new school, new teacher or new class? Take a minute to read our article on Back to School Anxiety and other relevant articles in our Back to School section.
Head Lice
Fight back against nits! Para Plus is the only registered headlice treatment with TWO active ingredients so you can be confident it will work every time. The aerosol spray is easy to use – apply directly to dry hair so you can see where you have treated, rinse-out and then comb. If re-infestation is a problem at your school use Para Repel to keep nits away. To find out more and to enter our colouring-in competition to win a $50 Toy World voucher visit: www.lice.co.nz
PAFT
Ever heard of PAFT? What is the PAFT programme? Read our overview article on PAFT and the nature of the free, practical support and guidelines for parents of children within early childhood education in NZ.
Internet Safety
The internet can be a wonderful resource for children's school work and for play, but it also contains dangers, especially for the vulnerable. Remind yourself of the key cybersafety issues in our article on Internet Safety.
School Deciles
Have you ever wondered what a decile rating is and how your school gets one? Our Deciles article unveils the mystery that surrounds deciles in New Zealand schools.
Separation & Divorce
Have you or a friend recently separated or divorced? Read Jill Darcey's latest article on the often prickly issue with your Ex surrounding Pick Ups & Drop Offs of the kids.
Mini Sports Club
Mini Sports Club – AUCKLAND WIDE --- 2-3 yrs, 3-5 yrs and 5-7 yr old classes – ACTIVE, EDUCATIONAL, FUN --- Mini Rugby, Soccer, Cricket, T-Ball, Hockey, Basketball – Lots of fun learning games and a big team focus.
Birthday Parties & Special Needs Classes --- Book online at www.minisports.co.nz
Valentines Day
Just in case you'd forgotten, it's 14 February today ... which makes it Valentines Day ... yes, today! Find out a little more about some of the history and traditions of this special day in our article Valentines Day.
Modern Cloth Nappies
Check out our latest updated table of Modern Cloth Nappy online retailers.
Jokes of the Week
Here are a few cheeky jokes to relate to friends --- The Fiancee, the Mistress & the Wife --- Things to Live For --- Housework --- and the Mammogram.
ENDS

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