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City Kid New York: Great Guide for NYC Parents

I just picked up Alison Lowenstein's new guidebook, City Kid New York.  Unlike many other New York City guidebooks I've read, which are outdated and limited, Lowenstein includes up-to-the-minute, comprehensive listings of parenting websites, enrichment activities, camps, theater and concert performances, museums, and lice checkers, among other vital parenting subjects.  One very interesting and unique section … Continue reading City Kid New York: Great Guide for NYC Parents

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Urban Myth #1: ERB Test Includes Mazes

Sometimes, someone will call me and say something along the lines of,  "Junior rocks mazes!  I got him a maze workbook and he gets it!  He's set for the ERB!" However, sadly for these individuals, mazes aren't on the ERB for kindergarten.  Mazes used to be, but no longer.  They've been off the ERB for … Continue reading Urban Myth #1: ERB Test Includes Mazes

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Best Books for Moving to Westchester, New Jersey, Long Island, Connecticut

Leaving New York City?  Thanks to the recession as well as normal migration, many New Yorkers with young children will move to nearby suburbs this summer.  Not all New Yorkers are thrilled about this--some approach a move with trepidation.  Relax--the suburbs have much to offer.  Some books with more info about the tristate area suburban … Continue reading Best Books for Moving to Westchester, New Jersey, Long Island, Connecticut

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Best Books for Moving to New York City: Public Schools

Moving to New York City?  As an educational consultant who helps relocating families find Manhattan and Brooklyn schools, neighborhoods, and enrichment activities, people often come to me for book recommendations.  Here are some of my favorites for NYC transferees and residents looking at NYC public schools: New York City's Best Public Elementary Schools: A Parent's … Continue reading Best Books for Moving to New York City: Public Schools