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Item Back to School: A Parent's Guide(Barnardos, 1996) BarnardosStarting school is a momentous time in any child’s life and can be stressful for both the child and their parents or carers. Returning to school after the summer holidays can also be a difficult time for a child. The transition from playgroup to primary school can be fraught with anxieties, with many children having to make new friends and become accustomed to a new school environment. Meeting new teachers can be traumatic and many parents worry about giving the best advice and support to their children at this difficult time. This can be repeated. at transition from primary to secondary school. Marks & Spencer, who has always cared about the family, has joined together with Barnardo's, to produce this booklet. Barnardo’s in Ireland have been looking after children and their interests for over 25 years and have a wealth of experience in this area. This booklet will be an invaluable guide to any parent with children of school going age, with information on starting school, road safety, homework, teacher/parent relationships, and nutrition, including where to look for further information if necessary. Once parents have read our step-by-step guide, we know that they will have a better understanding of the problems that pupils face and will be able to offer support and guidance to their children.Item Choosing the Best for Your Child(Barnardos, 1998) Barnardos; Fingal County LibrariesMost parents need to find good quality reliable care for their children at some stage whether they choose a childminder, a nursery/creche or a babysitter. Choosing child care can be very difficult. This booklet is designed to alert you to the main issues that need to be considered when making choices that relate to the above types of child care. It does not cover sessional services such as playgroups or drop-in centres. It combines the requirements under the Child Care (Pre school Services) Regulations 1996 and good practice recommendations. If child care arrangements break down it can be a source of great stress to parents and children. Consistency helps children feel secure, It is therefore, very important that you select the right child care in the first place. Don’t leave the selection to the last minute, Take time ~ it is an important decision. Remember you are choosing someone to share the care of your child.Item Time Together: A Parent's Guide to Games & Activities for Young Children(Barnardos, 1996) Barnardos; Fingal County LibrariesFingal County Libraries and the National Children’s Resource Centre, Barnardos have compiled a series of four activity booklets for parents of children under five years. This is the Time Together series which is designed to introduce parents to the various activities. Each booklet lists a selection of fun, creative activities to enjoy with your infant, toddler or pre-school child. The activities encourage interaction and communication. They help the child’s emotional, social, physical, intellectual and cultural development. This series is designed to introduce parents to the various activities. It is intended as a first step. A comprehensive book list for parents is included in each booklet which will guide you to further information on the topic. This booklet explores games and activities for parents of young children.Item Time Together: A Parent's Guide to Books & Stories for Young Children(Barnardos, 1996) Barnardos; Fingal County LibrariesFingal County Libraries and the National Children’s Resource Centre, Barnardos have compiled a series of four activity booklets for parents of children under five years. This is the Time Together series which is designed to introduce parents to the various activities. Each booklet lists a selection of fun, creative activities to enjoy with your infant, toddler or pre-school child. The activities encourage interaction and communication. They help the child’s emotional, social, physical, intellectual and cultural development. This series is designed to introduce parents to the various activities. It is intended as a first step. A comprehensive book list for parents is included in each booklet which will guide you to further information on the topic. This booklet explores books and stories activities for parents of young children.Item Time Together: A Parent's Guide to Arts & Crafts for Young Children(Barnardos, 1996) Barnardos; Fingal County LibrariesFingal County Libraries and the National Children’s Resource Centre, Barnardos have compiled a series of four activity booklets for parents of children under five years. This is the Time Together series which is designed to introduce parents to the various activities. Each booklet lists a selection of fun, creative activities to enjoy with your infant, toddler or pre-school child. The activities encourage interaction and communication. They help the child’s emotional, social, physical, intellectual and cultural development. This series is designed to introduce parents to the various activities. It is intended as a first step. A comprehensive book list for parents is included in each booklet which will guide you to further information on the topic. This booklet explores arts and crafts activities for parents of young children.