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Q.  My son will be starting preschool in the fall. I love the school and think that it is the right choice for him, but I worry about how to get him ready to go. He is somewhat clingy and doesn't particularly like new situations. Is there anything I can do to make this transition easier for him and for me?

Q.  What is Emergent Literacy?

Q.  How do I teach my child about personal safety?

Q.  What are the most important things to consider as I help my child learn to recognize prejudice while I simultaneously try to teach tolerance?

Q.  Is it possible to praise a child too much?

Q.  Lately it's been so hard to relax and enjoy being in our play-group with my 18 month old son. He is constantly snatching things from other children. I'm trying to teach him how to share but nothing I do or say works.

Q.  Do I need to play with my child whenever he/she asks?

Q.  My children are driving me nuts with their bickering and squabbling! Any suggestions?

Q.  I received a letter from my daughter's pre-school saying that they will be using a "mental health consultant." It worries me that they need this service. Does this mean that my daughter is going to a pre-school that is having difficulties?