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PremierSeptember Issue 2012 MANHATTAN FREE Family Where Every Child Matters Back-to- school activities Healthier food for city kids Obesity, children and cholesterol

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manhattan Family September 2012 Features 6 Wellness in the Schools How these two parents turned ‘yucky’ into ‘yummy’ for 20,000 city school kids By Tammy Scileppi 10 Head of the class Helping your child excel — at every age and developmental stage from kindergarten through high school By Sandra Gordon 12 Finding the right shoes Putting your best foot forward when shopping for your child By Kiki Bocci 32 Singing the world The Young People’s Chorus visits China — and discovers much more By Laura J. Varoscak 34 Raising your kids to be politically savvy 30 How to engage your children with the world around them By Denise Yearian 36 A cooler lunch How to pack a school lunch that stays a safe temperature By Kiki Bocci 38 Don’t miss your child’s back- to-school physical A primer so you and your child know exactly what to expect By Jamie Lober 39 Simple rules of backpack safety 39 By Jay Hunt

columns calendar 8 Healthy Living 22 September events by Danielle Sullivan 30 Dear Dr. Karyn special sections By Dr. Karyn Gordon 14 Fall Activity Guide 40 Good Sense Eating 16 Education Directory by Christine M. Palumbo, RD 41 The Marketplace 34 42 New & Noteworthy 41 Party Planners By Lisa J. Curtis

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September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 3 Letter from the publisher Launching in Manhattan t has been our privi- My daughter was born promote because it’s strong, vital and blasts and make use of our excellent lege to produce par- in Mt. Sinai Hospital and expansive. We are here to grow and calendar both in print and online. I ent guides in the that afternoon started to help you, our readers, find support Now the kids are back in school. other four boroughs a new life for me as it and options as you make the impor- The summer has come to an official since 1999. We began in does for every parent. tant decisions for your children. end and a new semester/chapter has Brooklyn and gradually This city, in particular, Our staff/our team are parents begun. Here too, we are beginning a have added on another offers both challenges too, with children of varying ages, new chapter, Manhattan Family. I like borough and another and opportunities that but all understanding and recogniz- the sound of it and hope you do too. borough until right now, no other metropolitan ing the particular challenges of rais- We hope you will enjoy the articles, September 2012, we have area can mirror, and we ing our children in these city com- columns and the look and feel of launched our magazine hope very much that munities. We enjoy our work and what we work hard to make relevant here in Manhattan. I am so happy and our magazine will be liked and that it enjoy parenting and the pleasure and interesting. so proud, although many people have will be welcomed into the mix. of watching our children at every It’s a real pleasure to be here! commented on the unusual pattern We have wonderful columnists and stage of their developing lives. The Thanks for reading! because most things start here and writers and we will present as many miracle of this never eludes us. We go outward. In our case we did it in of them as our page count will allow. are continually breathless as we ob- our own unique way. We are here to create relationships serve the growth and live through I have lived all over Manhattan with the many wonderful services, the stages, some of which are more island and have long wanted to bring educators, and professionals from pleasant and easier than others. our editorial content to the engaged uptown to downtown, east to west, We hope you will enjoy reading parent community committed to rais- doing positive things for children and our magazine and that you will also Susan Weiss-Voskidis, ing their families in this vibrant, cre- families throughout our communi- log onto our engaging website, www. Publisher/Excutive Editor ative and intense dynamic. ties. FAMILY — that‘s the word we NYParenting.com. Sign up for our e- [email protected]

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ated the Wellness in the Schools or beans and added options like ketchup and grape jelly to make Photo by John Kernick cebook and Twitter. movement. fresh romaine lettuce, cucumber, barbecue sauce. According to a Upper West Side parents Nancy Easton and Chef Bill Telepan serve as the executive leadership for Wellness in the Schools. Tammy Scileppi is a Queens-based The uber-proactive alumni of PS celery, corn, onions, cheddar — recent study, more than 70 percent writer and journalist who has inter- 333 (now a “wellness” school), has and even whole-wheat pasta salad of public schools serve food that is ties, canned ravioli, and cold cuts dessert, but I try to keep it whole- along the river, museums, and ex- viewed and profiled many interesting said that when she was an educa- — to the salad bar. The kids didn’t high in fat and loaded with sugar with nitrates — will gradually be some. We avoid processed food ploring different foods and neigh- people, including several celebrities. She come back for just seconds — they and salt because, even though it’s replaced with healthier and fresher and eat well-balanced meals.” borhoods in the city.” has been covering arts and entertain- came back for sevenths! unhealthy, the nutrient guidelines options. Due to this smart and activity- ment in New York City, but also enjoys Chef Telepan’s vision for the future “I set up three days with the De- for vitamins, minerals, and protein Easton, whose family eats what Healthy bodies, loving mentality, Wellness in the sharing her insightful articles with NY s ! FRESH SALAD BAR WITH FRUIT etarian chili (in burritos or as a partment of Education in which I are met. One can only hope that she preaches, said she likes to food healthy minds Schools also works closely with Parenting readers. As a mom, she has compotes in every cafeteria. rice topping). could cook in my daughter’s school. down the road, the “Top 10 bad shop with her kids. Eating nutritious food that fuels Asphalt Green — a recess enhance- lots of parenting experience under her s2OASTED CHICKEN INSTEAD OF s & I T N E S S ANDSPORTSPROGRAMS We were serving sandwiches and foods” — which include peanut “We visit green markets as often the body isn’t the only ingredient ment program in the South Bronx belt, having raised a bright and indepen- chicken patties. in every school. pasta sauces with pesto and chick- butter, jelly, breaded chicken prod- as we can on weekends. [My kids] necessary for a healthy lifestyle. — to create the Coach for Kids pro- dent teenage son (in college), and his s2EPLACINGTACOMEATWITHVEG- peas. On Pizza Fridays, we made ucts, cereals, French fries, burgers, cook with me and I don’t make too “We’re also a very active family,” gram. It provides fitness and sports older brother, who is a super-talented whole-wheat flatbread pizzas.” meat sauces, Jamaican beef pat- many ‘forbidden fruits.’ We have says Easton. “We enjoy bike riding instruction by sending coaches to actor and comedian.

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needy schools. And another organization, Partnering with Sporti- meNY, also partners with Wellness in the Schools in order to bring tennis to five schools on the Upper East Side. Wellness in Outlook for fall and beyond In a recent speech, Mayor Bloomberg noted that after de- cades of increases there was a surprising 5.5 percent drop in the amount of obese children in public the Schools school. This translates into roughly 6,500 fewer overweight kids. Eas- BY TAMMY SCILEPPI Working with other parents, pub- ton and Telepan have been ac- How these Nutrition in other lic school officials, and the Depart- knowledged as an inspirational otham summer is fading schools ment of Education’s food service, force by the White House and First two parents into autumn, which means What does the lunch the two parents bravely moved for- Lady Michelle Obama’s Chefs Move G thoughts of going back to menu look like at the Obama ward with their health plan. to Schools initiative, and recently turned ‘yucky’ school loom for New York City’s girls’ private school, Sidwell spread their wellness-gospel on the one million-plus public school Friends? What it does Cooking Channel’s Game Changers kids. But this fall, some of these Kids there enjoy organic Wellness in the Schools has part- segment. into ‘yummy’ lucky students have a reason to spinach, roasted local vege- nered with top culinary schools And although Easton says that be excited because they will be table melts, and organic black in the city, which sends its gradu- “there’s a lot of excitement and for 20,000 city participating in the Wellness in bean nachos. ates to school kitchens to dem- growth” in store for Wellness in the the Schools program, which is de- onstrate how U.S. Department of Schools, not every public school will school kids signed to teach school cooks how Agriculture-allotted and budgeted be affected by this positive change. to plan and create tasty meals pre- tor in the city’s school system, food can easily be transformed into Despite the fact that Bloomberg pared from scratch. she couldn’t help but notice many appealing, wholesome fare. This mentioned in his speech that an The program — which has re- students’ poor eating habits. She includes vegetarian chili, which, overwhelming majority of parents ceived a big thumbs up from par- knew all too well how it adversely when cooked in volume, can feed think their children are fit and at ents who have written in to praise affected their ability to learn and an army of hungry kindergarten a healthy weight, he also said that its efforts — has managed to trans- perform in the classroom. through 12th graders. “the facts tell a different story.” form outdated menus full of boring, Easton’s friend, world-class chef, The program also offers a quar- Parents and educators who are energy-sucking grub into delight- and four-star restaurant owner Bill terly plan called Cook for Kids that still frustrated by unhealthy food fully nutritious cafe-style cuisine Telepan joined Wellness in the offers students hands-on classes, options in their children’s cafete- in more than 40 school cafeterias Schools as its volunteer executive where they learn how to whip up rias can bring change to their own in Manhattan, the Bronx, South chef in 2008. As a dad and food yummy, nutritious dishes using schools by reaching out to Well- Bronx, and Brooklyn since 2005. expert who believes that “wellness preservative-free ingredients and ness in the Schools or by work- is the way we live,” Telepan felt he produce from local green markets. ing with their schools’ administra- How it started needed to make a positive change This results in kids bringing home tions — and fellow parents — to In 2005, Nancy Easton — a for- after he noticed how wilted the new recipes that they can prepare encourage their kitchens to cook mer city school teacher, principal, salad bar was in his 11-year-old with their parents, advocating from scratch. Parents should also and Upper West Side mom — be- daughter Leah’s school cafeteria at bonding and good eating habits for do their part by cooking simple, came increasingly concerned about PS 87. Employing his white-table- people of all ages. fresh, nutritious, kid-friendly meals what her 5-, 8-, and 11-year-old chil- cloth skills, he carved time out of Yet, despite all of Wellness in the at home with their children — it dren were eating during lunch hour his busy schedule to train cafeteria School’s great intentions, a hand- teaches them healthy eating habits as she sat in on school meetings. staff. Before long, they learned how ful of public school cafeterias still that will last them a lifetime. In response to the issue, she cre- to make wraps filled with chicken have cooks who may still be mixing Wellness in the Schools is on Fa- ated the Wellness in the Schools or beans and added options like ketchup and grape jelly to make Photo by John Kernick cebook and Twitter. movement. fresh romaine lettuce, cucumber, barbecue sauce. According to a Upper West Side parents Nancy Easton and Chef Bill Telepan serve as the executive leadership for Wellness in the Schools. Tammy Scileppi is a Queens-based The uber-proactive alumni of PS celery, corn, onions, cheddar — recent study, more than 70 percent writer and journalist who has inter- 333 (now a “wellness” school), has and even whole-wheat pasta salad of public schools serve food that is ties, canned ravioli, and cold cuts dessert, but I try to keep it whole- along the river, museums, and ex- viewed and profiled many interesting said that when she was an educa- — to the salad bar. The kids didn’t high in fat and loaded with sugar with nitrates — will gradually be some. We avoid processed food ploring different foods and neigh- people, including several celebrities. She come back for just seconds — they and salt because, even though it’s replaced with healthier and fresher and eat well-balanced meals.” borhoods in the city.” has been covering arts and entertain- came back for sevenths! unhealthy, the nutrient guidelines options. Due to this smart and activity- ment in New York City, but also enjoys Chef Telepan’s vision for the future “I set up three days with the De- for vitamins, minerals, and protein Easton, whose family eats what Healthy bodies, loving mentality, Wellness in the sharing her insightful articles with NY s ! FRESH SALAD BAR WITH FRUIT etarian chili (in burritos or as a partment of Education in which I are met. One can only hope that she preaches, said she likes to food healthy minds Schools also works closely with Parenting readers. As a mom, she has compotes in every cafeteria. rice topping). could cook in my daughter’s school. down the road, the “Top 10 bad shop with her kids. Eating nutritious food that fuels Asphalt Green — a recess enhance- lots of parenting experience under her s2OASTED CHICKEN INSTEAD OF s & I T N E S S ANDSPORTSPROGRAMS We were serving sandwiches and foods” — which include peanut “We visit green markets as often the body isn’t the only ingredient ment program in the South Bronx belt, having raised a bright and indepen- chicken patties. in every school. pasta sauces with pesto and chick- butter, jelly, breaded chicken prod- as we can on weekends. [My kids] necessary for a healthy lifestyle. — to create the Coach for Kids pro- dent teenage son (in college), and his s2EPLACINGTACOMEATWITHVEG- peas. On Pizza Fridays, we made ucts, cereals, French fries, burgers, cook with me and I don’t make too “We’re also a very active family,” gram. It provides fitness and sports older brother, who is a super-talented whole-wheat flatbread pizzas.” meat sauces, Jamaican beef pat- many ‘forbidden fruits.’ We have says Easton. “We enjoy bike riding instruction by sending coaches to actor and comedian.

September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 7 HEALTH Do children need a cholesterol check?

hat is your child’s cholesterol? How W about his LDL? Or HEALTHY HDL? Do you know? If you don’t, relax, because LIVING most parents are in the same DANIELLE SULLIVAN boat. But, new government guidelines endorsed by the American Academy of Pedi- atrics are encouraging pediatricians to test children’s cholesterol level starting at age 9, and their reasons behind it make a lot of sense. With the obesity rates steadily increasing, there is just cause to test when you consider that high cholesterol levels can cause heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Preven- tion reports that two-thirds of American adults and 15 percent of children are overweight or obese. Further- more, in certain states, the numbers for children rise to more than 30 percent. However, some doctors are strange to hear, because she was Still, I’m not sure every child claiming that we don’t need to test a very healthy eater, loved veg- needs a cholesterol test, unless every single child for high choles- gies and salads, barely ate meat a problem has been identified or terol. Instead, they feel that per- or junk food, and was very thin. A they are high risk. Of course, this haps a more laid back approach couple of months later, we learned begs the question: what other should be utilized, and only chil- that she had Hashimoto’s disease, blood tests should children regu- dren who are at high risk for high which affects a person’s thyroid — larly undergo in light of our obe- cholesterol should be tested. and her’s was compromised. sity epidemic? Is diabetes the next There are others who also feel We didn’t understand why her blood test that kids might need in that doctors who have ties to drug cholesterol levels were high until the future? companies will push medication on we found a pediatric endocrinolo- Has your child been tested for children, when they should really gist who explained to us that high cholesterol? Would you want to just encourage a better diet and cholesterol is a marker for a thy- test him? Are these guidelines too more activity. roid problem. In fact, if doctors strict? When a child is determined to see a thyroid problem, they should Go to our Facebook page, www. be overweight or has an unhealthy test for thyroid dysfunction. This facebook.com/NY Parenting, and diet, it might be easier to make the would have saved my daughter share your thoughts on this sub- determination that a blood test is many months of not being prop- ject. in order. But what about thin chil- erly diagnosed. He also told us that Danielle Sullivan, a Brooklyn-born dren who eat well? she didn’t need to be treated for mom of three, has worked as a writer My daughter, at age 9, endured the cholesterol itself because once and editor in the parenting world for a battery of blood tests to investi- her thyroid became under control, more than 10 years. Sullivan also writes gate why she had not been feeling those levels would naturally dip to about pets and parenting for Disney’s well for a long time. One of the first normal amounts. Like promised, Babble.com. Find her on Facebook and things that came back was that as her thyroid levels regulate, her Twitter @DanniSullWriter, or on her she had high cholesterol. That was cholesterol levels continue to fall. blog, Just Write Mom.

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September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 9 EDUCATION

Use our guide to help your child child’s personality. Some kids like make the most of every age and doing homework right after school. stage — from kindergarten through Others need to burn off steam by high school. playing for half an hour (set a timer) before getting down to business. Elementary school: Whatever you choose, stick to the Milestone-mania schedule you establish for your kids From kindergarten through fifth as much as possible. To minimize Head grade, kids make major strides. In distractions, keep the TV off during kindergarten and first grade they homework time. learn how to transition to school by For younger kids, begin each becoming comfortable with a class- homework session by asking your room routine while learning how child to explain what she’s supposed to read. By third grade and beyond to do, then gauge if she can do it they learn that they need to read alone or if she needs your help. If in order to learn. Emotionally, they you’re not around when your child of the begin to develop their academic self- does her homework, let her know esteem based on feedback from you you’ll look at it when you get home, and their teachers. By the fourth and and be sure to follow through. fifth grades they’re moving from con- “Praise her when she completes crete to abstract thinking. her homework by emphasizing the “When concrete thinkers see the process, such as ‘You worked really Statute of Liberty, they see it as hard to learn your math facts,’ rather a lady with a torch. An abstract than the product ‘Good job on learn- thinker also sees it as a symbol of ing your math facts.’ Praising the freedom and democracy,” says Re- process teaches persistence, which class becca Branstetter, an educational is a skill kids need for school suc- and clinical psychologist in Oakland, cess,” Branstetter advises. BY SANDRA GORDON Calif. By the fifth grade, kids are also Helping your beginning to set goals, work inde- Middle school: rom the crawling, walking, pendently, function better in groups, Hormone havoc child excel — at and babbling of infants to the make more complex decisions, and In middle school — the sixth F angst and rebellion of tweens become organized with their school through eighth grades — kids are every age and and teens, children constantly go and homework. starting to go through puberty, and through a predictable set of develop- It’s wise to extend learning be- the physical changes can make them mental stages physically, intellectu- yond school when your child is in feel like they’re not in control of their developmental ally, emotionally, and socially. elementary school. Reinforce what bodies. deal to your child. Placating doesn’t do you think you might need to do, and express herself. Ask questions disorder, seek professional help. Of course, the age at which your your child is learning in school with “It’s a complicated time physically, help and can be harmful. given that he gives lots of home- such as, “Oh, why do you think so?” “Your child’s primary care pro- stage from child reaches these stages can differ activities at home. For example, let socially, and emotionally,” says Vicki “They can push your child away work?” rather than “He’s only trying rather than lecturing or yelling. vider or the school guidance coun- from other children. your second grader count change at Panaccione, PhD, a licensed psychol- because she’ll feel like you just don’t to teach you.” The idea is to help “It’s a great time to find out who selor is a good resource for a referral kindergarten “Along the way, any of these the checkout and help her learn frac- ogist and founder of the Better Par- get it,” Panaccione says. your child solve the problem, find your kids really are,” Panaccione to a qualified child or teen psycholo- [phases can be experienced] ahead tions by allowing her to measure in- enting Institute in Melbourne, Fla. Don’t be too concerned if your child her own way, and keep the lines of says. gists in your area,” Panaccione says. through high or behind the others in their timing, gredients while you’re baking cook- During this difficult age and stage, starts to hang with the wrong crowd. communication open so your child Note dramatic changes. It’s nor- College pressure is another issue then switch, which can be confus- ies together. Have her tell time. Talk their sense of self is also developing. “As kids develop and decide who will continue to feel comfortable talk- mal for high schoolers to be just as you have to consider when your school ing for parents,” says Vivian Seltzer, about numbers while you’re driv- “There’s a lot of exclusion in middle they want to be, they need to decide ing to you about even bigger prob- moody as middle schoolers. But if child is in high school. By the 11th PhD, professor of human developing, such as how fast you’re going, school,” she says. Cliques can pro- who they don’t want to be,” says Selt- lems that might come along later. your teen shows a drastic change in grade, it comes on strong. The ear- ment and behavior at the University the distance you’ll travel, and how vide a safe haven as kids try to figure zer. They may try on various groups, personality or behavior; a significant lier you discuss college with your of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. long it will take to get there. Play themselves out. including one that’s not your favorite, High school: The drop in grades, study habits, or at- child, the better. But only start talk- You can start out with a preco- board games that involve money, Parents should expect turmoil dur- to see what feels right. All kids have “who-am-I?” years titude; a dramatic shift in appear- ing about higher education when cious learner who is seemingly time, logic, or vocabulary — such ing this stage. Mood swings and over- friends their parents don’t like. But In high school, children forge ance, dress, or grooming; or inter- your child seems ready. ahead of everyone else, only to find as the family editions of Monopoly, reactions, such as total hysteria over kids are good self-barometers. “Don’t their identities academically, so- ests, goals, or activities, know that “Some kids are focused, but most out two years later that her class- Scrabble, or Apples to Apples. On whether or not a boy or girl looked at butt in unless you think their friends cially, morally, sexually, and spiritu- something’s up. have no idea what they want to do mates have caught up and they’re the weekends, take family outings to your child in the hallway, are a normal are dangerous,” Seltzer cautions. ally while trying to figure out who “Talk to your teen about your or major in,” Panaccione says. To speeding ahead. Not to worry. It’s all museums and zoos to visit exhibits part of this phase of development. Empathizing academically is also they are apart from you. concerns,” says Panaccione. Start reduce anxiety, Panaccione tells her just part of growing up. But, as a par- that coincide with school subjects. “Don’t take it personally. Just under- important. In middle school, the work- “High schoolers question every- by saying something like: “I’m con- high school patients that they don’t ent, it helps to know these things. “If your child is learning about stand that your child is going through load gets more difficult because kids thing and may even rebel against cerned that you’re spending time in have to know what they want to “Knowing where your child is at Egypt, take a trip to a local museum a lot,” says Panaccione. Be supportive have to meet the demands of up to your opinions and beliefs,” says bed when you used to be out with do going into college. That’s where developmentally can help you un- with an Egyptian exhibit,” says Bran- but don’t minimize the problem or try seven different teachers instead of Panaccione. If you’re a Democrat, your friends.” they’ll figure it out, which is some- derstand and support her,” Dr. Selt- stetter. “It reinforces curiosity, sends to fix it either. “Middle schoolers don’t just one. for example, your child might say Then listen to what your child has thing you could say at home, too. zer says. Most kids don’t need a lot of the subtle message that school is im- want you to solve anything.” “It’s a big challenge. The best thing she’s a Republican. If you’re a meat- to say. If the behaviors are a sign of Also, listen to your child’s wishes help navigating the landscape, espe- portant, and shows your child that Instead, use phrases like: “I’m sorry you can do is allow your child to and-potatoes family, she’ll become a rebelling against a lack of freedom or for college rather than pushing your cially as they grow older. But it helps school and home are connected.” you feel that way,” or “Gosh, that must vent,” Panaccione says. If your child vegan. You get the idea. privilege, be open to discussing and agenda. to be aware of where they are so you Develop a homework habit. Make have been embarrassing for you,” complains that one of her teachers Talking to you teen is the key to compromising. If you’re concerned “To be successful, kids should end can guide them along the way and doing homework automatic by com- rather than “Just ignore it,” or “Just gives too much homework, for ex- their success. Allow your child to your child may be suffering from up going to a college that’s right for step in if you feel its necessary. ing up with a routine that fits your get over it. It’s not a big deal.” It is a big ample, you might say, “Well, what question your opinions and values depression or another mental health them,” she says.

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September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 11 SHOPPING Finding the right shoes Putting your BY KIKI BOCCI ou know the return to school best foot means you need to put some- Y thing more substantial on your child’s feet than flip-flops and forward when sandals, but what? Is there really that much of a difference among children’s shoes? shopping for If you think about the wide variety of shoes in your own your child closet, you’ll know the answer is yes. There are shoes that pinch your toes and are agony by the have a say in the shoe- end of the day, and then there are buying process promotes healthy the shoes that make you feel like foot habits down the road. that need a you’re walking on air. Which kind s 0 R O P E R FIT IS KEY !LWAYS MEA- “break-in” period would you prefer you child to be sure a child’s feet before buying or that your child needs to grow into. wearing all day? shoes. Don’t assume you know the Shoes should be comfortable im- Finding proper shoes is not just correct size based on your last pur- mediately and fit properly from the a back-to-school task — it’s a chal- chase, even if it was just last month start. How long would you be willing lenge all year long, say the experts (or even last week). When your to wear shoes that give you blisters, at the American Podiatric Medical child tries on a pair — yes, both make you walk awkwardly, or are Association. Here are some things shoes! — Watch him walk in them. uncomfortable? they suggest you keep in mind: Do they slip down on the heel? Do s " U Y SOMETHING SOLID ,OOK FOR s 7 H E N IT COMES TO SHOES BAN- they look too tight? Watch for signs a stiff heel — it shouldn’t collapse ish the hand-me-downs. Even if the of potential irritation. when you press on the back of the shoes seem like they still have a lot s " I G G E R IS BETTER !LWAYS BUY shoe. Also, the shoe should have a of wear left, never hand down foot- for the larger foot. Feet are seldom reasonably rigid middle. Your child’s wear. Just because a shoe fit one precisely the same size. Make sure shoe should never twist in the mid- child comfortably doesn’t mean it you check both feet and select the dle. Finally, check for toe flexibility. will fit another the same way. Also, larger size. It’s easier to deal with The shoe should bend with your sharing shoes can spread fungi like a shoe that is slightly too big than child’s toes. athlete’s foot and nail fungus. one that is too small. Also, make s " E PREPARED TO GO SHOPPING s 4A KE YOUR CHILD SHOE SHOPPING sure your child tries on shoes with again soon. Children’s feet change You may think you know what your socks of the thickness he will be with age. Shoe and sock sizes may child will like. And you may think wearing with the shoes. change every few months as a child’s you know the correct size. But every s0ATIENCE ISNT A VIRTUE WHEN IT feet grow. Don’t expect your pur- shoe fits differently. Letting a child comes to shoes. Do not buy shoes chase to last for months on end.

12 MANHATTAN Family • September 2012 SHOPPING 2012–2013 School Year Calendar Finding September 2012 6 Thursday SCHOOL SESSIONS BEGIN FOR ALL STUDENTS. Early dismissal for non-District 75 Kindergarten students only. 7 Friday First Full day for non-District 75 Kindergarten students. 10 Monday First Full day for Pre-kindergarten public school students. 17 Monday Rosh Hashanah (schools closed) the right 18 Tuesday 26 Wednesday Yom Kippur (schools closed)

October 2012 Rutgers Community Programs: 8 Monday Columbus Day Observed (schools closed) Enrichment, Friendship & Fun! 17 Wednesday Pre-kindergarten Non-Attendance Day

November 2012 FREE Open House: shoes 6 Tuesday Election Day. Students will not be in attendance. September 22, 9:30am-12:30pm 12 Monday Veterans Day observed (schools closed) New parents and children can meet instructors, BY KIKI BOCCI 22 Thursday Thanksgiving Recess (schools closed) see our spacious facility, and have fun! Putting your 23 Friday ou know the return to school best foot means you need to put some- Fall Classes for Children Ages 1-10 Years: Y thing more substantial on December 2012 your child’s feet than flip-flops and 24 Monday Winter Recess begins (including Christmas and New UÊMommy & Me and On My forward when sandals, but what? Is there really Year’s Day) Own Playgroups that much of a difference among chil- UÊMandarin shopping for dren’s shoes? January 2013 UÊArt If you think about the wide 2 Wedneday Students return UÊDance variety of shoes in your own UÊMovement your child closet, you’ll know the answer 21 Monday Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (schools closed) is yes. UÊSoccer There are shoes that pinch February 2013 UÊCurtains Up Playhouse your toes and are agony by the have a say in the shoe- 18 Monday Midwinter Recess (including Washing ton’s Birthday and Musical Theater Program for end of the day, and then there are buying process promotes healthy through Lincoln’s Birthday (DOE observed ) (schools closed) Ages 5-10 the shoes that make you feel like foot habits down the road. that need a 22 Friday UÊReady, Set, Go! Preschool you’re walking on air. Which kind s 0 R O P E R FIT IS KEY !LWAYS MEA- “break-in” period Alternative for 3-5 Year-olds would you prefer you child to be sure a child’s feet before buying or that your child needs to grow into. March 2013 wearing all day? shoes. Don’t assume you know the Shoes should be comfortable im- Finding proper shoes is not just correct size based on your last pur- mediately and fit properly from the 25 Monday Spring Recess (including Good Friday, Easter and through Passover) (schools closed) a back-to-school task — it’s a chal- chase, even if it was just last month start. How long would you be willing 2 Tuesday lenge all year long, say the experts (or even last week). When your to wear shoes that give you blisters, $25 OFF at the American Podiatric Medical child tries on a pair — yes, both make you walk awkwardly, or are Association. Here are some things shoes! — Watch him walk in them. uncomfortable? April 2013 a fall class they suggest you keep in mind: Do they slip down on the heel? Do s " U Y SOMETHING SOLID ,OOK FOR 3 Wednesday Students return to school OR s 7 H E N IT COMES TO SHOES BAN- they look too tight? Watch for signs a stiff heel — it shouldn’t collapse ish the hand-me-downs. Even if the of potential irritation. when you press on the back of the May 2013 shoes seem like they still have a lot s " I G G E R IS BETTER !LWAYS BUY shoe. Also, the shoe should have a 27 Monday Memorial Day Observed (schools closed) of wear left, never hand down foot- for the larger foot. Feet are seldom reasonably rigid middle. Your child’s $100 OFF wear. Just because a shoe fit one precisely the same size. Make sure shoe should never twist in the mid- child comfortably doesn’t mean it you check both feet and select the dle. Finally, check for toe flexibility. June 2013 Ready, Set, Go! for attending will fit another the same way. Also, larger size. It’s easier to deal with The shoe should bend with your 6 Thursday Chancellor’s Conference Day. Students in all ﬁve the open house. RSVP Required. sharing shoes can spread fungi like a shoe that is slightly too big than child’s toes. boroughs will not be in attendance. athlete’s foot and nail fungus. one that is too small. Also, make s " E PREPARED TO GO SHOPPING 21 Friday In non-District 75 high schools having to administer RUTGERS COMMUNITY PROGRAMS s 4A KE YOUR CHILD SHOE SHOPPING sure your child tries on shoes with again soon. Children’s feet change Regents Exams from June 12 through June 20, students 236 West 73rd St. & Broadway (take the #1, #2, or #3 trains) You may think you know what your socks of the thickness he will be with age. Shoe and sock sizes may will not be in attendance. Contact Jennifer at [email protected] or 212-877-8227, x212 child will like. And you may think wearing with the shoes. change every few months as a child’s 26 Wednesday LAST DAY FOR ALL STUDENTS (all students report) www.rutgerschurch.org you know the correct size. But every s0ATIENCE ISNT A VIRTUE WHEN IT feet grow. Don’t expect your pur- www.facebook.com/rutgerscommunityprorgams shoe fits differently. Letting a child comes to shoes. Do not buy shoes chase to last for months on end.

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Special Advertising Section September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 15 THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Education Nursery School DIRECTORY A NON-SECTARIAN PROGRAM SERVING ALL CHILDREN SINCE 1952 Dedicated to children’s growth and learning Bay Ridge Preparatory crafts, music, movement and outside School time. The staff is loving and atten- Experienced, nurturing staff tive, the families are diverse, and the Lower & Middle Schools: 8101 atmosphere brings a supportive envi- Specialists for music, movement & woodworking/studio Ridge Boulevard, ronment to all members of Edgehill High School: 7420 Fourth Avenue Montessori. Large airy classrooms, rooftop playground 718-833-9090 or www. bayridgeprep.org There is a year-round program from Serving children ages 2.3 to 5 September through June, and a Bay Ridge Preparatory School is an summer program from July to mid- independent K-12 college preparatory August. school offering a strong academic program and a socially mature and positive learning environment. The First Presbyterian Church school seeks to develop the whole Nursery School student with a wide range of academ- 12 West 12th Street ic, fine art and athletic programs that 212-691-3432 or www.fpcns.org enhance students’ academic potential Founded in 1952, the Nursery School as well as their emotional and social welcomes children ages 2.3-5 years, intelligence. of diverse backgrounds and religions. For additional information, or to The program is based on the belief begin the application process, please that children learn primarily through call the Office of Admissions. interpersonal relationships and The First Presbyterian Church Nursery School interactions with the physical world. 12 West 12th Street, New York, NY 10011 Blue School Students are encouraged to explore (corner of Fifth Avenue) 241 Water Street materials and the environment, and Call 212-691-3432 212-228-6341 or www.blueschool. to express their feelings, thoughts and ideas through the languages of or visit our website www.fpcns.org org Blue School is an innovative progres- speech, the arts and other media. Ellen Ziman, Director sive school that serves 2 year olds-5th The school has four large bright class- graders. Blue School teachers strive rooms, a rooftop playground with to find a balance between academic climbing equipment, big blocks, riding enchantment and academic rigor in a toys and a garden. There is indoor supportive environment where explo- play space for rainy days and move- MT. CARMEL-HOLY ration, play, risk-taking and creativity ment class. Teachers are chosen for are valued and encouraged. their creativity, warmth, knowledge and expertise. There are specialists for ROSARY SCHOOL The new light-drenched building in music, movement and studio. • 371 PLEASANT AVE, NY, NY 10035 • lower Manhattan is full of lab spaces 1 block East of 1st Ave., b/w 119 & 120 Streets — Only minutes from the 4/5/6 including an art studio, a construc- trains, M116 & M15 buses, Willis Ave. Bridge & Harlem/East River Drive tion lab, a music and drama space, Good Shepherd School an activity gymnasium, and a wonder 120 Isham Street PRE-K 3 - GRADE 8 room. In these spaces children can 212-567-5800 or www. Limited Scholarships Available Middle States Accredited collaborate and create large-scale gsschoolnyc.org Accepting children of all religious faiths and backgrounds projects. Blue School is a school built Founded in 1925 on the principles upon the ideas and desires of families of faith, community, and academic to see and experience new possibili- achievement, Good Shepherd School, ties in education for children, there- located in the northern Manhattan fore parents’ presence and participa- neighborhood of Inwood, is a co-ed, tion at the school is deeply valued. parochial Pre-K to 8th grade elementary school. Good Shepherd School Edgehill Montessori offers a rigorous academic program School as well as a cutting-edge, dynamic 90 - 100 % Passing Rate on NYS Examinations! early education program and before Edgehill Ave bet W227 & W230 and after school care programs serv- x Strong early childhood program features innovative tracking measures, 718-601-1056 or www.gila. teaching methods, and hands-on learning materials ing families who seek to provide their [email protected] children with an education based on x Extended day, free breakfast, after school program until 6pm, and Edgehill Montessori is a group family strong moral values that would lead free extracurricular programs such as track and Saturday honors violin day care that provides full day and them toward success in family, com- x Programs in the visual arts, ballroom dance, gospel choir, percussion, half day programs (8-6) for infants, munity, business, service, and beyond. technology, character building, sports and community service toddlers and preschoolers 3 months

x Partnerships with the NY Philharmonic, Grand Central Academy of Art, to 5 yrs old. The day care is run by Leman Manhattan Friends of Nick, Library Connections, Accelerated Reader and more Mrs. Gila Matalon, an early childhood Preparatory School x Students accepted into highly competitive and specialized scholarship Montessori teacher for over 25 years. programs such as Juilliard’s Music Advancement Program, Reach for The school, located in a private house 41 Broad Street (Lower school) Regis, and the Geneva Conservatory of Music with a backyard surrounded by trees, 1 Morris Street (Middle and High has a multiage setting which gives the School) RSVP for an Open House! children a feeling of a second home. 212-232-0266 ext.259 or www. (212) 876-7555 x2 � [email protected] � www.mtcarmelholyrosary.org The children have an enriched curricu- lemanmanhattan.org lum of Montessori lessons alongside Continued on page 18 16 MANHATTAN Family • September 2012 Special Advertising Section If your child is struggling with school...

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Continued from page 16 Philharmonic, and the Grand Central Leman Manhattan, in historic down- Academy of Art. town Manhattan, is a world-class, MCHR School is on the cutting edge, preparatory school that serves stu- equipped with Smartboards in every “My child’s insatiable curiosity is not only fed, dents from early childhood through classroom. Other facilities include a but celebrated and encouraged” Grade 12. dance studio/music room, computer Parent, 3rd grade scholar Our academically challenging educa- lab, art studio, library, schoolyard, tion, small class sizes, and personal- nurse office, and Title I room. e Speyer Legacy School is the only non-prot, ized instruction teaches young people Call now to schedule your visit and to to be courageous, critical thinkers learn more about the ways that your independent K-8 school in Manhattan for who are prepared to succeed at their child will grow at MCHR! Our summer top-choice colleges and to lead in a hours are Mon.-Thurs. 10:00 a.m. - advanced learners. competitive, global world. 4:30 p.m. We are the only preparatory school in Manhattan that offers students inter- The Red Balloon national learning opportunities begin- t An accelerated, enriched curriculum ning in 2nd grade in collaboration 560 Riverside Drive with our established sister campuses 212-663-9006 or www. t Cultivation of both intellect and integrity in Europe, Asia, and Latin America redballoonlearningcenter.org and throughout the United States. The Red Balloon strives to be a model t Dynamic teachers of exemplary early childhood educa- Our state-of-the art facilities include: tion practices. We partner with fami- t A low student- teacher ratio world-class libraries, computer labs, lies to create a safe nurturing environ- rooftop playground, rock climbing t Tuition assistance ment where children are encouraged wall, two 25 yard swimming pools, to reach their full potential while full-size gymnasiums and fully- planting the seeds for lifelong learn- equipped exercise room, art studios, ing. Our children learn through hands music rooms, professional auditorium, on experiences driven by their inter- and recording studio. ests, needs, and individual learning Contact Janet Barrett, Director of styles. We offer a challenging play Admissions for the Lower School and based curriculum rich in language, Amina O’Kane, Director of Admissions exploration, problem solving, and dis- for the Upper School. covery. Our children move on to the city’s top Private, Public, and Gifted Mount Carmel-Holy and Talented programs. We provide Rosary School a 12 month full day program for children 2-5 years old. Our doors open at 371 Pleasant Avenue, NY, NY 8:00 close at 6:00. We serve break- 10035 fast, lunch and an afternoon snack. Between 119th and 120th Streets, We are a community that welcomes 1 block east of 1st Avenue and celebrates diversity. 212-876-7555 ext. 2 or www. mtcarmelholyrosary.org Mount Carmel-Holy Rosary School St. Luke’s School provides a comprehensive Pre-K3 – 487 Hudson Street 8th grade education, combining the 212-924-5960 or www. best teaching and technology with stlukeschool.org traditional values in a close-knit, car- St. Luke’s School is a coeducational, ing atmosphere. According to the Episcopal day school for children of Daily News (Jan. 2011): “It’s nothing all faiths that educates the mind, OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE short of a miracle...that fourth grad- body, and spirit. Located in an his- ers at East Harlem’s Mt. Carmel-Holy toric garden block in the West Village Rosary School had a 100% passing the School is easily accessible from rate on statewide math tests, while downtown, the Upper West Side, Lower School Admissions: only 55% of public school kids in the Brooklyn, Queens, and New Jersey 6:30 - QNtOct. 2, Oct. 17, Oct. 25 same district passed.” (the Path train is across the street on The rigorous academic curriculum Christopher Street). St. Luke’s provides 6th Grade Admissions: is supplemented by a strong arts a traditional curriculum through inno- 6:30 - QNtOct. 10, Oct. 29, Nov. 19 program including violin, percussion vative instruction and offers extensive ensemble, vocal music, and ballroom enrichment classes. Bright and spa- To register, email: [email protected] dancing. Students have performed at cious classrooms face the garden, venues such as the Russian Tea Room, affording good light and little street 15 West 86th Street University Club, Cipriani, and the noise. 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Sat, Sept. 1 The Art of Storytelling: Children’s Museum of the Arts, 103 Charlton St. at Hudson Street; (212) 274–0986; www. cmany.org; 10 am–5 pm; $10 admission. Participants join teaching artists for a tour of workshops centered on collabora- tive storytelling. Free Dance Class: Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas; (212) 768–4242; www.bryantpark.org; 10 am; Free. Members of the Limon Dance Com- pany teach free Saturday morning classes in Bryant Park, with live musical accom- paniment. Classes are open to movers of all levels and ages, just bring comfortable Shoes for the world clothes and a love of movement. Music Workshop: Children’s Museum he Little Gym is taking big have outgrown those fancy step- Shoe donation at The Little Gym of Manhattan, 212 W. 83rd St. (212) steps to make sure feet pers or have just simply grown [2121 Broadway between 74th and 721–1223; www.cmom.org; 11 am–1 T around the world have tired of them, bring them to The 75th streets, second floor, on the pm; $11. shoes by joining with the shoe do- Little Gym anytime between 10 am Upper West Side, (212) 799–1225, Children 5 years old and up explore nation campaign Big Hearts, Little and 4 pm, Monday through Friday, www.tlgupperwestsideny.com]. At the Bjork’s Biophilia apps through CMOM’s Shoes. or 9 am to 11 am on Saturdays and new location, [207 E. 94th St. be- unique musical experiences, hands-on science experiments, and dance. Together with Soles4Souls, the drop them in the drop box in the tween Second and Third avenues on program will be collecting gently lobby. Starting on Sept. 10 you can the Upper East Side, (212) 787–1124, “Go Diego, Go” Screening: SONY used shoes to distribute to people bring them to the center’s newest www.thelittlegym.com; bigheartslittle- Wonder Technology Lab, 550 Madison around the globe. Whether you location on the Upper East Side. shoes.com], starting on Sept. 10. Ave. at 56th St; (212) 833–8100; www. sonywondertechlab.com; 11 am; Free. Double feature: Children enjoy “Go, Diego, Go: Gorilla Fun,” and “Go, Diego, her friends to the opening of the new org; 1 pm; $29.50 regular seats, $49.50 Harlem Meer Performance Fes- Go: Egyptian Camel Adventure.” “MegaJumper 3000.” But when Britt premium seats. tival Concert: Central Park Conser- gets a massive wad of gum stuck in her Angelina and her friends, and even vancy, 110th Street between Lenox and Hands-On Nano Demos: SONY hair, she must rely on her friends to help Wonder Technology Lab, 550 Madison their teacher, Ms. Mimi, are all aflut- Fifth avenues; (212) 860–1370; www. her get out of the sticky situation before Ave. at 56th St; (212) 833–8100; www. ter because a special guest is coming to centralparknyc.org; 2–4 pm; Free. sonywondertechlab.com; 1–3 pm; Free. her parents find out and cancel the trip! visit Camembert Academy! Angelina and Families enjoy live lakeside music in the Kids ages 7 and up uncover the fasci- her friends are excited to show off their Park’s beautiful northern end at the Cen- nating world of nanoscience and nano- Sun, Sept. 2 skills. Angelina is the most excited of all, tral Park Conservancy. technology by participating in hands-on but will she get the starring moment she Master’s Series: Children’s Museum activities that explore the properties, hopes for? of the Arts, 103 Charlton St. at Hudson Mon, Sept. 3 structures, materials, and scale of this im- Studio Sunday: Museum of Arts and portant field of science. Street; (212) 274–0986; www.cmany. Adventures in Color: Children’s org; 10 am–5 pm; $10 admission. Design, 2 Columbus Circle at Eighth Av- enue; (212) 299–7777; www.madmu- Museum of the Arts, 103 Charlton St. at “StinkyKids The Musical”: The Riv- Children work with CMA teaching art- seum.org; 2 pm; $10. Hudson Street; (212) 274–0986; www. erside Theatre, 91 Claremont Ave. at W. ists to create their own masterpieces. 122nd Street; (212) 870–6784; www. Children 6 and older get the 411 from cmany.org; 8 am–5 pm; $10 admission. theriversidetheatre.org; 1 pm; $29.50 “Angelina Ballerina The Musi- a professional artist on how to explore Children explore the world of color regular seats, $49.50 premium seats. cal”: The Riverside Theatre, 91 Clare- the galleries and then a hands-on work- through a variety of 2-D and 3-D StinkyKid Britt never gets in trouble. mont Ave. at W. 122nd Street; (212) shop to create works inspired by the se- projects. She’s convinced her parents to take 870–6784; www.theriversidetheatre. lections. RSVP required. Continued on page 24 September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 23 Calendar

Continued from page 23 with instruments, arts and crafts, puppets Clay Pots and Chinese and Japa- and movement. Join Karina Zilberman nese Ceramics: Metropolitan Mu- and her puppet pal Coco for a multigen- seum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave.; (212) erational, interactive and dynamic Shab- 535–7710; www.metmuseum.org; 1–3 bat experience. pm; $25 admission; $12 students. “Preschool Is Cool”: SONY Wonder In this drop-in program, kids try their Technology Lab, 550 Madison Ave. at hand at creating works of art and focus 56th St; (212) 833–8100; www.sony- on a different culture and art form, fea- wondertechlab.com; 11 am; Free. turing family-friendly activities led by an Preschool teacher Professor Grover artist. Art supplies provided. and Elmo, his helper, instruct students to Skate Clinics: BB Social Club, 31 Jane find one thing that begins with each let- St.; (212) 767–0469; bbsocialclub.com; ter of the alphabet. This movie features 3:30–5 pm; $20 for 30 minutes, $40 for alphabet-themed stories and songs, this full session. program reinforces early literacy skills and Group, drop-in lessons for students of familiarizes children with letter-sound all skill levels, from beginners, to more relationships. advanced who want to tighten up their “StinkyKids The Musical”: 1 pm. skills or learn new tricks. The Riverside Theatre. See Saturday, Sept. 1. Tues, Sept. 4 Family Art Lab: A Parade for Ga- Planning Your Child’s Early nesh!: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W. School Years: 92nd Street Y, 1395 17 Street, between Sixth and Seventh Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) avenues; (212) 620–5000 X 344. www. 415–5500; www.92y.org; 8–9:30 pm; Grandparents Day rmanyc.org; 2–4 pm; $16 for adult/child $35. pair; $10 additional child. randparents can have a through the gallery and view the Parents learn about the appropriate Children hear stories about Ganesh, blast and spend quality photographs and paintings that age to begin preschool, what’s available the one who has the head of an elephant and how to choose. G time with their grand- chronicle the city’s growth and and a huge helping heart. Then they find children during the Grandpar- development. Suitable for young sculptures of Ganesh in the galleries and Wed, Sept. 5 ents’ Day event at the New York children 7 to 13 years old. sculpt their own Ganesh out of clay. Historical Society on Sept. 9. Grandparents’ Day at New York “Darling Companion” Screening: Mommy & Me Music Class: Hippo Grandma and grandpa get to Historical Society DiMenna Chil- SONY Wonder Technology Lab, 550 Playground Parkhouse, 91st Street and have their own special day and dren’s History Museum [170 Central Madison Ave. at 56th St; (212) 833– Riverside Drive; www.riversideparkfund. explore the history of the na- Park West at 77th Street, (212) 873– 8100; www.sonywondertechlab.com; 3 org; 11 am; $15. tion through games and arts and 3400, www.nyhistory.org]. Sept. 9, 1 pm; Free. Teacher Loretta Daley leads the group. crafts. Participants can also stroll pm. $15 per person. Beth (Diane Keaton) saves a lost dog Loretta is a musical theatre professional from the side of the freeway and brings with more than 15 years of experience him home where she is struggling with teaching babies and young children in nu- her self-involved husband Joseph (Kevin merous Upper West Side programs. Cross-Stitch Circle: New York His- thems with driving guitars and infectious Kline). When Joseph loses the dog at Wednesdays In Teardrop: Teardrop torical Society, 170 Central Park West at melodies. their vacation home, Beth enlists help to Park, Between Warren Street and Mur- 77th Street; (212) 873–3400; nyhistory. find the one thing that has brought her ray Street, east of River Terrace; (212) org; 3:30–5:30 pm; $15 admission, kids Sat, Sept. 8 happiness. 267–9700; bpcparks.org; 3:30–5:30 ages 7–13, $10. pm; Free. Drop in to try your skills at one of the Go Fish Family Day: Stuyvesant Cove Park, 24-20 FDR Drive Service Road Sun, Sept. 9 Children, ages 5 and up, join other kids oldest forms of embroidery in the world. East; (212) 505–6050; [email protected]; 92nd Street Y, 1395 for neighborhood games and arts and Open House: www.solar1.org; 10 am–noon; Free. Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) crafts. Fri, Sept. 7 Learn to fish (catch and release only, 415–5500; www.92y.org; 10 am–3 pm; Breastfeeding Support Group: please) with Lower East Side Ecology Cen- Free. Thurs, Sept. 6 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. ter Education Director Dan Tainow who 92Y faculty members show visitors the Preschool Art: Nelson A. Rockefeller 91st Street; (212) 415–5500; www.92y. will help participants with baiting, cast- facilities, which feature state-of-the-art Park, North end of Battery Park City, org; 11:15 am–12:30 pm; $20 per ing, and everything you need to know to equipment and studios. fish the East River. No equipment needed. west of River Terrace; (212) 267–9700; session. Summer Sunday Family Tours: RSVP to [email protected]. bpcparks.org; 10:30 am–noon; Free. Meet with other moms, babies and a Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, 1071 Young artists are introduced to paper, lactation specialist from 92nd Street Y The Art of Storytelling: 10 am–5 Fifth Ave. at 89th Street; (212) 423– clay, wood, and mixed media. Dress for Parenting Center to discuss topics such as pm. Children’s Museum of the Arts. See 3587; www.guggenheim.org; 10:30 a mess! the emotional ups and downs of breast- Saturday, Sept. 1. am–noon; $15 per family, $10 members, feeding, what happens when your milk free for Family and Kids Club Members Learning With Digital Cameras: supply is weak, how to juggle breastfeed- Free Dance Class: 10 am. Bryant and Cool Culture families. SONY Wonder Technology Lab, 550 ing and work, and whether and how to Park. See Saturday, Sept. 1. Families explore the Guggenheim’s Madison Ave. at 56th St; (212) 833– supplement. 8100; www.sonywondertechlab.com; Shababa Saturday With Karina summer exhibition, Art of Another 11 am; Free. Live Music Fridays: Reverse Order: and Coco: 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lex- Kind: International Abstraction and the Guggenheim, 1949-1960, through a Say cheese! Pre-schoolers discover Kidberry, 2046 Seventh Ave. at W. ington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) 415– family-oriented tour that incorporate con- the fun of picture taking as they explore 122nd Street; (212) 866–5437; kidber- 5500; www.92y.org; 10:30 am–12:30 versation and creative hands-on gallery some of the basic functions of a digital rynyc.com; 5:30–7 pm; $20 per family. pm; Free. activities. Registration required. camera and practice their own unique Reverse Order is a dynamic pop rock This free Shabbat celebratory experi- photographic talents. band that combines powerful teen an- ence for the whole family every Saturday, Grandparents Day: New-York Histor- 24 MANHATTAN Family • September 2012 Calendar ical Society DiMenna Children’s History 92 Street Y Wonderplay: 92nd Museum, 170 Central Park West at 77th Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) 873–3400; nyhistory.org; 1 Street; (212) 415–5500; www.92y.org; pm; $15 admission, kids ages 7–13, $10. 10:30 am–noon; $10 per session. Bring your grandchildren and explore With more than 400 programs and the history of our nation through games, 140 early-childhood staff members, 92nd arts and crafts, and gallery hunts for Street Y Wonderplay inspires curios- young and old. ity, a love of learning and self-discovery. Classes in art, music and dance, concerts Clay Pots and Chinese and Japa- and performances, sports and swimming, nese Ceramics: 1–3 pm. Metropolitan and more. Museum of Art. See Monday, Sept. 3. Mommy & Me Music Class: 11 “Angelina Ballerina The Musi- am. Hippo Playground Parkhouse. See cal”: 1 pm. The Riverside Theatre. See Wednesday, Sept. 5. Sunday, Sept. 2. Wednesdays In Teardrop: 3:30– Grandparents Day Carrousel 5:30 pm. Teardrop Park. See Wednes- Rides: Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Av- day, Sept. 5. enue of the Americas; (212) 768–4242; www.bryantpark.org; 2–4 pm; Two rides for the price of one $2. Thurs, Sept. 13 In honor of Grandparents Day, the park Preschool Art: 10:30 am–noon. Nel- offers two rides for the price of one ($2) son A. Rockefeller Park. See Thursday, admission at Le Carrousel. Sept. 6. Mon, Sept. 10 Cross-Stitch Circle: 3:30–5:30 pm. New York Historical Society. See Thurs- Adventures in Color: 8 am–5 pm. day, Sept. 6. Children’s Museum of the Arts. See Monday, Sept. 3. Fri, Sept. 14 Stroller Tours: Solomon R. Guggen- Shababa Bakery: 92nd Street Y, 1395 heim Museum, 1071 Fifth Ave. at 89th Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) Street; (212) 423–3587; www.guggen- 415–5500; www.92y.org; 10:15–11 am; heim.org; 3–4 pm; $15 per family, $10 $15 child. Adults free. members, free for Family and Kids Club Children squish, roll and braid their Members and Cool Culture families. very own challah, and then take it home Museum educator and new mom to bake. Jackie Delamatre leads an engaging one- hour tour for caregivers and their babies. Breastfeeding Support Group: Expect songs, touchable objects, and 11:15 am–12:30 pm. 92nd Street Y. See great adult conversation. Single strollers Friday, Sept. 7. and front baby carriers only. Sat, Sept. 15 Tues, Sept. 11 Youth Theater Classes Open An Evening of Remembrance and Chorus marks 9-11 House: TADA! Youth Theater, 15 W. Celebration Concert: St. Patrick’s 28th Street, third Floor, between Broad- Cathedral, 14 E. 51st St. near Fifth Av- way and Fifth Avenue; (212) 252–1619 enue; (212) 753–2261; www.saintpat- with concerts X 4; www.tadatheater.com; 10 am–2 rickscathedral.org; 7 pm, seating starts pm; Free. at 6:30 pm; Free. he Young People’s Chorus The Young People’s Chorus, Open House today showcasing The Young People’s Chorus of New TADA!’s Musical Theater Skills Building York City performs in the free concert of New York City opens its founded in 1988 by Nunez, offers classes, which start Sept. 22. Weekly presented by The September Concert T 25th season on Sept. 11 children of all ethnic and eco- classes on Saturdays, Mondays and Tues- Foundation. Joining YPC and Mr. Núñez with two performances marking nomic backgrounds a program days for toddlers through eighth graders. will be the New York Choral Society and the 11th anniversary of the 9-11 of music education and choral The Art of Storytelling: 10 am–5 the Cathedral Choir of St. Patrick con- tragedies. performances. ducted by Dr. Jennifer Pascual. pm. Children’s Museum of the Arts. See At 8:46 am, the chorus, led by The chorus is currently au- Saturday, Sept. 1. founder and director Francisco ditioning young men ages 12 to Wed, Sept. 12 Nunez, will sing the “Star-Span- 16 to try out for the new Amani Preschool Play: Robert F. Wagner Jr. gled Banner” at Ground Zero division. No experience is neces- Park, North of Battery Park, off Battery Becoming A Family: New Par- Place; (212) 267–9700; bpcparks.org; 10 ent Get-Together: 92nd Street Y, 1395 before the traditional reading of sary, just a commitment to attend am–noon. Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) the names. rehearsals every week. Participants experience the thrill of 415–5500; www.92y.org; 10:30 am– Later that day, at 7 pm at St. Young People’s Chorus of New catch and release fishing, and then enjoy noon; $10. Patrick’s Cathedral on 50th Street York City [1995 Broadway, suite 305, art projects, nature activities, and music. Led by 92nd Street Y Parenting Center and Fifth Avenue, the group pres- in Manhattan, (212) 289–7779; www. director Sally Tannen and New York’s top Kids in the Kitchen: 92nd Street Y, ents the Evening of Remembrance ypc.org, www.septemberconcert. child psychologists and pediatricians, this 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; weekly discussion group is a great way and Celebration free concert (seat- org]. For audition appointments, e- (212) 415–5500; www.92y.org; 10:30 for new parents to share experiences, ing begins at 6:30 pm). mail [email protected]. am–noon; $40. learn from one another and make friends. 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Continued from page 25 cal”: 1 pm. The Riverside Theatre. See Kids mix, stir and taste delicious recipes Sunday, Sept. 2. in this one-session version of the popular class. For ages 2 and a half to 5. Mon, Sept. 17 Shababa Saturday With Karina Adventures in Color: 8 am–5 pm. and Coco: 10:30 am–12:30 pm. 92nd Children’s Museum of the Arts. See Street Y. See Saturday, Sept. 8. Monday, Sept. 3. Gustafer Yellowgold With Rosh Hashanah One Day Camp: Strings Attached: NYU Skirball Cen- TADA! Youth Theater, 15 W. 28th St., ter, 566 LaGuardia Pl. between W. Third Third Floor, between Broadway and Fifth Street and Washington Square South; Avenue; (212) 252–1619 X 4; www.ta- (212) 998–4941; nyuskirball.org; 11 am; datheater.com; 9 am–5:30 pm; $100. $28. Kids explore the world of acting, sing- Gustafer Yellowgold comes to NYU’s ing, and dancing in a special one-day Skirball Center in this multi-media perfor- camp that focuses on core elements of mance featuring Taylor and a full band, musical theater. animated illustrations and storytelling. College Application Help For Tues, Sept. 18 Teens: Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Av- enue of the Americas; (212) 768–4242; Rosh Hashanah One Day Camp: 9 www.bryantpark.org; 12:30 pm; Free. am–5:30 pm. TADA! Youth Theater. See College application essay writing is Monday, Sept. 17. made easy through special tips from Re- becca Wallace-Segal of Writopia Lab at Wed, Sept. 19 the Bryant Park Reading Room. 92 Street Y Wonderplay: 10:30 How Did They Do That: Metropoli- am–noon. 92nd Street Y. See Wednes- tan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave.; day, Sept. 12. (212) 535–7710; www.metmuseum.org; 1–4 pm; $25 admission; $12 students. Mommy & Me Music Class: 11 In this drop-in program, participants am. Hippo Playground Parkhouse. See learn hands-on how works of art were Wednesday, Sept. 5. created in these 30-minute sessions. Meets in Japanese art galleries. Wednesdays In Teardrop: 3:30– 5:30 pm. Teardrop Park. See Wednes- Families and Folk Art: South Street day, Sept. 5. Seaport Museum, 12 Fulton St. between Front and South streets; (212) 748–8600; www.southstreetseaport- Thurs, Sept. 20 museum.org; 2 pm; $10 admission fee; Preschool Art: 10:30 am–noon. Nel- children 9 and under are free. An open house son A. Rockefeller Park. See Thursday, Children, ages 4 to 12, examine works Sept. 6. of 19th century scrimshaw (made from whale parts!) and then use designs and Tech for Tots: SONY Wonder Tech- patterns to inspire their own paper scrim- not to miss nology Lab, 550 Madison Ave. at 56th shaw boxes in the art studio. Street; (212) 833–8100; www.sonywon- ome and see those holds its open house from 1 to dertechlab.com; 11 am; Free. Sun, Sept. 16 dancing feet, painting 4 pm, where you can enjoy the Bring your little ones to explore shapes, C brushes, and blowing sounds of strings, winds, and per- colors, and letters in a fun and exciting How Babies Play And Learn: 92nd horns on the avenue I’m taking cussion. Music classes begin on way while being introduced to some of Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. 91st you to: Lexington Avenue! It’s Sept. 23. the basic functions of a computer. Street; (212) 415–5500; www.92y.org; the 92nd Street Y and it’s hosting All classes at 92Y are taught by 10:30 am–noon; $10 per session. Cross-Stitch Circle: 3:30–5:30 pm. an open house on Sept. 9 from professionals who are passionate New York Historical Society. See Thurs- Led by 92nd Street Y Parenting Center day, Sept. 6. director Sally Tannen and New York’s top 10 am to 4 pm, showcasing its in their respective fields in beau- child psychologists and pediatricians, this various schools of art, music, tiful state-of-the-art studios with weekly discussion group is a great way and dance. state-of-the-art equipment. Fri, Sept. 21 for new parents to share experiences, The Art Center welcomes visi- Once you step in you’ll never learn from one another and make friends. Breastfeeding Support Group: tors from 10 am to 3 pm to view want to leave. 11:15 am–12:30 pm. 92nd Street Y. See Student film festival: Governors the center, and talk to and get to 92Y also offers a slew of other Friday, Sept. 7. Island, Building 11 in Nolan Park; www. know the staff. Art classes begin activities for families and chil- govisland.com; 11 am–3 pm; Free. on Sept. 19. dren. Check our Manhattan list- Sat, Sept. 22 The second annual screening of the The Harkness Dance Center ings for a complete guide to all Big Movies for Little Kids festival. Watch is introducing its talented staff events. Boot Camp For Dads: 92nd Street a short or participate in a video-makign of hoofers to kids interested in Open house at 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; and art activities with CMA’s staff. (212) 415–5500; www.92y.org; 10 am–1 tap, jazz, and ballet from noon to Y [1395 Lexington Ave. at 92nd pm; $65. How Did They Do That: Japanese 3:30 pm. Dance classes begin on Street on the Upper East Side, New and expectant dads and their ba- Screens: 1–4 pm. Metropolitan Museum Sept. 27. (212) 413–8841, www.92y.org]. On of Art. See Saturday, Sept. 15. bies (newborns to 2 years) connect with Finally, the School of Music Sept. 9 from 10 am to 4 pm. Free. veteran dads for a frank discussion on the “Angelina Ballerina The Musi- experience of becoming a father. 26 MANHATTAN Family • September 2012 Calendar The Art of Storytelling: 10 am–5 ing the performance, children are invited pm. Children’s Museum of the Arts. See to create holiday-inspired crafts. Saturday, Sept. 1. Israeliness Community Sundays: Shababa Saturday With Karina 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. and Coco: 10:30 am–12:30 pm. 92nd 91st Street; (212) 415–5500; www.92y. Street Y. See Saturday, Sept. 8. org; 4–6 pm; $20. At this Sunday afternoon drop-off pro- Sci-Tech Workshop: SONY Wonder gram, children enjoy activities, including Technology Lab, 550 Madison Ave. at cooking in one of 92Y’s kitchens, arts and 56th St; (212) 833–8100; www.sony- crafts, and special activities, all in Hebrew. wondertechlab.com; 11 am–1 pm; $6. This bi-weekly program starts Sept. 23. Kids, ages 8 and up, learn the basic techniques behind stop-motion animation and edit their work, adding final touches Tues, Sept. 25 and burning a copy of their short movie Yom Kippur One Day Camp: to take home. TADA! Youth Theater, 15 W. 28th St., “The Da Vinci Code” Screening: third floor, between Broadway and Fifth SONY Wonder Technology Lab, 550 Avenue; (212) 252–1619 X 4; www.ta- Madison Ave. at 56th Street; (212) 833– datheater.com; 9 am–5:30 pm; $100. 8100; www.sonywondertechlab.com; Kids explore the world of acting, sing- 11:30 am; Free. ing, and dancing in a special 1-day camp Symbologist Robert Langdon (Tom that focuses on core elements of musical Hanks), and cryptologist Sophie Neveu theater. (Audrey Tautou), attempt to solve a bi- zarre murder mystery at the Louvre in Wed, Sept. 26 Paris, France. They travel from France to Mommy & Me Music Class: 11 England exploring the legend of a myste- am. Hippo Playground Parkhouse. See rious ancient society and discover a secret Wednesday, Sept. 5. protected since biblical times. Family Workshop: SONY Wonder Wednesdays In Teardrop: 3:30– Technology Lab, 550 Madison Ave. at 5:30 pm. Teardrop Park. See Wednes- 56th Street; (212) 833–8100; www.so- day, Sept. 5. nywondertechlab.com; Noon–1 pm; $5. Kids watch the double feature of Thurs, Sept. 27 “Dora The Explorer: Dora’s Slumber Birding Tours of Bryant Park: Bry- Party” and then explore the night sky, ant Park, 42nd Street and Sixth Avenue; learn the names of the stars and decorate (212) 768–4242; www.bryantpark.org; a special star pillow with their own digital 8–9 am; Free. picture to take home. Participants discover the varieties of birds that call Bryant Park home during Sun, Sept. 23 the migratory season with guided tours. “Bring Your Own Kid” Concert: Preschool Art: 10:30 am–noon. Nel- 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. son A. Rockefeller Park. See Thursday, 91st Street; (212) 415–5500; www.92y. Sept. 6. org; 11 am; $15, babies under 2 free. Whether you’re a mom, dad, aunt, Awe-some show for Cross-Stitch Circle: 3:30–5:30 pm. uncle or cousin, pack up the posse and New York Historical Society. See Thurs- come on in for a bagel, a coffee or juice- day, Sept. 6. box and some tiny tushy-kicking tunes. the Jewish holidays The Milk Carton Kids Concert: Start with Art Plus: Metropolitan t’s totally awesome, and it’s crafts workshop where children 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) 415–5500; www.92y. Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave.; (212) just in time for the High Holy are invited to create their very 535–7710; www.metmuseum.org; 2:30 org; 8 pm; $15. Days. own holiday-inspired projects. pm; $25 admission; $12 students. I This harmonizing, minimalist duo uses Participants notice eyes in artworks and Jacob Stein performs his show Tickets are $10 for non-mem- two guitars and two voices to create a discover their power to connect people, “Days of Awe-some” with his Bak- ber adults, $7 for children under new combination of back-porch Ameri- stir emotion, and tell stories. Transform ery Band Puppets at the Museum 10 years old; $7 for members and cana and classic folk. how you see and others see you by cre- of Jewish Heritage on Sept. 23 at $5 for their kids. Tickets may be ating a fabulous eye mask with collage. 2:30 pm. purchased by calling the box of- Fri, Sept. 28 Meets in Carson Family Hall of the Uris Children 3 to 10 years old and fice at (646) 437–4202 or online at Education Center. Shababa Bakery: 10:15–11 am. 92nd their families will enjoy the con- the museum’s website. Street Y. See Friday, Sept. 14. Days of Awe-some with Jacob cert from this talented trouba- “Days of Awe-some” with Jacob Stein and the Bakery Band Pup- dour and his merry band of pup- Stein and the Bakery Band Puppets Breastfeeding Support Group: pets: Museum of Jewish Heritage, pets while bringing in the New at the Museum of Jewish Heritage 11:15 am–12:30 pm. 92nd Street Y. See Friday, Sept. 7. 36 Battery Pl.; (646) 437–4202; www. Year. [39 Battery Pl. at Second Place in mjhnyc.org; 2:30 pm; $10, $7 children Stein performs traditional holi- Lower Manhattan, (212) 437–4200, 10 and under. Sat, Sept. 29 This program for children ages 3 to 10 day tunes with a modern-day www.mjhnyc.org]. Sept. 23, 2:30 and their families celebrates the Jewish twist, followed by an arts-and- pm. Shababa Saturday With Karina New Year with songs and stories. Follow- Continued on page 28 September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 27 Calendar

Continued from page 27 uous entertainment and 9 different craft and Coco: 10:30 am–12:30 pm. 92nd demonstrations. Street Y. See Saturday, Sept. 8. “Dora the Explorer” Screen- Sun, Oct. 7 ing: SONY Wonder Technology Lab, 23rd Annual Autumn Crafts Fes- 550 Madison Ave. at 56th Street; (212) tival: 10 am–6:30 pm. Lincoln Center. 833–8100; www.sonywondertechlab. See Saturday, Oct. 6. com; 11 am; Free. This double feature showcases “Dora Randy Kaplan: 92nd Street Y, 1395 the Explorer: Dora’s Dance to the Rescue” Lexington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) and “Dora the Explorer: Rescue, Rescue, 415–5500; www.92y.org; 11 am; $15, Rescue.” babies under 2 free. Whether you’re a mom, dad, aunt, “The Avengers” Screening: SONY uncle or cousin, pack up the posse and Wonder Technology Lab, 550 Madison come on in for a bagel, a coffee or juice- Ave. at 56th Street; (212) 833–8100; box and some tiny tushy-kicking tunes. www.sonywondertechlab.com; 12:15 and 3 pm; Free. To save earth from the sinister villain Mon, Oct. 8 Loki (Tom Hiddleston), Nick Fury (Sam- Columbus Day One Day Camp: uel L. Jackson) of S.H.I.E.L.D. brings to- TADA! Youth Theater, 15 W. 28th Street, gether a team of superheroes called “The third Floor, between Broadway and Fifth Avengers.” Based on the popular Marvel Avenue; (212) 252–1619 X 4; www.ta- comics. datheater.com; 9 am–5:30 pm; $100. College Application Help For Kids explore the world of acting, sing- Teens: 12:30 pm. Bryant Park. See Sat- ing, and dancing in a special one-day urday, Sept. 15. camp that focuses on core elements of musical theater. Live Model Sketching for the Family: The Morgan Library & Mu- Long-running seum, 225 Madison Ave. at E. 36th Street; (212) 685–0008 X 560; www. Wild Wednesdays: The High Line, W. themorgan.org; 2–5 pm; $15 admission 14th Street and 10th Avenue; (212) 206– fee, children $10. 9922; www.nycgovparks.org; Free. Children ages 6 and up learn the fun- Children watch a butterfly grow, touch damentals of figure drawing and choose a wriggle worm, or watch seeds fly. among a variety of media and techniques Intrepid Air and Space Museum: to best express their personal visions. Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum at Pier 86, 12th Ave. at 46th Street; www. Sun, Sept. 30 Get ready to rhumba! intrepidmuseum.org; Weekdays, 10 am–5 pm, Saturdays and Sundays, 10 am–6 Channel Thirteen Poster Mak- pm, Now – Wed, Oct. 31; $30 general ing Workshop: Museum Of The City arumba! It’s time to party the moving and grooving to the down with Limon Dance beat. admission ($26 seniors and college stu- Of New York, 1220 Fifth Ave. at 103rd dents; $23 children 7-17 and veterans; $16 Company’s dance lessons So bring your enthusiasm, and Street; (212) 534–1672; www.mcny.org; K children 3-6; Free for active and retired 10 am–noon; $10 admission; children 12 at Bryant Park on Sept. 1 and 8 don’t forget your dancing shoes military and children under 3). and under are free. at 10 am. and comfy togs. Come aboard and explore the 12,240 In celebration of Channel Thirteen/ All skill levels are invited to Limon Dance Company’s dance square foot interactive Exploreum, fea- WNET’s 50th anniversary, children ages 6 come and practice rhumba, cha lessons at Bryant Park [42nd Street turing a variety of hands on exhibits to 14 use memories of their favorite kids cha, and salsa with instructors and Avenue of the Americas in Mid- as well as the Space Shuttle Enterprise programming and artistic talent to create from the Limon Dance Institute town, (212) 777–3353, http://bryant- which now has a permanent home in the posters wishing Thirteen a happy 50th museum. anniversary. and Dance Company. park.org/plan-your-visit/bpmoves. Don’t be shy, it’s not the tech- html]. Sept. 1 and 8, 10–11 am. “The Adoration of the Magi”: Shababa Sukkah Decorating and nique that’s important — it’s Free. Museum of Biblical Art, 1865 Broadway Pizza Party: 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lex- between W. 61st and W. 62nd streets; ington Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) 415– (212) 408–1500; www.mobia.org; Tues- 5500; www.92y.org; 11 am–1 pm; $15. days – Sundays, 10 am–6 pm, Now – Children decorate the Sukkah and have Broadway at W. 94th Street; (212) 864– and their families the opportunity to ex- Sun, Sept. 9; Free. pizza the day before Sukkot starts. 5400; www.symphonyspace.org; 11 am; perience the arts firsthand with world- The beautiful early Italian Renaissance Elska: 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington $20 ($17 members; $13 children; $11 class performers. alterpiece by Bartolo di Fredi, (1330-1410), children members). will be displayed in its entirety. Ave. at E. 91st Street; (212) 415–5500; 23rd Annual Autumn Crafts The Brooklyn-based kindie artist will www.92y.org; 11 am; $15, babies under Festival: Lincoln Center, Broadway Fair: Soho, 100 Varick St. (914) 295– 2 free. be performing as part of the Just Kidding between 62nd and 63rd Streets; (212) 4794; [email protected]; www. Saturday series. Whether you’re a mom, dad, aunt, 875–5374; www.craftsatlincoln.org; 11 meetup.com/varicks; Daily, 10 am–4 pm; uncle or cousin, pack up the posse and Meet the Artist Saturdays: Song- am–8:30 pm; Free. $55/Space. come on in for a bagel, a coffee or juice- Enjoy shopping and schmoozing in the box and some tiny tushy-kicking tunes. writing Workshop: Lincoln Center, Two hundred and fifty master artisans Broadway between 62nd and 63rd from every region of the United States all day market. Streets; (212) 875–5374; www.Lincoln- selected on the basis of quality of work- Creatures of Light: American Mu- Sat, Oct. 6 Center.org; 11 am; Free. manship and uniqueness of design, will seum of Natural History, Central Park Suzi Shelton: Symphony Space, 2537 The free series gives young audiences show their displays, in addition to contin- West at 79th Street; (212) 769–5200; 28 MANHATTAN Family • September 2012 Calendar [email protected]; www.amnh.org; that fill the trees and bushes. Daily, 10 am–8 pm; $24 ($14 children, $18 seniors and students). “Fancy Nancy The Musical”: The This interactive exhibit explores organ- McGinn/Cazale Theatre, 2162 Broadway isms that produce light, from the flicker- at 76th Street, fourth floor; (212) 579– ing fireflies to alien deep-sea fishes. 0528; vitaltheatre.org; Saturdays and Yak Packers: Rubin Museum of Art, Sundays, 11 am and 1 pm, Sat, Sept. 8 150 W. 17 Street, between Sixth and – Mon, Nov. 12; $29.50 regular; $49.50 Seventh avenues; (212) 620–5000 X premium. 344. www.rmanyc.org; Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:30–11:30 am, Now Fancy Nancy and her friends are going – Thurs, Oct. 25; $10 ($5 seniors and to be performing in their very first show, students; Free for children under 12 and “Deep Sea Dances.” Nancy is positive, members). that’s fancy for 100 percent sure, that she Children 2 to 4 years old explore the and Bree will be picked to be mermaids, exhibits and collections, play, listen to stories, and crafts. but will they? Le Carrousel: Bryant Park, W. 40th Hava Nagila, A Song for the St. between Fifth and Sixth avenues; People: Museum of Jewish Heritage, ww.nycgovparks.org; Daily, 11 am–8 36 Battery Pl.; (646) 437–4202; www. pm; Now – Wed, Oct. 31; $2 per ride. mjhnyc.org; $10, $7 children 10 and un- Fashioned to complement the park’s French style, this classic ride features der. Opens Sept. 13. brightly colored animals and French caba- This exhibition transports listeners ret music. through memories of celebrations across Ping Pong: Bryant Park, Sixth Ave. and generations. It features vibrant modular W. 42nd Street; www.nycgovparks.org; carpets that are used for wall treatments Daily, 11 am–7 pm; Now – Sun, Sept. and flooring. Some of the tiles are em- 30; Free. bedded with photographs, artifacts, and Paddles and balls provided and all skill video screens, while others are laser en- levels welcome. graved with graphics and text. Orbis Pictus: The Gallery of the Czech Thirteen going on 50 Center New York, 321 E. 73rd St. (646) Storytelling: Kidberry, 2046 Seventh 422–3399; [email protected]; hannel Thirteen’s going a poster depicting their favorite Ave. at W. 122nd Street; (212) 866– www.czechcenter.com; Daily, 6:30–8:30 on 50, and is celebrating Channel Thirteen children’s show. 5437; kidberrynyc.com; Wednesdays, pm; Now – Wed, Oct. 17; Free. with a poster workshop Drop-in workshops are on 3–3:45 pm, Wed, Sept. 19 – Wed, Oct. Play Well is a series of site-specific in- C at the Museum of the City of New Sept. 30 and Oct. 28 from 10:30 stallations in which artists and children 31; $10 per family. York on Sept. 30, Oct. 28, and am to noon, and on Nov. 3 from collaborate to create experiences in visu- This drop-in storyhour celebrates the Nov. 3. 1:30 to 3 pm. Free with museum als, sound and motion. joys of sharing stories. The class leader In celebration of Channel Thir- admission. Recommended for will read books to children and children Beginners trainer program: Long teen’s 50th anniversary, Kids Club children 6 to 14 years old. Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center, Thirteen is hosting a poster work- Museum of the City of New York are invited to bring in their favorite books 431 E. Main St. (631) 208–9200, X H2O; and tell their own stories. Each session [email protected]; www.longis- shop and contest for children [1220 Fifth Ave. between 103rd and includes music, singing and exercises for landaquarium.com; Saturdays, 10:15 am in kindergarten through eighth 104th streets at Central Park East, & 2:00 pm, Now – Sat, Sept. 29; $150 ( grade. Children are invited to drop (212) 492–3490, www.kids.thirteen. children and adults to work together to Members: $125). in on an art workshop and create org; www.mcny.org]. share and create stories. Children 10 years old and above have an opportunity to learn how to be a WWII & NYC: New York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West at 77th trainer and work with seals and sea lions. taltheatre.org; Saturdays and Sundays, 1 Sit in on a complimentary demonstra- Street; (212) 873–3400; nyhistory.org; Stories at the Statue: Hans Chris- pm, Now – Sun, Sept. 23; $29.50 regu- tion class so you and your child can get tian Andersen Story Telling: Central Park, lar; $49.50 premium. a first-hand experience of Kidberry’s $15 admission, kids ages 5–13, $5. Hans Christian Andersen Statue, 72nd Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cup- classes. Schedule varies daily. WWII & NYC explores the impact of Street and Fifth Avenue; dianewolkstein. cakes despite warnings from her parents. Fall Early-Morning or Lunchtime the war on the metropolis, which played com; Saturdays, 11 am, Sat, Sept. 1 – Her pink indulgence lands her at the doc- Bird Walks in Central Park: Central a critical role in the national war effort, Wed, Oct. 31; Free. tor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction Park, Central Park West and 77th Street. and how the city was forever changed. Storytellers share fairy tales and stories that turns her pink from head to toe, and (212) 313–7579; www.amnh.org; Tues- Runs through May 27, 2013. from around the world with children. when her hue goes too far, only Pinkali- days, Noon–1:30 pm, Wednesdays and Basketball clinics: North Meadow cious can figure out a way to get out of Thursdays, 7–9 am, Fridays, 9:30–11 Picasso Black and White: Solomon am, Wed, Sept. 5 – Tues, Oct. 30; $85 Recreation Center, 97th St. Transverse this predicament. R. Guggenheim Museum, 1071 Fifth Rd. (212) 348–4867; www.nycgovparks. for early morning and $50 for lunchtime Free Week At Kidberry: Kidberry, bird walks. Ave. at 89th Street; (212) 423–3587; org; Saturdays, Noon–2 pm, Now – Sat, 2046 Seventh Ave. at W. 122nd Street; Oct. 27; Free. Observe the fall migration of birds in www.guggenheim.org; $18 admission (212) 866–5437; kidberrynyc.com; Tues- Central Park with naturalists. Learn how fee; $15 students. Children 9-17 get help with the B-ball day, Sept. 4, 9 am; Wednesday, Sept. 5, game. to use field marks, habitat, behavior, Picasso Black and White marks the first 9 am; Thursday, Sept. 6, 9 am; Friday, and song as aids in identification. During “Pinkalicious The Musical”: The Sept. 7, 9 am; Saturday, Sept. 8, 9 am; lunch (Tuesdays), join ornithologist Paul major exhibition to focus on the recur- Culture Project, 45 Bleecker St. between Sunday, Sept. 9, 9 am; Monday, Sept. Sweet to learn to identify the “confusing rent motif of black and white throughout Lafayette and Mott; (212) 579–0528; vi- 10, 9 am; Free. fall warblers” and the “little brown jobs” Pablo Picasso’s career. September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 29 PARENTING Teaching your kids gratitude & empathy

Dear Dr. Karyn, on all that is positive in his life. “thank you” to your kids, teach them I’m becoming increasingly frus- Research tells us that people who that you also expect a thank you trated with how my kids seem en- have gratitude benefit from personal after meals or drives to schools. DEAR titled. They keep wanting more and happiness, optimism, lack of stress, s ( AV E YOUR KIDS MAKE AND GIVE more and my husband and I don’t and tend to be more satisfied with thank you cards after they have re- DR. KARYN know what to do to kick this atti- their lives. They take better care of ceived gifts. (For example, in my DR. KARYN GORDON tude of entitlement. Not only do they themselves by doing things such as home, after our twins’ 5th birthday seem ungrateful, but they also seem eating well and exercising and are party, we had them make individual to lack empathy toward each other. professionally better strategic think- thank you cards for all their friends. Can you give some ideas on how ers (Emmons and McCullough). Although this took more than five parents can teach kids these two Empathy (which is other-centered) hours, it was well worth it!) important qualities? is when a person tries to see life To teach empathy: through the lens of another and puts s 7 H E N YOURKIDSSEEMUPSET ASK himself in another person’s shoes. them the question, “How are you Empathy is a cornerstone of EQ and feeling?” people who are empathetic benefit s ) F THEY SAY NOTHING OR h) DONT from having the essential skill neces- know,” try my technique called “Give sary for healthy relationships and an A Menu,” in which you provide op- increased desire to help and share. tions. For example, you can say, “Are They also lack of aggressive and vio- you feeling angry, upset, or frus- lent behavior (Universities of Mis- trated?” By providing some options souri, Toronto, Harvard and Illinois). (like a drop down menu), you can These two separate skills comple- help your kids to be more effective ment each other, since, when people at articulating how they feel. are grateful they tend to want to help s ! F TE R THEYHAVESTATEDTHEEMO- others. And when people are empa- tion, empathize with that emotion by thetic toward others it reminds them saying something like, “I can under- of all that they can be grateful for in stand why you are angry — I would their own lives. be, too.” s ! L L OW THEM TO VENT ABOUT THE Model It situation and be careful NOT to dive The best way for kids to learn into solution mode too quickly. Kids these skills is for parents to model need to experience empathy from us Dear Parent, it for them. Just like kids can pick before they are able to see it from Great question! In fact, when I up languages more easily at a young the other person’s lens. And if we speak across the country at various age, the sooner they can experience start providing the fix-it plan, kids parenting conferences, one of the and observe gratefulness and empa- will zone out and have a difficult most common questions parents ask thy from their parents, the sooner time seeing it from another person’s me is exactly what you are asking — they start learning it. perspective. how can parents teach gratitude and s ! F TE R THEYHAVEFINISHEDVENTING empathy to their kids? These two Teach It and you have empathized with how characteristics are not just a good There are many ways to teach they feel, only then should you ask parenting idea, but research also these skills, but let me highlight eight them how they think the other per- tells us that these skills (which are small steps to get you started. son felt in the situation. If they have components of EQ, aka “Emotional To teach gratitude: a difficult time thinking about this, Intelligence”) are some of the great- s ' E T YOURSELF AND YOUR KIDS TO you could ask them, “Imagine that est predictors for how successful keep a gratitude journal (recording the roles were reversed. How do you a child will be in the 21st century. every day the small and big things think you would feel in his shoes?” So how can parents teach these es- you are grateful for). I’ve had clients Remember that learning these sential skills (which are 100 percent as young as 8 do this, in addition skills is a life-long process (not a learned)? Here are three tips: to my adult clients. It’s a very easy quick fix), so be patient with yourself step to help train your brain to focus and your kids as they learn them! Understand It on the simple and positive things in Do you have a question for Dr. Karyn? Gratitude (which is self-focused) your life. She would love to hear from you! E-mail is when a person chooses to focus s ! F TE R YOU HAVE MODELED SAYING her at [email protected].

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September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 31 LOCAL KIDS Singing the world The Young BY LAURA J. VAROSCAK hen the Young People’s People’s Chorus of New York City W received an invitation to represent North America at the 2012 Chorus visits World Choral Summit in China, Fran- cisco Nunez — the founder and artistic director of the chorus — was China — and thrilled, but not entirely surprised. Since its start in 1988, the Young Peo- discovers ple’s Chorus has received numerous honors and awards for its stellar performances around the globe. Nunez, a much more 2011 MacArthur Fellow, describes the chorus as an “artistically viable and an incredibly multicultural choir,” completely deserving of such an honor. Still, one of his biggest challenges was an organization committed to facilitat- Young People’s Chorus held two-hour to narrow down a selection of music ing communication and exchange be- concerts at the Guangzhou Opera to represent the United States and its tween choral musicians throughout House and the Chinese Conservatory widely diverse background. the world. The 11th annual China In- of Music. The singers delivered flaw- He called fellow choir director Phil- ternational Chorus Festival and World less vocal and dance performances lip Burnell for advice. Burnell sim- Choral Summit took place in Beijing that had the audience on its feet by family’s hometown. about connecting with others through ply responded, “Do what you do.” in mid July. Internationally renowned the end of the performance. Lu Wei and the late Anne Ofstedal, music by having fun and sharing our Appreciating his friend’s confidence choral leaders and world-class choirs The choristers performed the first the parents of choristers Christina experiences with others from differ- and trust in his ability to prepare an came together to share their musical half of the program in their formal and Dustin Lu, had the once-in-a-life- ent cultures and backgrounds,” she impressive repertoire, Nunez got to talent, individual perspectives, and uniforms, and then switched to a time opportunity to travel to China said. “As a singer, I was always think- work. His vision was to create some- passion through a series of concerts, classic Americana look inspired by to watch their children perform at ing about the music — memorizing, thing more than a traditional choral workshops, and discussion groups. Broadway musicals like “Showboat,” the Conservatory. They borrowed searching for meaning, saving my performance, instead, an event with The theme of the summit was “Voices “Ragtime,” and “Newsies.” The boys the words of a teenage girl in the au- voice — because I know our perfor- staging that would capture the heart in Harmony.” The Young People’s Cho- dressed in caps and vests to capture dience to describe their experience: mances would influence others.” of the U.S. Under his direction and rus of New York City joined other the feeling of old New York. The girls fabulous and awesome! Tohar Scheininger has been with the choreography of Jacquie Bird, 43 choruses from Europe, Africa, South wore long white dresses and carried “Song by song, dance by dance, the the chorus for four years. The 17-year- members of the Young Men’s Chorus America, Australia, and Asia to share white parasols, reminiscent of Alvin YPC choristers, singing and moving old alto looked forward to sharing the and Concert Choir began a demand- their different cultures. Ailey’s “Revelations.” Nunez’s selec- as perfectly as we’ve ever seen them, music she and her fellow choristers ing two-week rehearsal schedule, The Opening Ceremony was a great tions ranged from the Renaissance left their audience with a rich impres- had worked so hard perfecting with a practicing everyday from 10 am to 5 success. Ten thousand people packed to the contemporary periods and in- sion of the talents and vibrant joy of Chinese audience. pm, before departing for China. the MasterCard Center, and interna- cluded music from the Amazon, Latin American young people.” “The Boatman Song” was the most The invitation came from the Inter- tional TV channels were there to doc- America, and China. They sang clas- Nunez believes the educational im- musically challenging for her. Sung in national Federation of Choral Music, ument the event. During its visit, the sical and traditional music, Shaker pact of the tour for the choristers was Chinese, the piece moved the audi- hymns, folk songs, gospels, spirituals, boundless. ence. Tohar noticed a middle-aged and contemporary pieces. “Traveling changes a child’s per- woman sitting in the front row and people meet them and think, ‘This humanity and believes that change is Chorister Ada Huang blogged about spective of his or her place in the focused on her smile while singing is what Americans are like.’ They are possible in the world. His positive the audience’s enthusiasm when they world, giving these young people and felt a deeper connection with helping our country,” Nunez states influence on the lives of young peo- performed “Oye” as an encore. first-hand knowledge of issues affect- the Chinese culture. She appreciated emphatically. ple builds bridges between cultures “The whole song was an amazing ing the international community,” he the strong emotional response to the Louise and Tohar thank Nunez for around the globe, joining people in experience because in the heart of the said. “Music is powerful. In Estonia, it music, which reminded her that music helping them by being such a bril- peace and harmony. moment, we decided to bring children helped bring down the Iron Curtain!” is truly a universal language. liant teacher and a good friend. For more information about the up on the stage, and mothers were Sixteen-year-old Louise Sullivan Nunez says the chorus does more “He has such a way with kids,” Young People’s Chorus of New York practically throwing children in our was excited to travel to China with than just singing beautiful songs. Tohar explains. “He knows how to City, visit www.ypc.org. arms to dance with us,” she wrote. the chorus. “People watch them perform and talk to us so we’ll listen — not just Laura Varoscak-DeInnocentiis is “We sang with all the people who “It was amazing to sing in a giant, think, ‘Everything is going to be OK.’ about music — he grabs our atten- a writer, educator, and mom living in came to see us and the ending was beautiful opera house, visit different These young men and women are tion, motivates us, guides us. He’s Brooklyn. A regular contributor to NY so full of power and love.” This was temples, and see the Great Wall! I change makers. They are making incredible!” Parenting Media, Varoscak-DeInnocen- especially significant because it was also understood what it was like to a difference in the lives of others. Indeed, Nunez is a passionate, dedi- tiis has won several editorial awards for Huang’s first visit to Guangzhou, her go someplace with a mission: YPC is They make a good impression and cated, and gifted man who cares about her articles. 32 MANHATTAN Family • September 2012 LOCAL KIDS Singing the world The Young BY LAURA J. VAROSCAK hen the Young People’s People’s Chorus of New York City W received an invitation to represent North America at the 2012 Chorus visits World Choral Summit in China, Fran- cisco Nunez — the founder and artistic director of the chorus — was China — and thrilled, but not entirely surprised. Since its start in 1988, the Young Peo- discovers ple’s Chorus has received numerous honors and awards for its stellar performances around the globe. Nunez, a much more 2011 MacArthur Fellow, describes the chorus as an “artistically viable and an incredibly multicultural choir,” completely deserving of such an honor. Still, one of his biggest challenges was an organization committed to facilitat- Young People’s Chorus held two-hour to narrow down a selection of music ing communication and exchange be- concerts at the Guangzhou Opera to represent the United States and its tween choral musicians throughout House and the Chinese Conservatory widely diverse background. the world. The 11th annual China In- of Music. The singers delivered flaw- He called fellow choir director Phil- ternational Chorus Festival and World less vocal and dance performances lip Burnell for advice. Burnell sim- Choral Summit took place in Beijing that had the audience on its feet by family’s hometown. about connecting with others through ply responded, “Do what you do.” in mid July. Internationally renowned the end of the performance. Lu Wei and the late Anne Ofstedal, music by having fun and sharing our Appreciating his friend’s confidence choral leaders and world-class choirs The choristers performed the first the parents of choristers Christina experiences with others from differ- and trust in his ability to prepare an came together to share their musical half of the program in their formal and Dustin Lu, had the once-in-a-life- ent cultures and backgrounds,” she impressive repertoire, Nunez got to talent, individual perspectives, and uniforms, and then switched to a time opportunity to travel to China said. “As a singer, I was always think- work. His vision was to create some- passion through a series of concerts, classic Americana look inspired by to watch their children perform at ing about the music — memorizing, thing more than a traditional choral workshops, and discussion groups. Broadway musicals like “Showboat,” the Conservatory. They borrowed searching for meaning, saving my performance, instead, an event with The theme of the summit was “Voices “Ragtime,” and “Newsies.” The boys the words of a teenage girl in the au- voice — because I know our perfor- staging that would capture the heart in Harmony.” The Young People’s Cho- dressed in caps and vests to capture dience to describe their experience: mances would influence others.” of the U.S. Under his direction and rus of New York City joined other the feeling of old New York. The girls fabulous and awesome! Tohar Scheininger has been with the choreography of Jacquie Bird, 43 choruses from Europe, Africa, South wore long white dresses and carried “Song by song, dance by dance, the the chorus for four years. The 17-year- members of the Young Men’s Chorus America, Australia, and Asia to share white parasols, reminiscent of Alvin YPC choristers, singing and moving old alto looked forward to sharing the and Concert Choir began a demand- their different cultures. Ailey’s “Revelations.” Nunez’s selec- as perfectly as we’ve ever seen them, music she and her fellow choristers ing two-week rehearsal schedule, The Opening Ceremony was a great tions ranged from the Renaissance left their audience with a rich impres- had worked so hard perfecting with a practicing everyday from 10 am to 5 success. Ten thousand people packed to the contemporary periods and in- sion of the talents and vibrant joy of Chinese audience. pm, before departing for China. the MasterCard Center, and interna- cluded music from the Amazon, Latin American young people.” “The Boatman Song” was the most The invitation came from the Inter- tional TV channels were there to doc- America, and China. They sang clas- Nunez believes the educational im- musically challenging for her. Sung in national Federation of Choral Music, ument the event. During its visit, the sical and traditional music, Shaker pact of the tour for the choristers was Chinese, the piece moved the audi- hymns, folk songs, gospels, spirituals, boundless. ence. Tohar noticed a middle-aged and contemporary pieces. “Traveling changes a child’s per- woman sitting in the front row and people meet them and think, ‘This humanity and believes that change is Chorister Ada Huang blogged about spective of his or her place in the focused on her smile while singing is what Americans are like.’ They are possible in the world. His positive the audience’s enthusiasm when they world, giving these young people and felt a deeper connection with helping our country,” Nunez states influence on the lives of young peo- performed “Oye” as an encore. first-hand knowledge of issues affect- the Chinese culture. She appreciated emphatically. ple builds bridges between cultures “The whole song was an amazing ing the international community,” he the strong emotional response to the Louise and Tohar thank Nunez for around the globe, joining people in experience because in the heart of the said. “Music is powerful. In Estonia, it music, which reminded her that music helping them by being such a bril- peace and harmony. moment, we decided to bring children helped bring down the Iron Curtain!” is truly a universal language. liant teacher and a good friend. For more information about the up on the stage, and mothers were Sixteen-year-old Louise Sullivan Nunez says the chorus does more “He has such a way with kids,” Young People’s Chorus of New York practically throwing children in our was excited to travel to China with than just singing beautiful songs. Tohar explains. “He knows how to City, visit www.ypc.org. arms to dance with us,” she wrote. the chorus. “People watch them perform and talk to us so we’ll listen — not just Laura Varoscak-DeInnocentiis is “We sang with all the people who “It was amazing to sing in a giant, think, ‘Everything is going to be OK.’ about music — he grabs our atten- a writer, educator, and mom living in came to see us and the ending was beautiful opera house, visit different These young men and women are tion, motivates us, guides us. He’s Brooklyn. A regular contributor to NY so full of power and love.” This was temples, and see the Great Wall! I change makers. They are making incredible!” Parenting Media, Varoscak-DeInnocen- especially significant because it was also understood what it was like to a difference in the lives of others. Indeed, Nunez is a passionate, dedi- tiis has won several editorial awards for Huang’s first visit to Guangzhou, her go someplace with a mission: YPC is They make a good impression and cated, and gifted man who cares about her articles. September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 33 PARENTING

sters can learn about voting processes. “That’s the whole point of my organization — we educate and pre- Raising your kids to be pare kids to be engaged voters,” says Coe. “Children go to the polls with their parents and vote, and the results are published in the newspapers.” “When Jeffery has gone to the polls with me I’ve taken him into the booth and he’s seen how I may vote politically savvy republican in one area and democrat in another,” says Sullivan. BY DENISE YEARIAN leaders or authority figures in our voters. “If you find that point of rel- “Later, I explain why I’ve chosen How to home? Our community? What kinds evance and are consistent with these one candidate over another so he lection year presents an op- of jobs do they do?’ As children type conversations, most kids will understands.” engage your portunity for children to learn enter school, initiate conversations take an interest.” Finally, consider family volunteer- E about and develop an inter- based on what they are learning in That’s how Jeffery Sullivan became ing. est in politics. But it shouldn’t be history or government class and go engaged in politics. When he was still “Candidates are always looking children with confined to the classroom. Experts from there.” in elementary school, he developed a for people to assist during cam- suggest that when political issues This, he says, is all part of a scaf- mentoring relationship with a family paign time and families are no ex- the world are addressed in both the academic folding process that instills concepts friend and local politician. Through ception,” says O’Malley. “Parents and domestic arenas, it has a lasting and can be built upon over time. their conversations, he learned about and children can help with neigh- impact on future voters. To begin Richard Coe, representative for Kids issues being addressed on the state borhood mailings, drop-off litera- around them cultivating an interest in political Voting U.S.A., agrees. and local level and how some of them ture, distribute buttons, or put up affairs, parents should encourage “Talk with children about how directly affected his life. campaign signs.” family dialogue and take advantage government affects them right now “This roused his curiosity in po- Jeffery was also an avid reader “It’s a level of engagement every “Before long we received a letter Most important, remember that of resources. through everyday things like safety litical affairs, and by fourth grade and with his collection of politically school-age child can get involved inviting us to come and share our nurturing an interest in political af- “Start with simple concepts chil- regulations on water, mattresses, he wanted to know more about local based children’s books, he honed his in,” says O’Malley. “And when they views before state congress, which fairs fosters responsible citizenship. dren can understand,” says Fran and toys. Or, money needed to make government, then county, then state, understanding of history and gov- get responses back — which they we did,” says the now 16-year-old “Involving my kids in politics helps O’Malley, curriculum specialist for libraries and parks better,” says Coe, and eventually national administra- ernmental affairs. usually do — it encourages them Isaac Watkins. “After we returned, them to understand the world is big- the Democracy Project at the Univer- whose nonpartisan organization tion,” says Linda Sullivan of her now “There are so many good books even more.” we received another letter thank- ger than just our home and com- sity of Delaware. “Ask, ‘who are the works to educate and engage future 16-year-old son. out there that can be used as spring- Tandoh found this to be true. ing us for getting involved and say- munity,” says Tandoh. “It also en- boards for introducing kids of all When her son was studying current ing that our views were being con- courages them to think about issues ages to politics and elections,” says events in sixth grade, he became sidered. This showed me that even they wouldn’t otherwise consider. through movies, such as “All the s 0 R A C T I C E ATTHEPOLLS4AKEYOUR O’Malley. “One of my favorite is ‘Duck concerned about an issue being ad- though I can’t vote, I can still make I’m planting seeds now in hopes that Everyday politics President’s Men” or “1776.” child with you to vote. This will fa- for President.’ ” dressed before congress. He and a difference.” one day they will step out and make s#HALLENGETOCHANGE4EACHYOUR miliarize him with voting processes. Dominique Downs likes that book, several other students shared their Family visits to state and national positive changes their world.” s ) G N I TE THEIR INTEREST -OST CHIL- he frequents, such as parks and child that when things happen he s 6A L U E VOLUNTEERING0ARTICIPATE too. views with the teacher, who then historic and governmental sites can Denise Yearian is the former editor dren have an interest in politics but libraries. has the ability to affect change. 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September 2012 • MANHATTAN Family 37 HEALTH Don’t miss your child’s back-to-school physical

BY JAMIE LOBER Hospital in Brooklyn. The physical is the perfect time and A primer so What the physical entails depends place for parents to ask pediatricians our child’s back-to-school largely on the patient’s age. A younger any questions they may have about you and your physical is the most impor- child will have his height, weight, their children’s health, such as “my Y tant task to check off of your blood pressure, temperature, and young kids don’t like to eat vegetables list this fall, especially if your child pulse taken, as well as a head-to-toe or fruits, and won’t drink water.” child know is entering a new school. Here’s a physical, in which the doctor looks at “As a child goes through certain primer so you and your child know the child’s general appearance to see developmental stages the parents exactly what exactly what to expect in his back- if he looks well for his age. It’s like an may be concerned, but that is why it to-school examination. A through Z health inventory. is important to come in for an annual A physical normally involves see- “We examine their eyes by look- physical exam, just to make sure that to expect ing the doctor, who will ask how the ing with our ophthalmoscopes, look the doctor can confirm that every- child has been doing. If the doctor in their ears, their mouth, and assess thing is OK,” advises Hayes. has not seen the child before, he will their dentition to see if they have It’s also the perfect opportunity require a more extensive history. good dentition or a lot of cavities,” for kids to ask doctors any questions “If it is someone they are seeing for says Hayes. “We listen to their heart, they may have. Younger kids do not the first time, most doctors will do an lungs, examine their abdomen, and tend to ask a lot of questions, but entire intake history where they find check their extremities to make sure as children become teenagers, they out whether or not this kid has always they are neurologically intact and tend to be more involved in their been healthy, where they received growing properly.” healthcare and sometimes come in their previous healthcare, if they had Doctors will plot the child’s height with questions for their doctor. any medical problems, what their and weight on a growth chart to make As kids get older, their doctors birth history is, family history, and sure the child is “reasonably adequate may talk to them about personal any sort of medical problems in the height and weight for their age and safety, such as car safety for a teen family, all of which are baseline areas sex,” she says. who is starting to drive, or safe dat- that the doctor will cover because he “What we are seeing more coming. The point is to tailor the advice wants background information,” says monly is overweight kids who are off to each child. Dr. Leslie Hayes, chief of adolescent the growth charts as far as weight “The guidance is governed by the medicine in the department of pedi- is concerned,” says Hayes. If this is age, as well as cognitive developmen- atrics at New York Methodist the case, the doctor will mention the tal level of the patient, but most center importance of exercise, eating a well- around healthy lifestyles, safety pre- balanced diet, and choosing water vention, smoking, safe-sex practices, over soda to prevent obesity. “If a and relationships,” Hayes explains. child watches a lot of television, A back-to-school physical is with- we talk to them about decreas- out a doubt important for every ing their screen time.” child, no matter the age or school The pediatrician also grade, and should become a yearly touches on school perfor- practice for parents and children. mance, asking the child what “It is a good idea to have your classes he is taking and if child come on a yearly basis to be he is not doing well. The seen,” says Hayes. “As they get older, doctor wants to find out if normally the interval of time be- the cause of poor perfor- tween visits is larger, but it is helpful mance could be some- to have them come in at least every thing medical or psycho- two years to be reevaluated and to social. make sure their growth and develop- And, much to most ment is normal and that they are not kids’ disdain, the pe- experiencing any sort of medical is- diatrician will give the sues or problems.” child scheduled boost- Jamie Lober, author of “Pink Power” ers or vaccines to help (www.getpinkpower.com), is dedicated prevent him from con- to providing information on women’s tracting any diseases he and pediatric health topics. She can be may be at risk of getting. reached at [email protected].

38 MANHATTAN Family • September 2012 HEALTH SHORT STUFF Don’t miss your child’s Simple rules of back-to-school physical backpack safety

BY JAMIE LOBER Hospital in Brooklyn. The physical is the perfect time and BY JAY HUNT s4INGLING OR NUMBNESS IN ARMS SHOUL- A primer so What the physical entails depends place for parents to ask pediatricians ders, or hands. our child’s back-to-school largely on the patient’s age. A younger any questions they may have about t’s that time of year again! s2EDMARKSONSHOULDERSFROMSHOULDER you and your physical is the most impor- child will have his height, weight, their children’s health, such as “my With school starting up, it’s a good straps. Y tant task to check off of your blood pressure, temperature, and young kids don’t like to eat vegetables I time to remind parents to exercise cau- Simple tips to help: list this fall, especially if your child pulse taken, as well as a head-to-toe or fruits, and won’t drink water.” tion about their children’s backpacks, which s"ACKPACK SHOULD NOT EXCEED TO child know is entering a new school. Here’s a physical, in which the doctor looks at “As a child goes through certain are often used improperly or are overloaded. percent of a child’s total body weight. primer so you and your child know the child’s general appearance to see developmental stages the parents It is estimated that annually, some 10,000 s 7E A R BOTH SHOULDER STRAPS FOR BETTER exactly what exactly what to expect in his back- if he looks well for his age. It’s like an may be concerned, but that is why it school-aged kids across the country visit distribution of weight. to-school examination. A through Z health inventory. is important to come in for an annual doctors or the ER with complaints of back- s # H O O S E A BACKPACK WITH MULTIPLE COM- A physical normally involves see- “We examine their eyes by look- physical exam, just to make sure that related injuries. When backpacks are worn partments. to expect ing the doctor, who will ask how the ing with our ophthalmoscopes, look the doctor can confirm that every- improperly or are too heavy, students are s 0A C K HEAVIER ITEMS AT THE BOTTOM OR child has been doing. If the doctor in their ears, their mouth, and assess thing is OK,” advises Hayes. at a risk for spinal injury. Some simple closer to the back. has not seen the child before, he will their dentition to see if they have It’s also the perfect opportunity warning signs: Get the school year off to a safe start. And require a more extensive history. good dentition or a lot of cavities,” for kids to ask doctors any questions s3TRUGGLING TO PUT ON OR TAKE OFF don’t forget to include the backpacks! “If it is someone they are seeing for says Hayes. “We listen to their heart, they may have. Younger kids do not backpack. 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If this is age, as well as cognitive developmen- atrics at New York Methodist the case, the doctor will mention the tal level of the patient, but most center importance of exercise, eating a well- around healthy lifestyles, safety pre- balanced diet, and choosing water vention, smoking, safe-sex practices, over soda to prevent obesity. “If a and relationships,” Hayes explains. child watches a lot of television, A back-to-school physical is with- we talk to them about decreas- out a doubt important for every ing their screen time.” child, no matter the age or school The pediatrician also grade, and should become a yearly touches on school perfor- practice for parents and children. mance, asking the child what “It is a good idea to have your classes he is taking and if child come on a yearly basis to be he is not doing well. 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