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Things to Do

Did You Know - Frogs

Teacher Feature - TJ Tripp

Preschool Time

News From a Leprechaun

These Kids Mean Business

Reminder-Free Shopping

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Celebrate

Help at the Animal Shelter

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Eric Ode Celebrates Children's Books in Song

11 a.m., Salkum LibraryMany wonderful picture books have been illustrated to

popular sing-along songs, and many others are songs

waiting to happen. Have fun with hand motions, movement

songs, puppets, rhythm instruments and more. All ages

are welcome. For more information, please visit trl.org.March 1March 1

March EventsMarch Events

White Pass Winter Carnival All day, White Pass Ski AreaThe 28th annual, family oriented event features a huge snow castle, professional snow sculptors from around the U.S. and Canada, live music, fireworks, torchlight parade, kids' carnival, and snow sports competitions for kids and adults. For more information, please visit skiwhitepass.com.

March 1March 1

Pacific NW Chamber Orchestra Concert7:30 p.m., Corbet Theatre, Centralia CollegeThe PNCO is part of Centralia College's continued educa-tion program. Music will include players of all ages. Event is free and open to the public. For more information, please visit centralia.edu.

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March 4th

Health and Hope

Medical Outreach

5:30 pm, Northwest Pediatrics

Center, CentraliaA free medical clinic from 5:30 p.m.

to 8:30 p.m. at for those with an

income is less than 200 percent of the

poverty level. For more information,

please call (360) 623-1485.


March 11March 11

Open Mic Night @ The Library6 p.m., Yelm LibraryShare your creative performance with others in a fun and supportive environment. All ages are welcome and refreshments will be provided. For more information, please visit trl.org.

49th Annual Home and Garden Show

10 a.m., SWW Fairgrounds, Chehalis Enjoy browsing through vendors for everything

you need for your home and garden. For more

information, please visit chamberway.com.

Military Collectibles Display10 a.m., Olympic Flight Museum, Olympia Regional AirportCome look, buy, sell or trade. Fun for the whole family. Admission is $5 per person. For more information, please visit olympicflightmuseum.com.

SWW Kidsignment9 a.m., 321 N. Pearl St., Centralia Come shop through thousands of like-new clothing, toys, books, shoes, strollers and more during this one weekend event. Come early Saturday for the best selection and return Sunday when many items are 50% off. For more information, please visit swwfamily.com.

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LC Community Band Concert

7:30 p.m., Corbet Theatre, Centralia CollegeBring your family to a free concert of instrumental music. This concert

is a continuation of the band's "Half and Half" series and will feature

the music of Percy Grainger and David Hoslinger. Co-conductors will be

Louie Blaser and Karl Scarborough. For more information, please visit

centraliacollege.edu or email [email protected].

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Did You Know?

FROGSInstead of drinking

water with their mouth, frogs soak it into their

body through their skin.

Frogs can see forwards, sideways and upwards all at the same time.

Frogs live on all continents

except Antarctica.

Frogs swallow using their eyes. Their eyes retract into their head to push the food down

their throat.

Frogs can jump over 20 times their body length.

They never close their eyes, even when they sleep.

The study of amphibians and reptiles is called HERPETOLOGY, and those who study them are called HERPETOLOGISTS.

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TJ TrippChehalis Middle School, Special Education

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Ms. Tripp with student Idellis (Dell).

What is your favorite part of teaching?

Being with my students is a privilege and great fun. They work so hard and I want to do my best for them.

What hobbies do you enjoy?

My granddaughter is my number one favorite interest. I have also been a Seahawks fan since the team first

started (go Hawks! ) and I love to garden.

What is your favorite teaching memory?

Do you have a mantra you are always telling your students?

Learning to do the Macarena with my students with Ms. Street’s class. My students did much better than I did!

Keep reading!

The students on the special needs school bus I drove for several years in Onalaska always asked me to come in and be their teacher so I decided to give it a try. I am sure glad I listened to them!

What made you decide to become a teacher?

Send in nominations for your favorite teacher, student, or coach.Mail to 321 N. Pearl, Centralia, WA 98531 or email to [email protected]. If you email us and we don’t reply we haven’t received your message. Please give us a call at 807-8217.Name of teacher & nominated/school or coach/team & sport:________________________________________________________________________Name of child nominating: ______________________________________________Name of parent & phone #: ______________________________________________Email: _________________________________________________________________Please include a few sentences on why you think your teacher, student or coach should be featured.If you have a picture of your teacher, student, or coach, please send it in too! We may contact you to learn more.

Teachers: Have you wanted to nominate a student but found it too hard to choose? Nominate your whole class! Email [email protected] with a picture of your class and short paragraph

about why you nominated them.

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“Ms. Tripp reaches out to all her students and takes the time to work independently with them. She tries one idea to help a student and if that doesn’t work she thinks of another and so on until she finds the idea that works!” ~ Patricia M., mother of Dell


CENTRALIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 1315 S. Tower Ave., Centralia. (360) 736-7657. Ages: *3½ years to 4½ years, **4½ years to 5 years. Days/times: *Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8:25 a.m. to 11 a.m., **Monday through Friday from 12:10 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Cost: Call for current tuition and material fees. Two separate programs meet the needs of both younger and older preschoolers, with the five-day-a-week program focusing on pre-k skills. There are no more than 12 students per adult, and parent vol-unteers are welcome in the classroom (with a background check). The programs run in conjunction with the regular school year. The yearly fee can be paid on a 10 or 12 month schedule.

CENTRALIA COLLEGE ECEAP 217 S. Iron St., Centralia. (360) 736-9391, extension 460. Ages: 3 years or 4 years by August 31. Days/times: Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:15 to 11:45 a.m., Tuesday/Thursday/Friday from 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: Based on income requirements. The Early Childhood Educational Assistance Program at Centralia College is designed to help low-income children and families prepare for school. It is a state-funded program that provides comprehensive, family-focused assistance. All participants must meet federal income guidelines. With rare exceptions, they are able to accept a few stu-dents above income levels who have special needs or are considered at-risk. Classes follow the college schedule. The program, which is similar to other ECEAP programs in Washington State, focuses on four interactive components: education, health and nutrition, parent involvement and family support. The program also has ECEAP slots in Chehalis, Boistfort, and PeEll. Meals and limited transportation are included. Applications are available through the Centralia College website at centralia.edu.

DELL’S CHILDREN’S CENTER CHILD CARE AND PRESCHOOL 1212 N. Pearl St., Centralia. (360) 736-9964. Ages: 18 months to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: $186 per month for three days a week of preschool (up to five hours of care, including preschool). Daycare kids at Dell’s Children’s Center over the age of 18 months enjoy a preschool program that focuses around monthly themes. Teacher-student ratio for the younger students (18 months to 2½ years) is 1 to 7, and 1 to 10 for older students. Non-daycare students are able to participate in the preschool program on a space-available basis. Meals are included.

FIDDLESTICKS COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL 1209 N. Scheuber Rd. (Immanuel Christian Center), Centralia. (360) 736-3040. Ages: *4 years to 5 years, **3 years to 4 years, ***3 years to 5 years. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., **Tuesday/Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., ***Monday/Tuesday-Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $90 registration fee, $65 per month for two days a week, $75 per month for three days a week. Fiddlesticks Cooperative Preschool, affiliated with Centralia Col-lege, is a family experience. Parents work in the classroom twice a month, and there is a parent meeting one night a month. Two college credits per quarter available when working in the classroom. The teachers have Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education degrees. The learning environment is center-based, with areas for art, science, manipulatives, dramatic play and more.

HAPPY DAY LEARNING CENTER 3320 Borst Ave. (Centralia Community Church of God, across

from Centralia High School), Centralia. (360) 736-0151,

Ages: 2½ years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Cost: call for current rates. Happy Day Preschool is a faith-based program, but

not aligned with a specific doctrine. Traditional stories and music are included in the curriculum, as well as some themes. There are four classes offered: 2.5 years to 3 years work on social skills and

early learning; 3 years to 4 years focus on pre -kindergarten as well as themed learning centers, creativity and includes the Writing

Without Tears program and much more; 4 years to 5 years focuses on pre- academic, family culture, self concepts and much more.

Teacher-student ratio is 1 to 10. Children in the daycare program are placed first and remaining spots are available to non-daycare

students.

ADNA CHILD CARE CENTER 179 Dieckman Rd., Adna. (360) 748-4631. Ages: 2½ years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Two-, three-, and five-day-a-week options available. Cost: $10 per day. Adna Child Care Center provides a mixed-age preschool, with parents able to choose a two-day, three-day, and five-day a week schedule. The program is unit-based, with topics changing every few weeks. The teacher-child ratio is 1 to 10.

If you have a little one ready for preschool, now is the time to get them registered. Here is a listing of some local

preschools to help get you started.

PRESCHOOLS


MORTON COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL Morton Methodist Church Annex, Morton. (360) 496-5312. Ages: *3- and 4-year-olds, *4- and 5-year-olds,. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., **Monday/Wednesday/Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $100 registration fee. $75 per month. Contact Person: Laurie Hanson

MOUNTAIN VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL** 1201 Belmont Ave., Centralia. (360) 736-1139. Ages: 4 by August 31. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: $120 per month. $75 non-refundable registration fee. Mountain View Preschool is a bible-based ministry with a strong curricular focus. The Alphatime Letter People, introduced each Mon-day, anchor the weekly alphabet themes. There are two adults in the classroom, with a maximum student enrollment of 24.

ONALASKA COMMUNITY CO-OP PRESCHOOL 220 W. Sixth St., Onalaska. (360) 978-4505. Ages: 3 years to 5 years; limited to 15 students per class. Days/times: Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $100 per month for parents choosing to participate in the class-room 3 days per month, $130 for parents opting not to volunteer. $50 registration fee. Onalaska Community CO-Op Preschool is a fun environment to have your child learn and grow in a caring preschool setting that has been an integral part of our community since 1978. The preschool incorporates classroom curriculum, arts and crafts projects, cooking, special guests, and field trips to enrich your child’s preschool education.

LEWIS COUNTY HEAD START Locations throughout Lewis County (360) 736-1696. Ages: 3 years to 5 years by Sept. 1 of current school year. Days/times: Please call for more information. Cost: Must meet federal poverty guidelines. The Lewis County Head Start Preschool serves children and families throughout Lewis County. Part-year classrooms in Randle, Salkum, Toledo, and Centralia/Chehalis. Please call for hours and days available. The focus of the program is on providing children with a quality school-readiness experience and activities in a child- centered early learning environment as well as support to families. Meals are provided and transportation provided based on space availability. Classroom staff members have BA’s or AA’s in Early Childhood Education. For additional information, please contact [email protected].

LITTLE SEEDS PRESCHOOL 15000 Old Hwy. 99 (First Baptist Church), Tenino. (360) 264-2255. Ages: 3 years by Aug. 31. *4-year-olds; **3-year-olds. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., **Tuesday/Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: $35 registration fee. $85 per month (2 days per week), $115 per month (3 days per week). Little Seeds Preschool is a Christian school that balances freedom of choice with structure. The three-year-old class focuses on colors, shapes, numbers, and learning to get along with peers. The four-year-old class is a kindergarten prep, with additional math, science, and the alphabet. Both include large muscle activities. Children must be potty-trained.

LEWIS COUNTY ADVENTIST PRESCHOOL 2102 S. Scheuber Rd., Chehalis. (360) 748-3213. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost: Half day and full day programs are available. Please call for price information. Kindergarten readiness and state accredited school with an empha-sis on Christian education and values.

ONE LITTLE TREE PRESCHOOL 1215 W. Main Street, Centralia. (360) 324-9813. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $100 per month. One Little Tree Preschool is a community-oriented learning environment with curriculum geared toward the growth of the whole child. Here at One Little Tree Preschool we care about our environment and teaching children how to help make the world a better place.

KIDS N ME 1309 Bishop Rd., Chehalis. (360) 748-8931. Ages: 2 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: Included in daycare or $10 per day. Most participants in the Kids N Me program are daycare partici-pants as well. Activities include circle time, calendar, letters, art, and writing names. Preschool takes place during the school year. The teacher-child ratio is 1 to 10.

MOTHER HUBBARD’S 856 NW Folsom, Chehalis. (360 748-6352. Ages: 2 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Chil-dren may attend 2, 3 or 5 days a week). Cost: $100 per month for 2 days a week, $150 for 3 days a week. All children in the Christian-based Mother Hubbard Daycare take part in the preschool program, but non-daycare students may attend as well. There is a 1 to 7 teacher-child ratio. Instruction is based around a theme for the day with songs, fingerplays and activities. Eight supervised centers offer activities such as creative art, eye-hand coordination, small motor skills, and more. Science, music, and outside time are also included. Lunch included.

**LITTLE INSPIRATIONS CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC 1011 Marsh Ave., Centralia. (360) 736-9500. Ages: 2½ years to 5 years. Days/times: 2 days a week. Please call for more information. Cost: $50 per month. Little Inspirations Childcare Center, LLC offers professional child care. We could help you take care of your precious ones while they learn - whether they are in preschool or are preparing for kindergarten.


Fiddlesticks Cooperative Preschool

Open enrollment for 2014-2015

360-736-3040 • 360-736-10121209 N. Scheuber Rd. Centralia

• Our teacher, Bobbi Chapman, has a BA in Early Childhood Education.

• Theme based instruction with learning centers

• Gym & fenced outdoor playground

• Affiliated with Centralia College Parent EducationSee our Fiddlesticks listing

for more information!

PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME 25 SW Circle, Chehalis. (360) 748-0271. Age: *4 years by August, **3 years by August. Days/times: *Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., **Tuesday/Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: *$85, **$60. $50 non-refundable registraton fee. Playtime Preschool is put on through the Chehalis Parks Department. This is a great oppor-tunity for your child to meet new friends and gain self-confidence while getting into the routine of participating in structured play and learning activities while still having fun. The registration fee goes towards the purchase of class supplies and to secure your child’s fall enrollment.

ROCHESTER HEAD START 7710 James Rd. S.W., Building F., Rochester. (360) 273-6835. Ages: 3 years and 4 years. Days/times: Tuesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., or 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: Must meet income guidelines. Rochester Head Start, part of the Sound to Harbor Head Start pro-gram, offers a developmentally appropriate, pre-kindergarten program with a creative curriculum. Transportation is provided, as are two meals a day (breakfast and lunch in the morning program, lunch and snack in the afternoon program).

ROCHESTER PRAIRIE PRESCHOOL 8042 191st Ave. S.W., Rochester. (360) 273-7753. Age: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Cost: $80 per month. $100 registration fee. Contact Michelle Huseby, registrar, for more information.

SONLIGHT PRESCHOOL 18206 Corvallis Street(United Methodist Church), Rochester (360) 273-8650. Ages: *3 years to 4 years, **4 years and 5 years, Days/times: *Thursday/Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., **Mon-day/Tuesday/Wednesday from 8:30 a.m to 11 a.m. Cost: *$115 per month, **$135 per month. $90.00 registration fee. Structured classes to prepare students for kindergarten includ-ing writing, ABCs, ABC sounds, numbers, name writing, reading as well as preparing socially, emotionally and physically for kindergarten.

PEACE LUTHERAN** 2071 Bishop Rd. (corner of Jackson and Bishop), Chehalis. (360) 748-4108. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $90 per month. Peace Lutheran Preschool is a religious-based preschool, with chapel on Thursdays. There is a maximum enrollment of 20 students, with a teacher and two aides leading the class. Children must be potty-trained.

ST. JOSEPH’S PRESCHOOL 123 SW 6th Street, Chehalis. (360) 748-0961. Ages: 3 years to 5 years Days/times: Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Cost: 2 days per week is $85 per month, 3 days per week is $132.30 per month, 5 days per week is $207.90 per month. Registration fee is $55. Supplies and class project fee is $60. In St. Joseph’s preschool program, small class sizes and varied curriculum are highlighted. Some areas of focus include social skills, math, physical education, language arts, computer lab, sci-ence, music, arts and crafts, and religion. Parents are welcome to volunteer in the classroom, but it is not mandatory. All children must be potty-trained.

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About Mother Hubbards Day Care & Preschool Inc:

• Christian teachings• Learning through play• Preparation for kindergarten• Scheduling to meet your needs - part time accepted• We serve healthy snacks and lunches

Two Locations!

360-740-16592215 Jackson Hwy.

Chehalis

360-748-63326352 NW Folsom St.

Chehalis


Must be 3 years old by August 31st Four Years Old: Mon/Wed/ Fri 8:30am-11am, 12-2:30 $115 Per monthThree Years Old: Tue/ Thur 8:30am-11am $85 Per month

Little Seeds Preschool

Now Enrolling!

We offer varied themes each

month to enhance learning

in circle time/table time, crafts,

snacks, free play & outdoor play.

15000 Old Hwy. 99 (Cornerstone Community

Church) Tenino, Wa 98589, (360) 264-2255.

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WESTMINSTER PRESCHOOL 128 N.W. Prindle Ave., Chehalis. (360) 748-0091 or (360) 846-7367. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Choose a combination of days between Monday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Cost: 2 days is $80 per month, 3 days is $110 per month, 4 days is $150 and 5 days is $170 per month. $30 registration fee. Westminster Preschool is a fun and inviting place to prepare your child for kindergarten in a Christian atmosphere. Activities in the program include music, movement and tumbling, science, dramatic play, math, literacy and field trips. Registration starts now.

** This Preschool was not able to be reached for verification

prior to time of print.

TIGER CUBS 813 Eshom Rd. (Centralia High School), Centralia(360) 827-6401. Age: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $75 per month. Tiger Cubs is a special education preschool, provid-ing instruction in fine and gross motor skills, language skills, and social skills. Most students are developmen-tally delayed and identified through early childhood screenings offered by the Centralia School District. Approximately 4-6 additional participants are not spe-cial needs children. The preschool works with the voca-tional department at the high school, which gives high school students an opportunity to earn early childhood education credits through Centralia College by working in the class. In addition, a special education teacher and a team of para-professionals lead the class, with four adults in each session. The children also receive occupational, speech, and physical therapy as needed.

WINLOCK PRESCHOOL Off King Road behind the school soccer field, Winlock. (360) 785-3372. Ages: 3 years to 5 years. Days/times: Monday/Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Cost: $50 per month. The Winlock Preschool features a full-time Spanish speaking teacher and serves a wide range of students. The preschool features bi-lingual, migrant and developmental delayed programs. The teacher/student ratio is 1 to 7.

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The Chehalis Parks and Recreation Department

One of your

SWW Family Favorite

Instructors:

Kelly Vanasse

Thanks the community for voting

PRE-SCHOOL PLAYTIMEFor boys and girls 3-5 years old

As one of your SWW Family Favorite PreschoolsWe are now accepting 2014/15 Registrations

$50 Registration Fee Plus Monthly Tuition

For more information call 748-0271www.ci.chehalis.wa.us

3 days per week, M, W, F $85/month 9:30-11:30am Must be 4 by August

2 days per week, T, TH $60/month 9:30-11:30am Must be 3 by August


We found a leprechaun to answer questions about these mysterious little people! He wouldn’t really show himself to us. Mostly what we saw during the interview were his lips, oversized sunglasses and his hat.

Standards Link: Spelling: Spell grade appropriate words correctly in context.

Standards Link: Measurement: Use standard measurement. Reading Comprehension: Read grade-level appropriate materials.

A: Wee folk are three feet tall at most.

A: It isn’t easy. If you should see a leprechaun, get as close as you can without him seeing you.

Quickly take him in your grasp and don’t take your eyes off of him. Then ask where his pot of gold is hidden.

He will try to talk you into looking away. If you do look the other way, he will be gone when you look back.

How many stories in the newspaper does it take to measure 3 feet?

A: We play tricks on people who don’t believe in us. We especially like to bother teachers who try to tell children that we don’t exist.

Standards Link: Investigation: Find similarities and differences in common objects; identify matching attributes.

A: We make shoes for the fairies. Silly fairies wear out their shoes quickly because they dance all night. We are always busy making new shoes for them. They pay us with gold. Lots of gold!

Leprechaun’s shoe shelf has toppled. Can you match the pairs of fairy shoes?

One fine morning, I went for a walk in the woods. I tripped on a . When I looked down, I saw a little with a green .

“ ,” he said. “My name is .I’m a leprechaun. If you want my of , you’ll have to me first!”

I tried to him, but he was too for me.

He just laughed and called out to me, “ St. Patrick’s Day!”Standards Link: Grammar: Identify and use nouns, verbs and adjectives in writing.

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Standards Link: Writing Applications: Relate ideas of an experience.

Which leprechaun comes next in each row? Circle it.

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Business: McGregor Eggs Proprietor: Maddie, age 11, Centralia

After their baby chicks matured and began laying, Maddie and her family found themselves with an abundance of eggs that they alone couldn’t consume. In trying to get rid of the egg surplus, eldest daughter Maddie quickly discovered quite a market for fresh, local eggs right within her own circle of acquaintances. She hatched a plan to start her own business — McGregor Eggs.

Now Maddie sells eggs by the dozen to teachers, coaches, her dad’s coworkers, friends and family members — and business is thriving! There are plenty of eggs and plenty of

by Megan Berry of CentraliaIt must have been the late ‘80s. The school

year had just ended and my sisters and I were making big plans for our summer vacation. We were confident that running our own neighborhood newspaper business would be a lucrative way to spend the next few months.

Sadly, The M Street News never really got off the ground — it lasted just two or three issues before our entrepreneurial spirit waned and we moved on to pursue other enthusiasms. My memories are pretty vague, but I believe creative differences, an unreliable typewriter and lack of a sound business plan were to blame for our failed attempt.

My short-lived experience is nothing like the business ventures of the three local youngsters I recently interviewed. These three budding entrepreneurs have managed to create small, successful businesses and possess more money management, marketing and business management skills than I ever did at their age.

customers and her younger sister, Alayna, occasionally joins in and sells a few dozen also. Maddie explained that both she and her sister are putting their earnings into a savings account “for college or a car.”

Maddie helps clean out the chicken coops, which is an important job, but also her least favorite part of the day-to-day operation of McGregor Eggs. She finds collecting the eggs and watching her dog chase and frolic with the hens to be the more enjoyable aspects of her business.

Maddie plans to continue selling eggs for as long as she can. When asked what she wants to be when she grows up, she replied, “I want to be a farmer or a teacher — or a teacher that sells eggs.”

Business: Boaz Simonds’ Bakery Proprietor: Boaz, age 9, Chehalis

In May of 2013, Boaz brought home a first place ribbon from the Spring Youth Fair for his “Despicable Me” minion cake. Since then he’s been making special order cakes for all occasions, as well as some cupcakes and bread cornucopias thrown in for good measure.

Boaz Simonds’ Bakery is headquartered in his family’s home kitchen, where he makes everything from scratch. Boaz stays plenty busy filling orders placed by family and church friends, selling his creations at craft fairs and maintaining his business’ Facebook page. Thankfully, his mom is there to guide him through the whole process and his brother pitches in when orders pile up.

Among his favorite aspects of running the bakery, Boaz cites being in charge, making a lot of money and the joy of creating edible art. He admits there is also a downside. “I don’t like cleaning up from cooking,” Boaz laments, “so sometimes I pay

my brother to do it for me.”Boaz has learned a lot about money management and

basic business practices since the spring of 2013. As part of his homeschool math lessons, he is required to complete a profit and loss statement for his business and pay his parents for the supplies he uses.

It sounds like he is well on his way to accomplishing his goal of one day becoming a professional baker. “I want to have it as a career when I grow up and am on my own,” Boaz says of baking. “I want it to be a big cake factory that I can make hundreds of cakes in.”

Business: Best Magnets Proprietor: Lenora, age 10, Centralia

They say that necessity is the mother of invention, and this proverb certainly seems to apply to the inception of

Lenora's business. She was frustrated with average magnets because they couldn’t hold her artwork up on the refrigerator.

So about three years ago she set about making her own super-strong refrigerator magnets. Her dad suggested using recycled bottle caps, helped her order some magnets online, and Best Magnets was born!

Economy for Kids — Centralia Christian School Teaching business skills is part of the curriculum at Centralia Christian School. During either their fourth

or fifth grade year, students are taught the basics in areas such as taxes, budgeting money, hiring employees, paying rent and banking. They also learn about applying for a business license and supply and demand.

Armed with their newfound knowledge, the students work on a plan to start their own businesses, deciding what product they want to manufacture, market and sell. Near the end of the year they set up their businesses for a chance to sell their wares at a school-wide craft fair.

Aside from the mock currency, the students get a pretty realistic taste of the hard work required to establish their own business and the skills necessary to make it successful.

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Lenora’s favorite part

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the assembly of her product, with

which her brother, Miles, occasionally helps.

Assembling these powerful magnets is not to be taken lightly though, says Lenora, “I don’t like when I get pinched by the magnet clipping onto the bottle cap or getting burned with the hot glue.”

Currently, Best Magnets are sold at her parents’ coffee shop, Santa Lucia. You’ll find them there, neatly packaged and bearing her slogan “Super strong magnets made by two kids and one adult.”

Lenora has learned quite a bit about what it takes to operate a business during her years at the helm of Best Magnets. “You work a lot to run a business,” she states matter-of-factly. Her advice for other entrepreneurs is simple and smart, “Save money so you can buy more supplies.”

Megan Berry is a local mom who values the small businesses in her community and is happy to support small business owners of any age. She resides in Centralia with her husband, Clyde and their daughter, Susannah.

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Parents run errands, and often we have our little helpers with us.

These little helpers are great at pointing out, grabbing and even discreetly placing items of importance into our already overflowing carts to make our trip “better.” Unfortunately these items are needed by them — not us.

When my oldest daughter was around three or four I noticed a problem with her always wanting to help by “reminding” me of everything possible as we went down each isle. (I used to know exactly how many items were in each isle, no kidding!) To curb this “helpfulness,”

guess what I tried? No, I did not give her everything she reminded me of. I did not tell her she could never EVER have anything. I did what moms do best — I went right down the middle and I used “MAYBE.”

After this wondrous epiphany of incorporating MAYBE in my speech pattern, we went on a scheduled shopping trip and before we went into the store I told her, “If you are able to not ask for anything, or remind me of what you or I need, then MAYBE you will end up with something when I am all done shopping. But (this is the important part) if you ask for even one thing, you will receive n.o.t.h.i.n.g."


We then proceeded into the store and of course she forgot and started reminding me and I was able to say (a few times through-out the trip), “Bummer, now you don’t get anything at this store today,” and I would finish my shopping and leave with what I needed and she would leave empty-handed. We went to a few more stores without success (for her), and then I took her on a shorter trip so that she would not have

a chance to forget and remind me. This gave me the chance to offer to buy her a small item and let her know it was because she did great at remembering not to ask or remind me for anything. I repeated these short shopping trips a few more times and guess what? It clicked! She realized that if she reminded me she never got anything and when she held her tongue she would MAYBE get something.

Now, I have three girls I have taught this and it is so wonderful to be able to go in a store and not have my little chickadees chirping for things. The best part is, if one starts to forget, I can usually overhear one of the others saying, “shhhhhh, if you don’t ask for something, MAYBE we will be able to get something, but if you ask we aren’t going to get anything.”

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Go for a walk to

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Read Across America celebrates

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Write a poem to

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Get someaerobicexercisetoday.

Write a letter to a relative that lives far away.

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National AnthemDay

Celebratetoday with lots of

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Johnny AppleseedDay

What does it mean when someone says “Use your

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National NoodleMonth

First Day of Spring

Want to change your name for the day? Use the name Joe.

March is said to be a windy month. Go to the park or the beach to fly a

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This is the middle of the month and a festive day in the Roman calendar.

The day was dedicated to the

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The famous Cliff Swallows of

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Randolf Caldicott was born on this day in 1846. The

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Make a list of the women who have made a difference

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Luther Burbank was born on this

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Cut a whole peanut shell in half.

Remove the nut. Add hair and a hat to make a peanut

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Celebrate the birthday

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Today is the anniversary of the first walk in space in 1965. Can you

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The flower for the month of March is a

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The Girl Scouts was founded on this day in 1912. Find out if there’s a troop you could join in your area.

Gather some old magazines and make a collage

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When you brush your teeth today, make sure your

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The winter season is upon us and with it comes a myriad of coughs and sniffles. It can seem to take forever — from that first cough until your child is back to their normal energetic self. We understand that it can be difficult to watch your little one have trouble breathing when their nose is plugged, or to listen to them cough through the night. To help you along that journey, here are a few effective and natural remedies that will help them feel better as they fight the infection.

SteamNature’s miracle for mucous breakdown! Try

giving your child a bath, or steam up the bathroom and let them sit in the steam for 10 to 15 minutes. Patting their back, slightly harder than you would for burping, while sitting in the steam can be helpful to shake the mucous loose and allow them to cough it up more easily. Doing this before bedtime can help them breathe comfortably as they drift off into dreamland. A hot steam humidifier can be helpful to provide the same relief throughout the night.

A few points to remember when using a humidifier:

• Remember to change the water daily and air out the room in which it is used since mold loves to grow in warm and wet places.

• Clean out your humidifier regularly. A vinegar rinse is highly effective!

• Make sure to read the manufacturer's instructions for proper placement and usage. Some allow for the addition of mentholated or eucalyptus oil drops and these can also be effective.

Heads UpKeeping the head of your child’s bed slightly el-

evated can help them sleep more comfortably. With younger children, a pillow or rolled towel can be placed under the head of the crib mattress. For older children, try propping them up on an extra pillow, or lifting the head of the bed on small blocks.

Comforting Home Remedies for Cough

and Cold Seasonby Christine Ramirez, MD of Northwest Pediatric Center

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Goodbye CoughA spoonful of honey can help decrease your

child’s cough and soothe a sore throat. It can be mixed with lemon juice or given by itself. Honey is also known for it’s antimicrobial properties so it will also help in fighting the infection!

*Important note: Remember that honey cannot be used in children under 12 months of age due to the risk for infant botulism.

Mentholated Ointments

These can be very helpful for clearing congestion and allowing your little one to sleep at night. Apply it to their chest, under their pajamas to prevent them from rubbing it into their eyes.

• For children less than two years of age use the ointments with care. Look for baby vapor rubs, spe-cially formulated to be gentler for your little one.

• Remember not to place it directly under the nostrils!

*Please note: Occasionally the mentholated oint-ments can cause wheezing in children, especially those with a history of asthma. Watch your child and use a small amount when applying it for the first time to monitor for any adverse effects.

Flush it OutIn older children, sinus rinses can be very help-

ful for clearing out congestion. A large syringe, nasal cleansing pot, or squeeze bottle can be used for the rinses. The saline solution can be purchased from the pharmacy or made at home. To use: Tilt head for-ward and insert the tip of the container gently into the nostril, aiming toward the back of the head, and deliver a gentle stream. The saline wash should come out of the mouth or opposite nostril. After the wash they can gently blow their nose to remove any remaining saline. Repeat at least twice daily. Clean the pot/bottle after each use.

In younger children, a suction bulb or nasal aspira-tor, with or without nasal saline drops, can be used to clear congestion. The drops can be purchased at your local pharmacy or made at home. To use the drops: Deliver 2-5 drops in one nostril and wait 10 seconds. Then occlude the opposite nostril and suction the nos-tril in which you placed the drops. Repeat on the op-posite side. This is most effective for breathing comfort when performed prior to feeding and sleeping.

Homemade saline:• 1 cup warm water in a

clean container. (Use distilled or boiled water.)

• 1/3 teaspoon of non-iodized canning or pickling salt

• Pinch of baking soda

This homemade solution can be stored at room temperature for up to one week.

Hydration, Hydration, Hydration

As with any illness, it is important to stay well hydrated. Not only that, increasing your child’s fluid intake will also help to thin their secretions which al-lows for easier removal.

Christine Ramirez received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Spanish

from Andrews University in 2006, graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2010 and completed her

internship/residency in pediatrics in 2013. She currently works at Northwest Pediatric

Center and resides in Centralia.

Okay, so we’ve gone over several natural ways to help your child to feel better. But what do you do when that doesn’t work? When should you call your doctor?

• Fever (100.4 F) for more than 5 days• Congestion that is worsening or present

for more than 10 days• Cough that is persistent and worsening

after 2 weeks• Chest pain with breathing or coughing• Wheezing• Rapid breathing or any difficulty breathing• Persistent ear pain

If there is ever a time when you are uncomfortable or you feel that your child is taking a turn for the worse just remember that your primary care provider is only a phone call away.

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Sam and Coodles: The Room at the End of the Hall is an endearing story of a young boy and his stuffed armadillo coping with the changes that a new sister brings. The author, from the child’s perspective, helps young ones to recognize their own growth, accept change, and to build love for a yet unknown member of the family. Through genuine experience and lovely illustration, this book is also a good reminder to parents about what is important to their little ones at a time of family transition. The first in a series of Sam and Coodles books, this is a good start to build on the life lessons that most children face.

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Lead by example. Many kids try to mimic their parents' behaviors, and moms and dads can take advantage of that by making sure kids see them as they recycle, conserve water or make other eco-conscious choices. If kids want to know why you're separating trash or opting for tap water over bottled water, explain to them the positive impact that such behaviors can have on the health of the planet.

Encourage eco-friendly hobbies. Today's youngsters have a host of technology at their disposal, and parents know full well that such access can be both good and bad. While technology can enhance learning in the classroom and beyond, gaming systems and other electronic devices have made it easy for kids to forgo outdoor activities in favor of more sedentary hobbies. Many medical

researchers believe that such hobbies are contributing to higher rates of childhood obesity. But they also can harm the environment. Gaming systems, whether played on televisions, computers or handheld devices, use a substantial amount of energy. Parents who encourage more eco-friendly activities, such as reading or playing outside, can get the best of both worlds, as kids will be getting out and about and embracing activities that don't harm the planet.

Ride bicycles more often. Reducing fuel consumption is one of the most effective ways to reduce your carbon footprint, and even though kids can't drive, that doesn't mean they can't pitch in to conserve fuel. Children who attend school close to home can ride their bikes rather than taking the bus or hitching a ride with mom or dad. Explain to youngsters the impact that such a choice can have on the environment, and ride bikes with your kids whenever possible, be it on trips to the park or to visit friends and family members. Many kids love to ride their bikes, and they might like it even more if they understand the positive impact that such a hobby is having on their planet.

Teach kids to reuse products. Waste is a significant environmental issue, but reusing products is a great way to cut back on waste. Items that would once be tossed into the trash after serving their purpose can be repurposed when tackling projects around the house, and kids can get in on the act, too. Rather than purchasing store-bought decorations for holidays like Halloween or Chanukah and Christmas, reuse old products to craft homemade decorations. Birthday gifts or items exchanged during the holidays can be wrapped in old newspaper instead of store-bought wrapping paper. Many products that would otherwise be discarded can be reused, and kids might enjoy finding new ways to make use of old items.

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Eco-friendly lifestyles aren’t just for adults. Encouraging kids to go green at a young age can set them up for a lifetime of making decisions with the environment in mind. The following are just a few ways parents can impart a sense of responsibility to the environment on their youngsters.

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