Unlike monozygotic twins (also known as identical twins), dizygotic twins do not share the same genes. Monozygotic twins share 100% of each other’s genes. Dizygotic twins share only 50%. This is the same genetic similarity as siblings conceived and born at different times. Dizygotic Twin Conception Dizygotic twins may occur if two or more oocytes (eggs) are released in one cycle. If each is fertilized, the result can be dizygotic twins....
However, that freedom and lack of restraint come with a price—mostly for parents. Parents have to put a lot of time and effort into finding activities that keep kids’ minds (and bodies) occupied, keep them safe and secure, help them stay out of trouble, and throw a little fun into the mix. While the number of kids attending summer camp is sure to rise with the decrease in COVID-19 cases, many parents are looking for activities that don’t put a pinch on the wallet....
Try any of these fun Valentine crafts with your child; you’ll find yourself having fun making and sharing them too!
For preschoolers, start with a basic game that helps him learn farm animals, numbers, colors (create a hue scavenger hunt!), and shapes. Adapt the game for school-age children to cover anatomy, world government, foreign language, and history. What you choose to teach with this game is only limited by your imagination. You don’t have to sit still in a chair endlessly repeating letter sounds. Try activities that make learning phonics an adventure instead of a tedious lesson....
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A frequently asked question about identical twins is, “Do they have the same DNA?” Read on to learn the answer, and why it matters. How Identical Twins Are Formed The medical name for identical twins is monozygotic twins. Mono means one and zygote means a cell that’s formed by an egg plus a sperm—so identical twins are created when a single zygote splits into two. As the two zygotes travel to the uterus, they each continue to divide and grow....
And perhaps the biggest thing to worry about is what will happen if you come down with COVID-19 just prior to giving birth. With cases continuing to rise across the United States, the risks of contracting the coronavirus remain considerable, and the last thing you want to do is make your baby sick. While there’s very little data to look at yet, most of the limited studies that have been performed on COVID transmission from gestational parent to baby indicate that the risk is relatively low....
Make a photo collage of her life, from infancy up to present date, and frame it. Make a video of family, friends, and important people in her life (coaches, teachers, mentors) sharing their thoughts and feelings about her and wishing her the best for her future. Make a CD or playlist of your child’s favorite songs. Siblings and friends of hers will most likely know her favorite songs if you’re not sure what to include....
Patrick’s Dinosaurs, by Carol Carrick When his older brother talks about dinosaurs during a visit to the zoo, Patrick is afraid, until he discovers they all died millions of years ago. Night Driving, by John Coy As father and son drive into the night, they watch the sunset, talk about baseball, sing cowboy songs, and even change a flat tire before pitching camp at daybreak. Chester’s Way, by Kevin Henkes Chester and Wilson share the same exact way of doing things, until Lilly moves into the neighborhood and shows them that new ways can be just as good....
Each project also includes detailed, easy-to-follow, age-appropriate instructions, options for extensions, and challenge questions. Parents will love that each project includes a “messy meter” so you’ll know what level of clean-up to expect, too. The site is geared more towards older audiences—the explanations may be too complex for younger kids on their own—but it’s a great resource for families. Check out the “Science vs. Myth” area to dive into the truth about such topics as vampires and crop circles....
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Age group: 30-40 months Duration of activity: 25 minutes Materials: Paper plate Scissors Green and red construction paper Pencil White craft glue This is a personalized holiday decoration. You may wish to do one with each member of your family.
This is where hands-free baby products really come through for new parents. And they have come a long way over the past decade or so. If you are curious about what makes a product “hands-free” and how it can help you, particularly during that first year with baby, we are about to get up-close-and-personal with the ever-expanding category. Because let’s face it: When it comes to raising kids, it takes not only a village but an arsenal of clever tools as well....
Inspect for signs of water and wind damage, including curled, damaged, loose, or missing shingles. Examine edges for damage to roof sheathing. Check flashing around chimney, vent stack, skylights, roof edges, dormers, etc. Inspect vents and louvers to make sure they’re clear and operating correctly. Inspect and clean screens on vents and louvers. Examine chimney cap and clean if necessary. Inside: Check attic for signs of water damage. Plumbing and Drainage Outside:...
What Is Homocysteine? Homocysteine is a type of amino acid that is naturally found in the body. At normal levels, it is not harmful, but elevated levels have been found to be associated with miscarriage as well as heart disease. Elevated Level of Homocysteine An elevated level of homocysteine in the blood results in a condition known as hypercoagulability. The word coagulation refers to blood clotting, and hypercoagulability means that blood clots more easily than it should....
Effort: Fairly easy - some sewing required Materials: Matching color shirt and pants Matching color knit hat Yarn Needle with eye large enough for yarn Black socks and shoes Black gloves (optional) Face paint (optional) Instructions: Sew yarn through hat to create mane, leaving ends 5 inches long. Tie ends together to secure. Make yarn tail desired length. Attach tail from inside of pants with safety pin (being careful about placement of pin so that it won’t stick the child)....
What Happens During an FBA? Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), schools are required by law to use functional behavior assessments when dealing with challenging behavior in students with disabilities. While the law exists, it might not occur to school staff to put an FBA into motion. As a parent, you may need to specifically push for one if you see a direct need. If a student’s behavior is disrupting classroom instruction, it is easy for administrators and teachers to default to punishments such as detention and suspension, especially if the student has not been diagnosed with a disability....
