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		<title>GeniusMaker Review: Is It An Incredible Tutor in Software?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:26:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Through proper brain development and nourishment, training a child to learn the basics becomes an easy process. Today’s technology has taken its toll. In fact, the introduction of GeniusMaker in the market makes it easy for parents to help their children accelerate their cognitive skills far even better than the normal state. An Innovative Tool [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/recommended/geniusmaker"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-38" title="geniusmaker" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/cb-geniusmaker.jpg" alt="geniusmaker" width="150" height="99" /></a>Through proper brain development and nourishment, training a child to learn the basics becomes an easy process. Today’s technology has taken its toll. In fact, the introduction of GeniusMaker in the market makes it easy for parents to help their children accelerate their cognitive skills far even better than the normal state.</p>
<p><strong>An Innovative Tool for Early Child Development</strong></p>
<p>To be a child genius does not solely depend on genes. Every child born has inherent brain characteristics, and that is normal brain functioning which either can also be above or below normal. It is not unusual for an infant to show early signs of consciousness, in fact every child is eager to learn. They are fast learners that everything they see, hear, smell or feel contributes to their early intellectual activity. What we thought of plain “play” for them is really actual learning for them.</p>
<p>The mere truth is that every baby born each day has potential genius hidden waiting to come in full bloom. The right part of the brain is known to be the most active in ages 4-6, the left part follows suit when the child progresses. At age 7, the brain is well-developed. The bottom line is, the earlier the learning process takes place the better advantage, and this is what this product-breakthrough takes advantage of.</p>
<p>Good parenting should include every possible ways in helping a child release this intelligence to the fullest. With the advent of a special educational tool like GeniusMaker in your home, it is like having a live tutor 24/7. A software product like this is an indispensable tool for children and schoolers. It is designed by talented software professionals and eligible teachers in a way that can tickle the interests of your children. It is more on playing yet learning mathematics formula and scientific phenomena. It requires minimum computer skills to be adept of the software. It is considered to be a platform helping your child climbs the genius stairs.</p>
<p><strong>Benefits for Your Child</strong></p>
<p>•    Ability to read at an early stage<br />
•    Mathematical Abilities<br />
•    Knowledge of Encyclopedia (by age 8 )<br />
•    Advance Methodology gained (even before formal education)<br />
•    Development of Talents<br />
•    Experiment Creativity<br />
•    Early Exploration</p>
<p><strong>Benefits for Parents</strong></p>
<p>•    Ability to save more (on costs of live tutor or pre-school expenses)<br />
•    Cost-effective purchase price (with an irresistible limited promo)<br />
•    Bonding moments</p>
<p>GeniusMaker comes in three (3) downloadable CDs (valued at $35 each): -</p>
<p>•    BabyGenius Reading Module &#8211; deals with teaching basic words and phrases. There are also stories to listen to and read afterwards.<br />
•    BabyGenius Math Modules &#8211; focuses on numbers and simple to advance equations through figures or computer visuals,<br />
•    BabyGenius Encyclopedic Module &#8211; offers an interesting knowledge of animals, plants, places, vehicles, dinosaurs, etc. that will surely cultivate one’s child’s interest.</p>
<p>For a limited time offer, the product is now made affordable for parents for only $24.95. It comes with library of resources and Help Files for instructions. Constant users rate this product 3 out of 5 stars which is quite fair and impressive.</p>
<p>There is also a choice of GeniusMaker for your schooling adult kids (from age 13-18) that can aid them in their homework and examinations. You can try the free edition first before you decide to purchase the premium edition.</p>
<p>Teach your children to read without the use of books. Help them to retain this knowledge in widening horizons when they grow up. Every parent’s dream for a child is to have better future through better understanding of life. Maximize the learning window of your child even at an early age through GeniusMaker, an investment to retain your child’s memory bank.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/recommended/geniusmaker">Find out more</a>.</p>
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		<title>When Do Children Learn To Read?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:04:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When do children learn to read? Well the answer is when somebody starts teaching them. You could wait till they start school or start much earlier than that with the right techniques. Why Teach Children To Read? Many parents are keen to pass good reading habits to their child as they recognize it can help [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-35" title="when do children learn to read" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/cb-childrenlearningreading.jpg" alt="when do children learn to read" width="150" height="99" />When do children learn to read? Well the answer is when somebody starts teaching them. You could wait till they start school or start much earlier than that with the right techniques.</p>
<h2>Why Teach Children To Read?</h2>
<p>Many parents are keen to pass good reading habits to their child as they recognize it can help them later in their school life.  Though there are a number of programs available in the market for this purpose, most of these are not very effective. Again most of the working programs are too costly and not everyone can afford them.</p>
<h2>Children Learning Reading</h2>
<p>However, a new program called &#8220;Children Learning Reading&#8221; is creating a lot of buzz in the market. This program efficiently develops  reading skills in small children. In fact, the program shows a number of video clips of 3 year old reading books easily. Let us now discuss the features and benefits of this amazing program.</p>
<p>This program was developed by Jim and Elena who have succeeded in teaching their children reading in just 12 weeks with one of them actually reading when she was still 2 years old!</p>
<h2>How Does It Work?</h2>
<p>The program makes children aware of the alphabet and also sharpens phonemic awareness. This results in better understanding allowing the child to read quickly. Children who are not as well developed can also benefit from this program as it contains information and instructions in a simple language that is easy to grasp.</p>
<p>The Children Learning Reading program consists of two stages which comprise of a number of lessons. The first stage contains 28 lessons contain the basic fundamentals of reading explained. The good thing about the program is that all the lessons had been composed keeping in mind the mental capability of small children.</p>
<h2>What&#8217;s Included?</h2>
<p>The first stage explains the use of all the phonemes that improves the reading skills of your child. It also increases the fluency to read and interpret. All the lessons in the first stage are kept short and can be easily completed in maximum of 10 minutes. This ensures that your child does not get bored with the lessons. Again, this makes the program beneficial for kids as unlike the adults they do not have long memory spans.</p>
<p>The program does not compel the child to memorize anything. Instead, it emphasize on the benefits of regular practice that can give better results. As a parent, you must be aware of the problems associated with forcing your child to read or to memorize anything. By eliminating the need of such compulsion, this learning program certainly makes thing easier for you. The second stage contains 22 lessons which further explain the basics covered in first stage. It contains some advanced reading skills like two letter combinations. Once your child has completed the lessons of first stage, it should be hard for him to go through the second stage of the program.</p>
<h2>What Else Do You Get?</h2>
<p>The Children Learning Reading program also comes with some story books and a children’s rhyme book. These books teach the children in an interesting way so that they can retain the information for long time. Children can also benefit from the audio clips accompanying this program that help to learn pronunciation. The program also comes with a 100% money back guarantee that entitles you for full refund if you are not satisfied with the results.</p>
<p>So <strong>When Do Children Learn To Read</strong>? The choice is now <a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/recommended/childrenlearningreading/">up to you</a> with this great course.</p>
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		<title>How To Make A Baby Sleep</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:33:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[They are cute, with angelic faces radiating innocence and we fuss and croon over them because they are precious, but honestly, as much as we love them they can be a great cause for discomfort for a parent, sometimes we just want to know how to make a baby sleep. There are some babies who [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="size-full wp-image-32 alignleft" title="how-to-make-a-baby-sleep" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/how-to-make-a-baby-sleep.jpg" alt="how-to-make-a-baby-sleep" width="300" height="400" />They are cute, with angelic faces radiating innocence and we fuss and croon over them because they are precious, but honestly, as much as we love them they can be a great cause for discomfort for a parent, sometimes we just want to know how to make a baby sleep. There are some babies who simply refuse to sleep and when they do, they only do  for very short periods and are awake in no time. This will require the parent to sit up the whole night and watch over them which might cause emotional depression since they need sleep as well. It is advised that a baby should get enough sleep as this assists in brain development and decreases major health problems and emotional problems like depression, and anxiety.</p>
<p>Besides if a baby does not get enough sleep, they tend to be tired and cranky which is a guarantee that you will not get sleep yourself because you will be attending to a cranky baby. Unnatural sleep aids like pills, sedation are completely discouraged on babies. Sleep should come naturally and a few tips on how to make a baby sleep.</p>
<p>Feeding your baby well during daytime is the baby sleep solution that will ensure that they will not wake up at night because they are hungry. When it is bedtime it is advisable to set up a routine that you use everyday like, a bath, a lullaby and then sleep or if your child is older a  bath, a book, soft music that will lull them to  sleep as you cuddle them. Sing those lullabies in a soft soothing voice please.</p>
<p>When bathing your baby, use the warm water and administer loving strokes with a gentle washing cloth, massage your baby with your hands while oiling them after drying them of course.</p>
<p>Learning to create the most comfortable sleep environment for your baby is important. Some babies prefer the quiet and darkness for comfortable sleep to the soft music. It is advisable  to dim the lights in your baby’s room to create a more sleepy effect. Dress your baby in comfortable sleep clothes and don’t over dress them.</p>
<p>If the baby is very young they may sleep more comfortably if you swaddle them. Also make sure the beddings are warm and cozy and smell nice, use mostly lavender scented detergents or lavender oiled tissue near the bed because nice scents have been known to lull babies to sleep. Note that for babies less than six months old, fragrances are not recommended neither are they for babies with sensitive noses, just stick to unscented detergent,if this is the case.</p>
<p>It also good to have signals for your baby when it is bedtime. This might be helpful if you learn to speak to your baby so they know its bedtime by speaking in a low soothing voice, with words  like “sleeping time” continuously and obviously adding some of that baby gurgle talk like, ‘lalalala..land”is a very helpful method.</p>
<p>Finally when the baby is sound asleep, they can make whimpering sounds in their sleep which might make you think they are awake. Learn how to recognize the  whimpering courtesy of baby dreams. You might want to wait and listen if the sound will persists before rushing to calm them. You might rush to calm and wake them which in many cases represents a daunting task lulling them back to sleep again. If you use these great tips on how to make a baby sleep, they will reward you by growing healthy and giving you rest when they sleep for long hours.</p>
<p>Of course sometimes we just need a bit more help, so we recommend Baby Sleep Solution.</p>
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		<title>New Toddler Games Added</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:42:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have added many new great games for toddlers and young children. Click below to go play them: &#160;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have added many new great games for toddlers and young children. Click below to go play them:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-28" title="juggling-george" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/juggling-george.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-27" title="create-superhero" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/create-superhero.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-26" title="alpha-pigs-paint-by-letter" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/alpha-pigs-paint-by-letter.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-25" title="alphablocks" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/alphablocks.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24" title="waybuloo-games" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/waybuloo-games.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-23" title="teletubbies-painting-game" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/teletubbies-painting-game.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-22" title="spelling-bee" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/spelling-bee.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-21" title="puppy-letters" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/puppy-letters.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-20" title="oopsys-bubble-bumpers" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/oopsys-bubble-bumpers.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a><a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-19" title="mike-the-knight-pairs" src="http://news.lapware.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/mike-the-knight-pairs.gif" alt="" width="150" height="100" /></a></p>
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		<title>Map of UK Indoor Soft Play Areas, Outdoor Parks and Playgrounds</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:09:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have added a map of  Indoor Soft Play Areas, Outdoor Parks and Playgrounds to the site. As parents of young children it can be hard to find new activities for the kids, so we have started work on providing a comprehensive list of great play places that we can all use. Hopefully you find [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have added a map of  <a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/indoor_soft_play_areas.php">Indoor Soft Play Areas, Outdoor Parks and Playgrounds</a> to the site. As parents of young children it can be hard to find new activities for the kids, so we have started work on providing a comprehensive list of great play places that we can all use. Hopefully you find it useful, and feel free to add your own local places on.</p>
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		<title>Keep The Kids Busy This Easter</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:50:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Check out these great deals from Play to keep the kids busy this easter: Crayola Friendship Bracelets RRP: £5.99 NOW: £4.79 &#160; Hello Kitty Tent RRP: £20.00 NOW: £17.99 &#160; Mario Kart Wii (includes Wii Wheel) RRP: £39.99 NOW: £23.99 &#160;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Check out these great deals from Play to keep the kids busy this easter:</p>
<p><img class="alignnone" title="Crayola Friendship Bracelets" src="http://images.play.com/covers/11290136m.jpg" alt="" width="170" height="170" /></p>
<p><a href="http://playcom.at/795965?DURL=http://www.play.com/Toys/Toys/4-/11290136/Crayola-Friendship-Bracelets/Product.html">Crayola Friendship Bracelets</a><br />
RRP: £5.99<br />
NOW: £4.79</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone" title="Hello Kitty Igloo Tent" src="http://images.play.com/covers/17436501m.jpg" alt="" width="170" height="170" /></p>
<p><a href="http://playcom.at/795965?DURL=http://www.play.com/Toys/Toys/4-/17436501/Hello-Kitty-Igloo-Tent/Product.html">Hello Kitty Tent</a><br />
RRP: £20.00<br />
NOW: £17.99</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone" title="Mario Kart Wii (includes Wii Wheel)" src="http://images.play.com/covers/4994923m.jpg" alt="" width="117" height="178" /></p>
<p><a href="http://playcom.at/795965?DURL=http://www.play.com/Games/Wii/4-/4994923/Mario-Kart-Wii/Product.html">Mario Kart Wii (includes Wii Wheel)</a><br />
RRP: £39.99<br />
NOW: £23.99</p>
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		<title>New Additions</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:47:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have added some new stuff to the Lapware website. Improved Layout Now the site features better layout and navigation to make it easier to find stuff. New Products We have added some fantastic products to help you as a parent enjoy your family life even more. This is just the beginning of the updates [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have added some new stuff to the Lapware website.</p>
<h3>Improved Layout</h3>
<p>Now the site features better layout and navigation to make it easier to find stuff.</p>
<h3>New Products</h3>
<p>We have added some <a href="http://www.lapware.co.uk/parents_products.php">fantastic products</a> to help you as a parent enjoy your family life even more.</p>
<p>This is just the beginning of the updates to the site. Make sure you subscribe to this blog to be kept up to date!</p>
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