BUBBLES’ BLOG
JUNE 2014 NEWS FOR
S. B. BUTLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
UPCOMING EVENTS
Mon, June 2nd
5th Grade Visits Cutler Middle
Wed, June 4th
Spring Concert / Art Night
6:00-8:30pm
Fri, June 6th
End of Year Dance & Basket Raffle
(Basket preview begins at 5:30pm)
6:00-7:30pm
Thurs, Jun 12th
Field Day!
(Rain date June 13th)
Mon, June 16th
Kindergarten Celebration
2:00pm
Wed, June 18th
Last Day of School for Students!!!
5th Grade Promotion
Early Dismissal
11:00am
1:12pm
Please remember to check the SB Butler website to keep up to date on your
student’s classroom, current events and everything happening at school!
http://www.groton.k12.ct.us/site/default.aspx?DomainID=1084
PRINCIPAL’S CORNER
I cannot believe the calendar is telling me that June is just a few short days away. As spring slips by, I
can feel the dog days of summer just around the corner. On behalf of the entire staff at S. B. Butler
Elementary School, I wish our students, parents, care givers, and stake holders a very safe and happy
summer. For our students, I have one message – I encourage each and every one of you to pick up a
book, a magazine or any other print printed material. Let the words jump off the pages and take you
to places you have never been. If you haven’t already done so, discover the joy of reading.
We are already looking forward to and planning for next school year. Until we see you again – We
wish you a great and relaxing summer.
Monson Lane
Principal
DROP-OFF LANE
As a reminder to all parents – the drop-off lane is strictly for dropping off students. If you
need to park & exit your car, please use the visitor lot. This lane is also considered a fire
lane, so parking is not allowed.
Groton’s Summer Food
Service Program for Children
 FREE MEALS!
 TEN SITES IN GROTON!
 Kids 18 years and younger welcome!
 Most sites serving breakfast AND lunch!
June 23 – August 15
Summer Food Sites in Groton
 Kolnaski Magnet School
500 Poquonnock Road
(B) 8-8:45; (L) 11:30-12:00
 William Seely School
55 Seely Drive
(B)8:30-9:00; (L)11:50-12:20
 Claude Chester School
1 Harry Day Drive
(B)8:30-9:00; (L)11:45-12:30
 Westside Middle School
250 Brandegee Avenue
(B)8:30-9:00; (L)11:45-12:15
 Washington Park
155 Meridian Street
(B)8:30-9:00; (L)11:45-12:30
 Branford Manor Apts
37 Mather Avenue
(B)8:30-9:00;(L)11:30-12:00
 Sutton Park
Fort Hill and Sutton Park Rd
LUNCH ONLY 12:30-12:55
 Groton Estates
Nathan Hale Rd/Constitution
(B)9:15-9:45;(L)12:15-12:45
 Dolphin Comm Center
100 Tern Avenue
(B)8:30-9:00;(L)11:30-12:00
 Nautilus Park Comm Ctr
124 Gungywamp Road
(B)9:15-9:45;(L)12:20-12:50
Sponsored by Groton Public Schools ~ Ernie Koschmeider, Director of Food Services
1300 Flanders Road, Groton, CT 06340 ~ 860-572-2137
Summer Sun Protection for Kids
By Kelli Miller
Reviewed by Roy Benaroch, MD
Lazy days at the pool or beach are warm weather rituals for many families. But if you're tempted to let your child play
outdoors for even a few minutes without the proper sun protection, you’re taking an unhealthy risk. "It only takes one
severe sunburn to potentially double your child's chances of getting melanoma later in life," says Andrea Cambio, MD,
FAAD, a board-certified pediatric dermatologist. "We really need to buckle down and protect our young."
Slather on the Sunscreen – No Exceptions
Remember how much you marveled at your baby's smooth skin? Don't let the sun destroy that beautiful canvas.
Ultraviolet sunlight damages the skin and can lead to wrinkles and cancers later on. There is no such thing as a healthy
tan; a tan is a sign of sun damage.
Always put sunscreen on your child before going outside. Make a fun game out of it. Teach your child to spell BEENS to
help you remember to cover often-forgotten spots: Back of knees, Ears, Eye area, Neck, and Scalp.
Apply sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before going outside. Then reapply every 2 hours or sooner if your child has been
swimming. Water-resistant sunscreen wears off -- check the label to see how soon you'll need to reapply.
If your child attends school or daycare, make sure teachers are told to apply sunscreen before any outdoor activities.
Choose a Child-Friendly Sunscreen
Can't decide which sunscreen is best for your child? Cambio and pediatrician Jerome A. Paulson, MD, FAAP, Medical
Director for National and Global Affairs at the Child Health Advocacy Institute of Children's National Medical Center in
Washington, D.C., shared some child-friendly recommendations:
Their No. 1 tip: Choose a sunscreen that contains zinc oxide or titanium dioxide because the compounds are less
irritating than others and do not get absorbed into the skin. "These ingredients are probably the safest ones out there
right now," Paulson says. There is some concern that other sunscreen ingredients, particularly oxybenzone and retinyl
palmitate (a form of vitamin A), may cause harm. However, both chemicals are FDA approved for use in sunscreens.
Other tips:
 Opt for a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher.
 Make sure it's labeled "broad spectrum," which means it blocks both UVA and UVB sunlight.
 Let your child choose a colored or scented sunscreen. Nix this idea if your child has sensitive skin or an allergic
skin disorder, such as eczema.
 Sunscreen sticks are best for the face because they are less likely to drip.
 Cambio likes spray-on sunscreens for kids because they are easy to apply. Cover your child's face while
spraying, or have him make a funny face or hold his breath for five seconds.
Cover Up Head to Toe
Sunscreen is only part of sun safety. Paulson recommends staying inside from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the sun's rays are
strongest.
Clothing can also help. "The best sun protection is something that completely blocks the sun from getting to the skin,
which is clothing if you're not inside a building," Paulson says. But forget about tossing on a flimsy, white tee. A white Tshirt has limited protective value. If you can see through the tee, the sun can shine through and burn the skin. Dark,
tight-woven clothing that covers all exposed skin is best. You can also buy clothing that is specially treated with
chemicals that help protect against ultraviolet sunlight. Cambio recommends sun-protective clothing, such as a kid's swim
shirt or rash guard shirt, with an ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of 30 or higher. The clothing loses its UPF strength
after several washings, so check the labels for care instructions.
Don't want to buy new clothes? The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends SunGuard, a laundry additive that contains a
sunscreen called Tinosorb FD. Toss it in the wash, and your clothes instantly get a UPF of 30. The protection lasts about
20 washings.
Wear a Hat
Have your child take a tip from Barney and wear a silly hat outside. Take your child hat shopping, but be sure to purchase
a hat with a wide brim that casts a shadow on the face. Too old for Barney? Look for a favorite sports team or school
logo.
Protect Your Eyes
Sunglasses are another outdoors must-have. They are an important part of sun protection and recommended for kids of
all ages. Make sure they filter both UVB and UVA rays. Two-year-old Anna Cheever never goes outside without her
sunglasses and hat. She's worn a hat since birth, and nowadays will remind her mom if she forgets. "I want it to be
second nature for her to put on a hat and sunscreen every time she goes outside," her mother Kara Cheever says. "I
hope that she continues to follow the good sun care habits that we practice together."
Being a role model is vital to helping your kids establish healthy sun habits. If they see you skipping the sunscreen,
working on a tan, or forgoing a hat, chances are they will do so too.
Soothing a Sunburn
If your child gets sunburn and is active and playful and does not have any blisters, here's how you can make him feel
better.
 Place a cool compress on the sunburn.
 Apply aloe gel to the burned skin. Try placing the aloe in the fridge for a few minutes first before using.
 Give acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Check with your doctor for the correct dose.
 Give your child plenty of fluids.
Do not use over-the-counter pain relieving products containing benzocaine on sun-burned skin. (These are called topical
anesthetics.) They can often make the pain worse, and some people are allergic to the ingredient. If your child feels or
looks ill, spikes a fever, or has blisters, get medical help.
P. E.
Capt. DeMario
Howdy Folks!
The school year is coming to an end, but we still have one more exciting event left … FIELD
DAY! A few things to be aware of:
 We need volunteers to help out. I can’t do it without all your help. You can come in
to help all day or half a day. If you aren’t able to help on Field Day, there are also
opportunities to help at home (filling water balloons, inflating balloons, etc.) Volunteer
forms went home Tuesday, May 27th. Please be sure to look for the form if you want to
volunteer. Any questions or ideas please get in touch with me via email, bdemario@groton.k12.ct.us.
 Please be sure your child comes to school on Field Day and the day they have PE with sneakers on. Flip flops
and sandals are not ok for PE or Field Day.
Kindergarten
Ms. Horler & Mrs. Whitten
Students of the Month
We are so happy to announce our S.B. Butler
Students of the Month for May!
Please congratulate the following students:
Grade K – Eliana St. Louis & Davianna King
Grade 1 – Jane Ambrose & Kelly Turley
Grade 2 – Lawrence VanWagner & Kathia Ortega
Grade 3 – Mason Hanson & James Robinson
Grade 4 – Luke Noreika & Angelina Walrath
Grade 5 – Devyn Jordan and Sharae Rabel
Pre-School
As Kindergarten comes to a close, we have many things
on our calendars. In language arts and science we are
focusing on our Coastal Communities. *We will
culminate this unit with a field trip to the beach on
June 6h.*
In math, we are focusing on the consolidation of the
units we have taught this year.
We will be tie dying t-shirts for our Kindergarten
Celebration the week of June 9th. The celebration will
be on Monday, June 16th at 2 pm.
The Kindergarten team would like to thank all of the
volunteers and parents who have made this year a
terrific success! Enjoy your summer and read lots of
books together.
Read at the beach.
Read in the car.
Read anywhere you are.
And you will be reading star!
Mrs. Conti & Mrs. Mangelinkx
The preschool students have experienced plenty of
transformations over the year. Over recent
weeks, we have enjoyed playing
scientist as we made observations of
the classroom caterpillars experiencing
their own transformations into butterflies.
The students loved watching and caring for our 5
fluttery friends. Watching them fly away was rather
bittersweet.
It has been an amazing year of
transformations for the Preschool students as well. For
this month, our focus will move onto Summer Safety.
We will explore a lot of stories related to summer as
well as working on automaticity with counting.
Fizz, Boom, Read!
Reminder: Summer Reading Logs will be due
back to SBB on September 12th!
Make reading a part of your summer!
First Grade
Third Grade
Mrs. Celtruda & Mrs. Grigg
We are now in the last unit in our math book which
explores adding to 100 with double digit numbers, and
learning strategies for problems that make a new ten.
It would be very beneficial for the children to practice
their math facts to 20 at home to build fluency in
addition and subtraction.
We have completed the end of year benchmark
assessments for reading. It is always so exciting to see
how far the children have come with their reading.
We will be going to the beach for our
last field trip on June 5th. We will be
eating lunch at the beach so please
pack a snack, lunch and drinks for
your child. The children may wear
bathing suits under their clothes as they are allowed to
wade into the water up to their knees. Please make
sure they have sun screen on as teachers are not
allowed to apply it to children.
It has been a wonderful year and we are so pleased at
the progress these little ones have made. It has been
our pleasure working with you throughout the year for
the educational well-being of your children. Have a
wonderful summer!
Second Grade
Mrs. Bailey, Mrs. Cote &
Mrs. Westkott
In science we are looking forward to examining our
brassica seed pods. We will be planting grass seeds
and making observations as the grass grows. In
Fundations we are working on our last unit focusing on
the le syllable and reviewing the six syllable types. In
math we are working on using addition and subtraction
within one thousand to solve word problems. In
reading our focus is the role the government plays in
our community.
We have had a great year with our second grade
students. Enjoy your summer, keep reading, and write
about your adventures.
Mrs. Gwaltney & Mrs. Zuliani
We are so proud of all of our third grade
students’ progress this year! It’s been amazing to be
part of their journey this year. We have seen them
flourish and grow in so many ways!
In Reading, we have come such a long way in our
written responses to texts. Students are now able to
support their thinking with specific evidence from the
text. In Math, we’ve made so much growth with our
multiplication and division facts. We can now recall
many facts readily. This will really help us in fourth
grade. In Social Studies, we’ve learned about the
history of our state and many cool state facts. Ask them
what our state insect is! Science was always exciting
with all the hands-on experiments we did!
Keep reading, writing and practicing those
multiplication and division facts over the summer so
you’re ready for fourth grade! We wish all of our
students the best of luck next year!
Fourth Grade
Mrs. Genovese, Mrs. Hubbard & Mrs. O’Connell
Wow! We can’t believe the end of the school year is
approaching.
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Language arts: We will finish the year
with a unit on Greek Mythology and
will complete our poetry unit. The
students are reading some wonderful
fiction books that they will use to complete a
“Cereal Box Book Project.” Please send in any
empty cereal boxes you have to help us out!
Math: We are working on problem solving, which is
improving our “fourth grade detective skills.”
Science: We will spend the remainder of the year
focusing on animals and their habitats.
It’s been a wonderful year in fourth grade!
Music
Mrs. Martelle,
Mrs. Stevenson
Mr. Schneider
Fifth Grade News
Mrs. Holdridge, Mrs. Wilson &
Mrs. Burdick
Best Wishes Fifth Graders!
It has been a great year! We salute our amazing group
of fifth graders as they leave the halls of S.B. Butler.
Many of our fifth grade students have been with us
since kindergarten, and it will certainly seem strange
when we don’t see them and their friends on a daily
basis. Everyone is very proud of you and will miss you,
your sense of fun, and your dedication to learning at
our school. Best wishes to all with a reminder you are
always welcome at S.B. Butler! Good luck as you
advance to Middle School! Dream Big!
Summer Reading!
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a great book (or
books)! Remember, children who read during the
summer maintain their reading level and retain the
skills and strategies they’ve learned. So, read loads of
books and have a safe, enjoyable and restful summer!
Upcoming events:
Monday, June 2nd – Field Trip to Cutler
Middle School – We depart S.B. Butler at 9:00
and return by 11:00 a.m. The purpose of this trip is to
familiarize students with the building and staff so that
they will have a smooth transition to middle school.
Wednesday, June 18
th
– Promotion
Day – Promotion Day activities will commence with a
ceremony in the gymnasium at 11:00 a.m. followed by a
cake and punch reception in the rear of the gymnasium.
Girls and Boys are encouraged to wear comfortable
shoes and dress your best. Dresses for girls are
appropriate and for boys, polo shirts or button down
shirts and trousers are appropriate.
Our final concert of the year will take
place on Wednesday, June 4 at 6:30
p.m. This will feature all of our 4th and
5th grade band and orchestra students
– including the jazz band. We hope you can come out
and hear these talented musicians perform!
Art News
Mrs. Norris
Wednesday, June 4th at 5:30pm is the
opening of the Art Show for S.B. Butler
School. The students have been busy preparing their
portfolios. Each student has a collection of Art designed
on a large piece of paper with their name written on it. It
will be fun for each child to show their loved ones the Art
they have created. The show will evoke a feeling of being
in an art gallery. This will reflect my belief that we all are
unique and creative human beings. Creating Art helps us
appreciate ourselves and others, develop many skills, learn
about famous artists and most of all how we see the world
around us.
My hope is everyone will enjoy this
opportunity to walk through the school and review each
child’s unique creations.
It has been my pleasure to be the long term Substitute Art
teacher at S.B. Butler School. I have learned so very much.
I appreciate all the smiling creating children. I hope
everyone has a wonderful summer. I will be pursing my
Art by having more time to create. Also, I am looking
forward to spending week painting with a local landscape
artist, Lenny Moskowitz in Nantucket this summer.
Literacy Interventionists
Mrs. Fridinger & Mrs. Tasca
Why Read During the Summer?
When summer vacation begins, many kids put away
their books and anything else that is associated with
school. They want to be playing video games, watching
TV and surfing the Internet. They would much rather be
outside riding bikes, playing ball, catching fireflies or
cooling off in a friend’s sprinkler. Committing to
reading, even just a little each day, can be a struggle.
Teachers witness a phenomenon which is much too
common, but oh, so preventable. I call it the “Summer
Slip”. I’ve seen it every year for the past 25 years as a
teacher in Groton.
As the school year begins to wrap up, teachers are busy
assessing kids and are able to get a clear measurement
on just how much each and every child has grown in
their reading and at what reading level the child is
reading. Some kids leave school able to read at a
particular level, but when they return in the fall their
new teacher finds they are having a hard time and they
need to start the child at a lower level than what they
had achieved in June, just two months before. Hence,
The Slip.
Studies have shown that children who continue to read
during the summer months perform better when school
resumes in the fall. It is very important to continue
reading with your child during the summer months in
order to retain skills they have worked so hard to
achieve and to continue practicing ones they have been
introduced to and are still developing.
Some children regress, but many do not. Kids who read
throughout the summer don’t slip and are more
successful in the next grade level. Visiting the local
library and letting your children choose books that
interest them is one way to keep them reading. If you
need help in choosing books that are appropriate, ask
for assistance. The people who work at the library are
there because they love to read and they are always
ready, willing and able to head you in the right
direction. Also, find books you can read to your child
for pure enjoyment. They can be books beyond your
child’s reading level, but at a level they can understand,
enjoy and talk about with you. I've yet to meet a child
who wouldn't sit still for Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
or Freckle Juice by Judy Blume. There are also safe
websites for children to visit on the computer which
allow them to read and practice literacy skills.
(Parents/caregivers, please monitor your children on
the computer, always!)
So, think about it. With the price of gas and people
staying closer to home these days, open a book
everyday this summer with your child, even if only for
15 or 20 minutes. Make it a special time. Show your
child you value reading. DONT LET YOUR CHILD SLIP!
Go on adventures to faraway places...for free! Books
can take you there! Have a great summer!
Special Education Teachers and
Speech-Language Pathologists
Mrs. Salovitz, Mrs. Varga-Knowlton,
Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Buttermore &
Miss Kasparek
“We Give Books” is a great way to help support public
libraries and spend time reading with your child this
summer! The program Read for My Summer, described
below, is available on the “We Give Books” website:
www.wegivebooks.org.
Fight summer brain drain with Read for My Summer!
Help support public libraries while keeping your kids
reading and learning all summer long by participating in
the “We Give Books” Read for My Summer program.
Read for My Summer highlights a special book for you
and your child to read online from the We Give Books
library every week, along with fun activities and reading
tips to make each book come to life, including custom
activities from ReadWriteThink.
This free 10-week
program helps parents, schools and libraries offer children
an exciting online reading experience, while helping to
share books with public libraries in the US. At the end of
the summer, create a custom certificate showing all the
books your child has read for Read for My Summer. Print
it out so your child can show everyone what a super
summer reader he or she is!
All of our students did a great job this year!
safe, happy and healthy summer!!
Have a
United Way Mobile Food Pantry
Health Room
Mrs. Grater & Mrs. Donnel
A reminder to parents: Protect your
children from the sun! Serious sunburn can increase
your child’s risk of skin cancer later in life. Kids don’t
have to be at the pool, beach or on vacation to get too
much sun. Their skin needs protection from the sun’s
harmful ultraviolet UV rays whenever they are outside.
 Seek Shade
 Cover up
 Get a hat
 Wear sunglasses
 Apply sunscreen
Use sun screen every time your child goes outside with
an SPF of at least 15 with UVA and UVB protection. For
best protection, apply sunscreen generously 30 minutes
before going outdoors. Take sunscreen with you to
reapply during the day, especially after your child swims
or exercises.
Have a safe and wonderful summer!!!!
Media News
Ms. Harper
The last day to check out library books for students is
Friday, May 30th for all elementary schools in Groton.
Books needed for research will be allowed in June.
Please have your student return all books to the library
by Friday June 13th. Thank you!
Also please have your student read during the summer
months! Information about the Summer Reading
Challenge will be going home soon.
Located at Groton Human
Services
2 Fort Hill Road, Groton
2nd Wednesday EACH Month,
10am – 12 noon
Please Bring Your Own Bags!!
Other (Monthly) Mobile Pantry Sites
Located in New London County
Groton
St. John’s Christian Church
346 Shennecossett Rd
4th Friday – 10am-11am
New London
Thames River Apts
48 Crystal Ave
4th Wednesday – 4pm-5pm
Walls Temple A.M.E. Zion Church
16 Belden St
1st Friday – 5pm-6pm (except July .. 7/1)
Norwich
Norwich Free Academy
305 Broadway
3rd Thursday – 5pm-6pm
Jewett City
St. Mary’s Church
54 North Main St
3rd Wednesday – 3:30pm-5pm
Stonington
Stonington Human Services
166 S Broad St, Pawcatuck
1st Monday – 5pm-6pm
Sprague/Baltic
Sprague Community Ctr
18 West Main St, Baltic
2nd Friday – 2pm-3pm
Taftville
Wequonnoc Family Resource Ctr
155 Providence St
1st Thursday – 5pm-6pm
For additional information, contact
Groton Human Services at 860-441-6760.
Living With Little Lawyers: Don’t Over-Negotiate With Your Child
This article is excerpted from an article by James Lehman, MSW, from Empowering Parents (http://www.empoweringparents.com), a
free online magazine for parents.
If you are a parent who negotiates constantly with your child, you probably feel like you’re living with a little
lawyer who “objects” to every rule and request and wears you down with endless questions and challenges. With some
kids, everything becomes a negotiation, and it starts from the time they get up in the morning until the time they put off
going to bed.
Many parents who over-negotiate with their kids mistakenly think it’s somehow improving their child’s sense of
self-worth. They think they’re letting their child be a little adult and that they’re recognizing them for who they are.
Now, all those things are important, but the way for your child to achieve a sense of self-worth is not by negotiating limits
with you.
So the over-negotiating parent will say, “It’s time to go to bed. It’s 8 o’clock.”
And the child says, “Oh Mom, please, this show’s really important. Can I just stay up until 8:30 tonight? I just
want to watch the end.”
The mom says, “No. You have to go to bed now.”
The child continues to argue. “Oh, please, please. You never let me do anything. Just ten more minutes.”
The mother, tired of negotiating, relents. “Okay, if you promise not to give me a hard time.”
And the child says, “Thanks, Mom. You’re the best.”
The parent goes back and forth with the child when really there was nothing to negotiate here. Also, the more you
give in to negotiating with your child, the more you’re training your child not to accept limits.
Now contrast this with another parent in the same situation, who responds to their child’s pleas with, “No, it’s time
to go to bed. You know the rules. On weeknights, you have to go to bed because it’s important to get enough rest for
school.”
And the child says, “Oh, please, please mom, let me stay up. I’ll get up for school in the morning. It’s okay.”
And the parent says, “No. I’m sorry. You need to go to bed. Now I’m going to shut off the TV and you need to get
going.” You know that parent has set a limit and followed it and given a reason why. This child also tries to negotiate,
but the parent sticks with the limit. That is a good, solid parenting style.
Realize that a lot of the time, there’s nothing to negotiate. Be clear about the rules in your home. “We go to bed at
9 p.m. so we can be ready for school. School is important to us, much more than TV. If you’re doing well in school, that
doesn’t mean you should be able to stay up.” And that is something parents need to realize: if your child’s doing well in
school, don’t stop doing the things that promote good performance, like getting a good night’s sleep. And don’t let your
child negotiate with you based upon their success.
Here’s another way of looking at it. People go to casinos and play slot machines, and they inevitably lose. But they
keep playing because sometimes they win, and sometimes they lose. And because they think, “Today may be my lucky
day and I’ll win.” They’ve been trained by the machine to sit there and keep playing because they think maybe the payoff
is coming.
It’s the same way with kids. Once you let them over-negotiate or wear you down, then your child never knows if
this time he’s going to get lucky. He’s like a gambler. He doesn’t know if he’ll get his way this time or not. And since
he has very little to lose, he thinks, “Why not take a shot?” The truth is, we are the ones who train our kids to do that.
Kids are going to test the limits. That’s their job. What parents forget sometimes is that it’s their job to stand firm.
In some ways, parents confuse negotiating with somehow empowering their child. Allowing your child to negotiate for
things does not empower them. Instead, what empowers them is understanding the limits.
With all the questions parents have about kids who push the limits, it’s the adults who have the power to change the
limit. If you find your child is pushing the limits a lot, that usually means you’ve given them the power to change limits
too many times, and now they’re looking to do it whenever they can. And your child doesn’t know the difference.
Parents say things like, “Why are you doing this to me? I try to be nice to you and look what happens.” They say those
things out of frustration, but the bottom line is that once you start changing the limits, as far as your child is concerned,
there are no limits. Remember, kids are very black and white. Once you give them a gray area, don’t blame them for
trying to get more. That is their nature. That is their developmental level.
Dr. Nancy Anderson, school psychologist at Butler Elementary School, provides consultation to any parent requiring help for
issues related to their child’s educational achievement. You can contact Dr. Anderson at nanderson1@groton.k12.ct.us.