http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/-t1.htm Get them involved! Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:00:15 GMT 10 http://i490.photobucket.com/albums/rr269/canvas_of_flesh/RPWbanner.jpg http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/-t1.htm http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/bring-them-along-t5.htm Admin So you and the family know what to look for in a new pet. Consider bringing them along to scope out the possibilities. Take a moment before you enter the premises to remind the younger ones that you're not in a petting zoo, and sometimes it isn't a good idea to touch. Remind them to always ask a grown-up in charge before they approach any pet. And above all, remind them that whining and crying will not be tolerated. Do not be swayed by teary eyes and pouty lips. A pet is a commitment. You wouldn't ... Got Kids? Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:00:15 GMT http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/bring-them-along-t5.htm#5 http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/bring-them-along-t5.htm http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/seperate-the-responsibilities-t4.htm Admin Whether you're still contemplating a pet or preparing to purchase one, I'm sure the word "responsibilities" has popped up on more than one occasion. A pet is a great responsibility, and oftentimes a gateway to teach children about the bigger picture; Life, death, companionship, and caring for something that cannot care for itself. Not the mention the wonders of a clean environment No matter how many family members there are, even if you're a solo pet parent, there's always a way ... Got Kids? Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:59:11 GMT http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/seperate-the-responsibilities-t4.htm#4 http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/seperate-the-responsibilities-t4.htm http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/making-a-game-out-of-research-t3.htm Admin Make a trip to the local library. Not only is this a great way to get your kids to read, it's also an opportunity to find out everything about your pet. Even the children who can't read can find a children's book with animals and see what's around the pet ("Look! That dog is wearing a collar with his name on it! This kitty likes to sleep up high during the day! The hamster is running on a wheel!") Send everyone forth to find a book about your pet. Encyclopedias are great, but you ... Got Kids? Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:58:00 GMT http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/making-a-game-out-of-research-t3.htm#3 http://rainbowpetworld.forumotion.net/got-kids-f2/making-a-game-out-of-research-t3.htm