Q: Just as the joker has the freedom to tell jokes, you have the freedom to protest and discuss consequences. Take a deep breath, excuse yourself to the restroom if need be, and compose yourself. Then state the problem as clearly and politely as possible. For jokes about inappropriate subjects, you can tell the Joker, "please don't joke about that; it's kind of a sensitive topic for me." Understand that your intentions may be misunderstood as well, so be careful of engaging in potentially hurtful teasing. Model the type of behavior you'd like others to adopt. If you aren't sure how to engage in humor without possibly offending others, try making fun of yourself. Self-depricating humor actually helps to put others at ease and reduces tension. If the tone of banter has gotten too negative or abusive, pause the dialogue. Explain you feel the interaction is headed in a problematic direction and propose rules to right course. You can suggest topics to be off limit and even establish consequences for violating the terms of the parley. Making a game of setting rules will change the direction of the conversation without dragging down the intended tone.
A: Calmly express hurt feelings. Don't participate in mean spirited teasing of others. Call a parley to discuss what topic are appropriate for joking.

Q: Sure, the bike outing is a family activity but at this moment, your toddler is the biggest concern. To keep the outing fun for everyone, let the toddler help decide where you are going or how long you will be riding. Know your child's limits and honor them. There will always be time for other bike rides. No one is going to enjoy biking with a sobbing toddler who just wants to get out of the seat he is stuck in. Some toddlers are happy with an open ended bike ride that just meanders around a quiet park or the neighborhood. Some are happier when there is a destination in mind. You could ride your bike to the park to see the ducks in the little pond. You could ride to the little ice cream place for treats after dinner. These could quickly become specific requests from your toddler. Start with short trips, letting your child get used to the seat or trailer and the sensation of wearing the helmet and then work up to slightly longer trips as your child gets more comfortable with the idea. Accept that some children will never love the bike seat or the trailer if that is the case. Eventually your toddler will become an older child who can ride his own bike with the family and you can plan these outings then.
A: Let your toddler dictate the duration of the bike ride. Allow your toddler to choose a destination. Build up to longer bike rides as your toddler adjusts.

Q: While this is not necessarily 'playing', it is a great way to spend quality time with your gecko. Let your gecko get comfortable by sitting in its favorite warm spot on your body, and then settle in to watch a movie. Some leopard gecko owners have noticed that their geckos stare at the screen. Others will just fall asleep in a warm spot. Make sure the sound is not too loud though as it can startle and stress your gecko.
A: Watch a movie with your gecko.

Q: You can gain the necessary experience to work with children by babysitting, tutoring, and by working at a day care or as an assistant in a preschool program. Offer to babysit or tutor friends', family members', or neighbors' children. You can also find babysitting and tutoring jobs through Internet job sites, like Craigslist or Indeed. Try contacting schools in your area to see if tutoring opportunities are available. Preschool programs usually require teaching assistants to have either an associate's degree, or be in the process of completing a bachelor's degree. Apply for jobs at public, private, and charter schools. Make sure to check the qualifications before you apply. Most public schools and charter schools require teachers to hold a bachelor's degree and have the CDA certificate. On the other hand, private schools may only require you to have an associate's degree, as well as certification. Attend back-to-school job fairs for pre-k and elementary school teachers. You can search for local job fairs by visiting your local school district office, or by visiting school's websites. School websites sometimes post job openings and dates for upcoming job fairs. You can also contact your local chamber of commerce to obtain a list of preschools in your area. You can also visit the websites of the biggest companies in your city. These companies sometimes offer daycare facilities to their employees, and may have job openings. Monster, Indeed, and Glassdoor are just a few examples of websites that regularly post preschool teaching jobs. You can also register with an employment agency that specializes in finding jobs for people in the educational sector, for example Earlychildhoodteacher.org. Write a two to three sentence personal summary at the top of your resume that briefly outlines who you are, your experience, and your goals. The next section should outline your academic qualifications, i.e., your degrees and certifications. Then, state each employer with a list that outlines your duties and responsibilities. After your work experience section, list key skills and competencies, like communication skills, creativity, organizational skills, and patience, for example. Ask for recommendations from previous jobs. Ask the parents of children you have either babysat or tutored for a personal recommendation. You can also ask the head teacher or leader of a daycare program or preschool you worked at for a professional recommendation. Common questions that an interviewer might ask are: "Can you tell me about yourself?" "If I were to walk into your classroom during a math or reading activity, what would I see?" "What are some of your positive guidance strategies?" "How will you communicate with families? and "What makes you the best candidate?" Write-up and memorize your answers to these questions, then practice in front of the mirror. Some interviews might have multiple rounds. If you are called in for a second interview, you might have to demonstrate how you work with children, or come up with a sample lesson plan.
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Obtain relevant work experience. Know your options. Attend job fairs. Explore job agency websites. Create a resume. Be ready for an interview.