Still the leader in early
learning programs for children zero to five, Gymboree (Nasdaq: GYMB) launched
its new Gymboree Learning Program based upon the Gymboree Learning
Continuum -- a developmental grouping in six-month increments through which
children progress as they grow."
The new Gymboree Learning Program includes the classes that have been
popular with parents for decades, plus an expanded class offering for toddlers
and pre-school aged children -- classes include Fitness Fun, Global Kids , Yoga
Fun, Art, Music, Baby Signs and Mommy and Baby Fitness.

About Gymboree Play + Music:
Gymboree Play + Music(R) offers children ages newborn to 5 years the
opportunity to explore , learn, play and have fun in an innovative parent-child
program.

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The issue, according to 80% of the preschool teachers surveyed, is that
parents need support and guidance when it comes to learning how their children
develop, and are overemphasizing scholastic skills versus social development . Examples include playgroups, parent-child development classes
and play dates.
To find out about the new Gymboree Learning Program or to find a location and
register for classes, parents can visit http://www.gymboree.
Columbus, Ohio-based Safelite Group is a leading provider of auto glass
products and services and property and casualty claims management solutions.

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In fact, parents who focus too much on
academic and technical skills like number and letter recognition in
preschool -aged children may inadvertently be overlooking the fundamental
building blocks toddlers need to get along with others and do well in school,
according to a national survey of 350 preschool teachers conducted by Horizon
Research Corporation.

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"In today's competitive world, parents feel pressured to push
their children to get an early jump-start on academic skills," said family
therapist and parent educator Sheri Glucoft Wong.black@mslpr. COLUMBUS, Ohio, Columbus, Ohio-based Safelite
Group , the parent company of Safelite AutoGlass, announces a donation to the
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio to support a new Ronald
McDonald House, a home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children
at local hospitals.
Safelite is contributing $50,000 to cover the costs of two rooms in the
newly completed 55,000-square-foot house, which is scheduled to receive its
first guests this Sunday, March 13.

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As of
October 1, 2005, The Gymboree Corporation operated a total of 655 stores:
577 Gymboree(R) retail stores (549 in the United States and 28 in Canada),
62 Janie and Jack(R) retail shops and 16 Janeville(R) stores in the United
States. The Gymboree Corporation also operates online stores at
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The new Ronald McDonald House will provide accommodations for 37 families with
the potential to add 50 rooms in the future.

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Due to space limitations at the current 28-room house, Ronald McDonald
House Charities has been forced to turn families away on a consistent basis.

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Since its founding, Gymboree's philosophy has been to focus on the whole
child to encourage physical, cognitive and social/emotional skills in a
nurturing and fun environment .
"Gymboree is not about pushing kids to be exceptional or advanced, it's
about helping kids get the most out of where they are," said Glucoft Wong. For a location near you, call 1-866-349-GROW , or visit
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"Supporting the new Ronald McDonald House is a great opportunity for
Safelite to give back to the Central Ohio community that has given so much to
us," said Tom Feeney, Safelite Group's executive vice president + chief client
officer , as well a member of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central
Ohio Board of Trustees.

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1-866-349-GROW. There will be a public
open house on Saturday, March 12.

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The teachers surveyed also said that societal pressures have undoubtedly
influenced parents' thinking and behavior as it relates to the development of
their children.
Parents looking for suggestions on how best to prepare their children for
preschool are encouraged to visit one of the 500 Gymboree locations worldwide.

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Plus, parents feel comfortable to let their child explore
new activities in a community in which they feel safe. "We hope our contribution can play some small role in
easing the burden of families when a child is hospitalized. The new house is scheduled to be
unveiled during a donor event this Thursday, March 10.

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Teachers indicated that parents who support their children's verbal
communications, ability to follow directions and participate in group
activities will help their children get the most out of preschool and will
help cut down on behavioral problems inside the classroom and out. "This survey demonstrates
that parents can have a more important influence on their young children's
eventual school success by supporting basic social and character development
and by providing them with opportunities to play and learn in cooperation with
others. The program's benefits are that children
become engaged and active learners, and are exposed to important social
interactions and activities such as sharing and exploring with other children
of the same age.janieandjack.

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The two rooms sponsored by Safelite are
the Teen Room and the Family Laundry Room. Please call the Ronald McDonald House at
(614) 258-8433 for open house details.com .

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The new program allows teachers to focus on
the specific developmental milestones for each age group, and provides parents
needed support and guidance related to the development of their children.
"Gymboree programs are one way that kids can feel seen and appreciated for
their own creative expression and also understand what it means to be doing
that in a setting where other kids are doing the same. auto glass wholesaler, and Safelite
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Teachers recommend the best method for teaching children of preschool age
the necessary social skills is to expose them to settings where there are
other children.
"Children need to know two things to feel good about themselves and to get
along in the world: that they are unique and special, and that they are just
like everybody else.gymboree.com

Safelite Group is the parent company of Safelite AutoGlass, the nation's
largest provider of auto glass repair and replacement services, Safelite
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Gymboree: A Solution for Socialization, Parental Support
For 30 years , parents have trusted Gymboree Play + Music -- the pioneer of
the parent-child play program industry -- to provide a warm community where
they can encourage their child's development.

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"Each level of the program is designed to let kids express themselves and
to explore the full range of their stage of development," said Glucoft Wong. Our classes were developed by early childhood experts and include an
array of early learning choices that encompass physical, cognitive and social
skill development. Gymboree is the pioneer and worldwide leader of
interactive parent-child early learning programs and has more than 500 sites
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