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Teaching Kids About Australia Day (January 26)

Celebrating holidays native to other countries is a great way to teach kids about different cultures! On January 26th, the “Land Down Under” celebrates Australia Day – the day 11 ships from England sailed into Botany Bay and established…
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Fun Science Experiments to do with Toddlers at Home

Early experiences with science can help children develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills while also instilling an appreciation for the world around them. There’s no better way to get your toddler interested in science…
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Setting New Year Goals with Children

One of the most rewarding parts of being a parent is watching your kids grow up and learn to become who they are. Teaching your child how to set goals will help them decide what’s important to them, so they can achieve their goals and become…
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Teaching Children about Holidays

Teaching young children about the holidays can be a fun and rewarding experience for both parent and child. Learning about different religions, cultures, and holidays celebrated around the world is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate and respect…
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Helping your children work through sibling conflicts

Whether it's answering the question of whose turn it is to use a toy or who gets to be first out the door, conflict among siblings is inevitable! It can be frustrating for both children and parents, but it’s a completely normal part of raising…
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How to make handwashing fun

Handwashing is one of the most important things you can do to protect your child's health, but it can be challenging to get kids to wash their hands as often as they should. Some little ones might have trouble remembering to wash after using…
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Importance of Dental Hygiene

Teaching good dental hygiene can help kids develop healthy habits that benefit them through adulthood! Learning how to brush, floss, and use mouthwash properly will help your child avoid costly, painful, and potentially long-term effects. Poor…
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Free Holiday Fun at Home Ideas

The holiday season can be an expensive time of the year. Between gifts, dinners, parties, and decorations, the bills really start to add up! With a little creativity, you can still have fun with your family at home without breaking the bank. Here…
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How to Help Children Learn from Mistakes

Teaching children to learn from mistakes is an important part of their development. It's also one of the best ways to help them avoid making the same mistakes in the future! The key is to teach your child how to evaluate his mistakes and reflect…
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Cultivating Imagination in Children

Imagination is one of the most important qualities to cultivate in children. It allows us to think beyond what we see, create new ideas and concepts, explore new worlds, and dream about our future. Without imagination, we'd have no art, no music,…