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How to Make Reading Fun for Kids

Reading helps children develop essential skills and knowledge, but it also has far-reaching benefits for health, behavior, and even income as adults. Reading for pleasure can have a positive impact on your child's academic performance and increase…
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How to Keep Kids Safe on Halloween

There are good scares and bad scares on Halloween. Many people love the thrill of walking through a haunted house unsure of what’s lurking around the corner! But the thought of losing your little one in that haunted house is the scariest thing…
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Family Fun Fall Activities at Home

Family fun fall activities at home keep the whole family entertained – and you don’t even have to get the kids all packed up in the car! Fall is a great time of year for family fun. The weather is perfect for exciting outdoor games and…
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Creating a Family Plan for Severe Weather Emergencies

You can’t predict a severe weather emergency, so preparing for one is your best line of defense. Below, we will detail the basics of a family preparedness plan that considers a scenario in which your family is not together. For example, you…
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How to Choose a Quality Early Education Center

A quality early education center will provide everything your child needs for healthy development. Children’s brains develop more during the first five years of life than at any other point in life. They develop the fundamentals for learning,…
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Tips for a Smooth Morning Drop-Off

Back-to-school season means getting back into your morning drop-off routine! Whether this is a brand-new experience or something your little one is familiar with, the first few weeks of school can be a difficult adjustment. Fortunately, kids…
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How to Create a Healthy Sleep Routine for Kids

A healthy sleep routine for kids will help them fall asleep faster, sleep through the night, and wake up ready to have a great day. Most importantly, developing healthy sleeping habits early will set your child up for success later in life.…
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The History of Grandparents Day

The history of Grandparents Day is a testament to the importance of fighting for what you believe in. What started with President Nixon denying a request ended with a proclamation signed by President Carter. Grandparents Day always falls…
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Cooking with your Kids

Cooking with your kids can be an incredible experience. It’s more than just giving your little one something to do – family time in the kitchen is a wonderful opportunity for bonding, learning, and growing. Getting your kids involved…
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Encouraging Independence in Toddlers

Encouraging independence in toddlers is good for their development. You might want your baby to stay young forever, but it’s important to let them grow and let them go when they show signs that they’re ready! For example, it might feel…