Turn off the TV—Turn on the Music For Your Kids! Listening to music may make your children smart, according to many child development experts. Dubbed “the Mozart Effect,” thanks to a 1993 study in which college students’ scores on spatial and temporal reasoning problems improved after listening to the music of the famous 18th-century composer,… Read more »
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Ways to Celebrate Spring
Ways to Celebrate Spring The first official day of spring is almost here and we have a few ideas to help you take advantage of the change in season before the hot days of summer set in. Go on a picnic. Pack a picnic and sit outside and soak up the sunshine with your kids…. Read more »
St. Patrick’s Day Kids Activities
St. Patrick’s Day Kids Activities St. Patrick’s Day is coming up on March 17 and it provides a wonderful opportunity to teach your kids about another culture. We have a few tips on how to celebrate in fun and educational ways. Check out a book. You can help your kids understand who St. Patrick really was… Read more »
Get Your Irish on for Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations
Get Your Irish on for Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations Even if you aren’t of Irish heritage, this is a wonderful day to celebrate and learn about the culture. For families St. Patrick’s Day offers a wide range of different options that can easily be adapted for kids of all ages from toddlers through to teens…. Read more »
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Kids
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Kids Valentine’s Day is a fun and sweet holiday for kids that offers multiple opportunities for families to celebrate together. We have a few ideas for you to consider. Create special treats. Festive and heart-themed cookies, cupcakes, and cakes will surely get the little ones excited! Come up with a signature… Read more »
Teaching Children About Dental Health
Teaching Children About Dental Health It’s never too soon to teach your children about the importance of good oral health and get them in to a routine that will carry them throughout their lives. While some children will take to the task at hand easily and without much fuss, everyone learns differently and may take… Read more »
Dental Health Tips for Kids
Dental Health Tips for Kids The development of good dental hygiene is important to everyone, but particularly so for kids. Brushing twice a day is very important and it is also a good idea to make use of cetylpyridinium or chlorhexidine before bedtime. No toothpaste is more effective than another; as long as they are… Read more »
Compassion in Action
Compassion in Action Feelings of compassion can lead your youngster to do nice things for relatives, neighbors, and friends. Consider these ideas for helping your child think about how other people feel and what they need-and encourage them to take action. Talk about it Help your youngster understand the motivation behind kind behavior. First, have… Read more »
Simple and Special Valentines Treats and Presents For Busy Parents
Simple and Special Valentines Treats and Presents For Busy Parents Nothing says “love” better than a homemade gift or treat from your child on Valentine’s Day. Here are a few ideas to help create some handmade gifts and memories with your children: Yarn Heart Cards: Give your kiddos child-safe plastic needles to stitch up some… Read more »
Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day As a parent it is sometimes difficult to plan activities for younger children around some of the historic holidays. It can also be challenging when there are cultural elements to the holiday that you, as a parent, may not be familiar with. As Martin Luther King Jr. Day really… Read more »
