10 Tips to Get Kids Involved in Gardening Gardening is a wonderful way to connect kids with nature, teach them responsibility, and spark curiosity about how things grow. Whether you have a backyard garden, flower pots on your front porch, or just a sunny windowsill, involving children in
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Reading With Dad Llama Llama Daddy’s Day By: Anna Dewdney Llama Llama helps Nelly Gnu make the perfect Father’s Day gift for Daddy Gnu! Your little llamas will love relating to their favorite picture book character as he faces new and challenging situations. Hop on
Parent Profile: Jordan and Callie Cessna
Photo by Darrin Phegley Tell us a little about yourself (family, pets, etc) My name is Jordan Cessna, and I have been married to my wife, Callie, for 7 years. We have a precious 2-year-old daughter, Elle, and a chocolate labradoodle named Bulleit. Our family faithfully attends
Spring Cleaning Made Easy and FUN for Kids
Spring cleaning can be a big task for many households, but finding ways to work together as a family and get the kids involved not only cuts the time in half but also teaches kids about responsibility, organization and working hard. Sometimes kids will want to help parents out with tasks that
School Break Road Trips
Mess and Screen Free Activities for Kids Whether you are headed somewhere this spring break, or maybe over summer break, a long road trip with kids can seem like forever when they become bored, tired and ready to be out of the vehicle. But - there are ways to pass the time and keep the kids
Read with Mom For Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day By: Anne Rockwell The students in Mrs. Madoff’s class shares how they will celebrate Mother’s Day with their families. Mother’s Day Surprise By: Stephen Krensky After watching the other animals make Mother’s Day gifts, Violet the snake tries hard
Parent Profile: Megan Septer
Megan is a registered nurse with Deaconess and a teacher at First Kids Preschool. For the Kids Takeover issue, her two kids - Wyatt and Carter - are taking over and answering questions about their mom! How old are you? W: 8 years old. C: 5….no I’m 15. Just kidding. What is
Hydration Hacks
Proper hydration is essential for children's health, particularly during the school year when they are active and focused on learning. Here are some practical tips to ensure your child drinks enough water throughout the day. Make Water Accessible Ensure that your child always has access to
Re-Charge Your Winter Routine
As winter settles in and the world transforms under a blanket of snow, the pursuit of family wellness takes on a special significance. Beyond the usual advice, here are five distinctive tips to infuse joy, mindfulness, and variety into your family's winter routine. From a family wellness challenge
Fall in Love with Reading
Count to Sleep Valentine’s Day By: Adam Gamble Young Valentines will jump for joy as they count their way through Valentine’s Day. This delightful book features Valentine’s Day cards, chocolates, heart-shaped cakes and cookies, writing love poems and notes, painting hearts, decorating
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