In Simple, Everyday Moments As a mom, I understand how challenging screen time can be. There are plenty of moments when handing over a phone or tablet feels like the easiest option—especially when I need to finish a task or just need a quiet minute. But over time, my husband and I have realized
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Parent Profile: The Lingerfelts
What does it take to work hard and be successful? Bethany and Brandon share simple, meaningful advice kids can use every day. What was working hard like as a kid? Bethany says it meant doing schoolwork, chores, sports, and helping others. “It taught me discipline and gratitude.” Did you
Preschool Readiness Checklist
Before registering, consider whether your child can: ›› Follow simple directions ›› Separate from a caregiver ›› Communicate basic needs ›› Participate in group activities ›› Manage simple routines (snack, clean-up, nap time) Preschool builds these skills—children don’t need to
Preschool Beginnings
Listening, Learning, and Loving Through the Transition It was a good thing I worked with a group of women who had been mothers for a lot longer than I had, and who were kind enough to share guidance, advice and the benefits of their experience with me as I floundered through my first few years of
10 Quirky Kids’ Books you Might’ve Missed (But Shouldn’t!)
Not every great kids’ book comes from a list of classics, and honestly, that’s where some of the magic lives. The stories that stick with kids (and parents) tend to be a little quirky, a little unexpected, and a whole lot of fun. From laugh-out-loud picture books to adventurous chapter book
Valentine’s Day Reading
Happy Valentine’s Day, Charlie Brown! By: Charles Schulz It’s Valentine’s Day, and Charlie Brown needs to find the courage to give a valentine to the Little Red-haired Girl. Happy Valentine’s Day, Spots and Stripes! By: Laurie Friedman It’s Valentine’s Day and Ms. Green is
Get in the Christmas Spirit with Books!
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever By: Barbara Robinson The Best Christmas Pageant Ever follows the outrageous shenanigans of the Herdman siblings, or “the worst kids in the history of the world.” The siblings take over the annual Christmas pageant in the hilarious yet heartwarming tale
Parent Profile: Jerad Shehorn
Photo by Darrin Phegley Tell us a little about yourself (Family, pets, etc.) I was raised in Henderson County and have spent most of my adult life here. I live in Niagara with my wife, Leslie, and our two kids, Tate (10) and Tilly (7). We also have a golden doodle (Riley) and a cat (Poppy). I
Life on the Farm
As a little girl, I always imagined that it would be wonderful to live on a farm. I could picture myself in the wide-open spaces, surrounded by nature and animals. In my imagination, I would rise and shine with the dawn, scattering feed to the chickens that bobbed playfully around the house on my
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Fear It or Accept It Written by Andrea Millay Fall is one of my favorite times of the year. My family and I travel a lot during the fall for sports and to visit family. I, being the control freak of the family, am typically always behind the wheel. Oftentimes on a long drive, while the rest of
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