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What makes a kids’ book worth reading?
By Jenna Shaver Not all children’s books are created equally.Most likely we’ve all heard from all corners of our world how important it is to read to children. We’ve browsed our local bookstore or received books as gifts that we’ve later seen our children thumbing through at quiet times. Special moments, indeed.As a Montessori teacher,…
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Are you ready?
Emergency preparedness for families
By Sarah Lyons Are you prepared if a disaster strikes? It isn’t my favorite question to consider, but with children in the house it is good to ensure that my family is ready if fire, inclement weather, or worse affects our home and safety. How do you begin to prepare for the unexpected? Start with…
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Daylight saving time
Get your family ready for the change
By Cara Johnson-Bader Daylight saving time is just around the corner on March 12. We know that the time change can wreak havoc on the sleep schedule for parents and their children. Use the following tried-and-true tips to help you and your child experience a smooth transition during the time change. The teachers at New…
Read MoreTry a reframe, When saying ‘no’ means saying ‘yes’
By Macaile Hutt I recently had a conversation with a co-worker about how difficult it is for him to say “no.” He noted that even in the moments he is strong enough to say no, he ends up ruminating over the fact that he might have disappointed someone or should have just said yes in…
Read MoreSome handy tips, Ease your child’s transition into childcare
By Cara Johnson-Bader The first day of childcare is a big milestone for both you and your child. You may feel excited and nervous, and so may your little one. Preparation is the key to a smooth transition for both of you. Here are a few tips from the teachers at New Horizon Academy to…
Read MoreA lack of connection, The effect of media on children
By Sandy McDaniel If you want to learn something, you repeat it several times so your brain will store that information. If that is true, what do you think might be the result of a child watching violence repeatedly? Of grave concern to me because a major part of my life is to care about…
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When it’s time
Tried-and-true potty training tips
By Cara Johnson-Bader The parenting journey is full of questions, firsts, and sometimes frustrations. Using the potty-training tips below can assist you in avoiding some common frustrations.As you read the potty-training tips, keep in mind some children are ready to potty train between the ages of 18 and 24 months; however, every child is different,…
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Toys & objects
Using playtime to teach new skills
Article written and submitted by Kyo Structuring playtime with toys and objectsLetting your child initiate and direct play helps them to connect with you and other family members. To get started, watch your child as they approach a shelf or other area that has several toys. Which toy or other object do they reach for?…
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Hope for the holidays
Handling the myriad of seasonal feelings
By Macaile Hutt The holiday season is upon us, as many radio stations, store aisles, and advertisements will endlessly remind you as you do your best to navigate your week. While this time of year can be a really positive and uplifting time for some, it can also be a time filled with heaviness, grief,…
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Helping your child navigate school
By Sandy McDaniel School is off and running – are your children keeping up? As a former elementary schoolteacher, I will tell you that it is critical that a child does not get lost in the beginning of the year. Attitude is half the battle! If a child gets discouraged, they will give up on…
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