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How to Help your Child Communicate Better at Every Stage

by Joy Turner

From the beginning, our interactions with our children are teaching them how to express their wants and needs to eventually become independent human beings.

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17 Books to Read on Cozy Hygge Nights

by ParentCo.

The best winter reads by authors from Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Finland. This quality children's literature can be enjoyed by readers of all ages.

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Kid Made Recipe: No Bake Cinnamon Ornaments

by ParentCo.

Here’s an easy and inexpensive holiday craft that kids of all ages can make - Cinnamon Ornaments! Gather just a few ingredients, a few cookie cutters, and ribbon or string and get ready to roll.

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4 Activities that Will Teach your Child Kindness

by Joy Turner

Kindness does not always come naturally—especially to little ones who are just beginning to develop. It’s up to us parents to nudge them in the right direction.

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Fantastic Winter Books for Kids of All Ages

by Peter K

We find ourselves in the days when the holiday hustle and bustle is behind us but spring feels like it will never arrive.

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5 Fun Toys That Will Teach Your Kids To Code

by ParentCo.

When kids learn how to code they also learn important life skills like how to communicate and solve problems. For parents, the question is where to start. Here are 5 answers.

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Short-sightedness is epidemic. The solution? Teach kids outside.

by ParentCo.

Short-sightedness is epidemic for modern kids. It's tempting to blame screen time, but the problem really lies in the spaces where they live and learn.

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Devices May Be Making Our Children Smarter, but Is There a Catch?

Devices May Be Making Our Children Smarter, but Is There a Catch?

by ParentCo.

Technology has expanded our brain function. But does it lead to improvement in complex life skills, such as problem solving and planning?

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From Twilight Sleep to Push Presents: How Birth Has Changed Through the Decades

by ParentCo.

Since the dawn of time, the process of birth has evolved. But no period in history has seen such monumental change as we have in the last several decades.

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Why I'm Not Teaching My Four-Year-Old to Read

by ParentCo.

Play is the not the only valuable currency in childhood, but an early push toward academics may not have the desired outcome.

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15 Kid's Books That Celebrate Immigration

by ParentCo.

In honor of such a monumental move, here are 15 books to help your child grasp what it means to arrive in a new land.

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Helping Children Access the Rich Cultural Heritage of Immigration Through Literature

by ParentCo.

Libraries are full of wonderful books which can open doors to understanding other people who have different experiences and perspectives from our own.

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Teaching your Child Gratitude through Teacher Appreciation

by Joy Turner

Here's how to instill gratitude in your children and teach them how to express appreciation for their teachers. Plus, songs and stories to inspire both of you.

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7 Kids' Books For Celebrating All the Winter Holidays

by ParentCo.

There is so much to celebrate. These seven children’s books will help you bring that magic home to your kids during the holiday season and cooler months of the year.

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How to Help your Child Navigate Big Feelings

by Joy Turner

As parents, it's not our job to make our children’s emotions go away, even if we wish for that superpower during tantrums. Here's how to help our kids with feelings.

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Kid Made Recipe: Pumpkin Fudge

by ParentCo.

Pumpkin spice season is in full swing! These treats are full of fall flavor, have only five ingredients, and are super easy for kiddos to make.

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4 Social Qualities to Help your Kids Become Good Friends

by Joy Turner

Show the four traits of friendship - cooperation, respect, sharing and attentiveness - towards others and your children. Your kids will learn to do the same.

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5 Ways To Share Día De Los Muertos With Your Kids

by ParentCo.

Orange marigold petals spatter like drops of sunshine on the pavement. The smell of empanadas and fresh citrus fills homes. Dia de Los Muertos is easy to love.

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How to Help your Children with the Back-to-School Transition

by Joy Turner

How do you manage the back-to-school butterflies and ensure that your child is prepared for new faces? Here are three tips to set your children up for success.

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10 Reasons to Consider Preschool if You're on the Fence

by ParentCo.

Preschool infuses your little one's day with a whole new world of interesting activities, plus new people to connect with and enjoy. Plus, more great reasons!

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Ask These 5 Questions To Determine Kindergarten Readiness

by ParentCo.

As their parent, you know best.

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Help your Preschooler Build Confidence Through Positive Self-Talk

by Joy Turner

Practice positive self-talk—teach your kids confidence and train them to be optimistic. Our children learn from the way we speak to ourselves.

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Books To Help Children (And Adults) Understand What It Means To Be Transgender

by ParentCo.

These five books will take away the cloud of fear or confusion and empower you to make gender an everyday discussion.

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How to Instill Positive Leadership Values from a Young Age

by Joy Turner

As parents and educators, we can model and encourage certain behaviors to develop children into kind, impactful, example-setting humans. Here's where to start.

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