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Do you have any ideas for games my kids can play outdoors?
With summer approaching, encourage your children to get outdoors and stay active. It’s good for their health and for their mood! Have them try these silly exercises to have fun while staying fit. Silly Time Pretend you are a clock.Your … Continue reading
Limit Screen Time
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, excessive media use can lead to attention problems, school difficulties, sleeping and eating disorders, and obesity. In addition, the internet and cell phones can provide platforms for illicit and risky behaviors. These concerns … Continue reading
The Adventures of Little BK: Book 1 by BK Fulton
Author BK Fulton has had many adventures and earned a lot of awards as a filmmaker, philanthropist and entrepreneur. Now he is the author of a seven-book series of children’s books based on his life experiences. The first book tells … Continue reading
How do I get my child to do more reading?
Good question! Research shows that the more kids read, the better they read. So it is a great idea to look for ways to get your child reading more. Here are a few ideas: 1. Write short notes for your … Continue reading
Read Across America
The National Education Association celebrates and encourages reading in its Year-Round Read Across America project. Below is an idea to engage your child’s interest in a new book—and to initiate a conversation about first impressions. Beyond the Book Cover It … Continue reading
2020 “Everyone Counts!” Story and Activity Book
This playful, activity-filled book explains the 2020 Census and the importance of counting everyone. This printable book is available in English and Spanish. You can get it for FREE here. America’s founders recognized that this information was needed to effectively … Continue reading
Raising a Healthy and Responsible Digital Citizen
Experts agree that the time children spend on digital devices should be limited. At the same time, all kids need access to quality technology to thrive in a rapidly changing digital world. So, how do you help your child use … Continue reading
How do I help my child expand their vocabulary?
A child might be able to pronounce a word, but not know what it means. Helping your child expand their vocabulary is very important to improving reading comprehension. Beginning readers must know the meaning of words before they can understand … Continue reading
Doing Good Does Kids Good
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?’” Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the King holiday to serve their local … Continue reading
How can I motivate my child to do homework?
After a full day of learning, students look forward to after school fun and may resist homework assignments. However, homework is part of being a student! Practicing skills at home reinforces “beyond-the-classroom” learning, develops independent study habits, and helps build … Continue reading
