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Shared book-reading: Start young and read often
Published on September 12, 2012
Reading aloud to young children is one of the most effective early literacy strategies available to preschool educators and families. -
September is Child Passenger Safety month
Published on September 12, 2012
Many parents don’t realize the risks they take when they head out the door each day. Review these top ten tips to see if your children are riding safely! -
Childhood pretend play builds critical skills for later years
Published on September 10, 2012
Every area of development – physical, cognitive, communication and social/emotional – can be enhanced when children engage in pretend play or make-believe. -
Tips for developing self-esteem in children
Published on September 7, 2012
Self-esteem is imperative to a child’s success; explore these suggestions for easy ways to build self-esteem in your children. -
Remembering, not reliving, the past: Strategies to talk with children about 9/11
Published on September 7, 2012
September 11, 2001 greatly affected America. As we approach the eleventh anniversary of the terrorist acts, learn strategies to talk to youth in an appropriate way. -
Social networking: Safeguarding teens
Published on September 7, 2012
Today, more than ever, young people are spending time in online social networks. Explore advice for parents on keeping their kids safe online. -
Separation anxiety: Strategies for coping
Published on August 30, 2012
Children will likely struggle to say good-bye to parents and caregivers for the first time; explore some strategies to help them cope. -
Work in partnership with youth to address bullying
Published on August 29, 2012
As schools and communities gear up to address issues of bullying, adults are encouraged to involve youth as partners in these efforts. Don’t let adultism create barriers to your anti-bullying efforts! -
Health officials remind fairgoers to take H3N2v precautions
Published on August 28, 2012
The CDC suggests simple steps for persons having contact with swine at county fairs to prevent spread of H3N2v virus, commonly known as “swine flu.” -
Recent study correlates child maltreatment with financial struggles
Published on August 28, 2012
Learn more about how the current economy’s financial difficulties can negatively affect family dynamics, safety and well-being.