Your child’s first year of life is magical. They go from being entirely dependent on you for movement, food, and everything else to learning to move
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Early Chapter Books to Read to Your Preschooler
Research shows that reading aloud to children helps them grow their vocabularies, master grammar, and develop other important literacy skills. This is
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Frustrated with Forgetfulness: Helping Children Remember Important Things
“I don’t know.” “I forgot.” “I don’t remember.” As a caregiver, you likely hear these phrases on occasion. It isn’t only children who forget, but
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Talking to Children About Community Helpers
It is likely that your child will encounter a police officer or EMT in early life. Hopefully, this experience will not be the result of danger or
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How to Plan a Playdate that Everyone Will Love
Playdates are a lifeline for many parents, giving children the opportunity to play with peers and adults a chance to socialize in a relaxed way while
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Five Ways to Teach Good Manners to Children
“Yes, please.” “No, thank you.” “Excuse me.” All parents want their children to behave appropriately in public. However, it can be challenging to
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Clearing Out the Toy Clutter Before the Holidays
It seems a common problem: no matter how careful you are about buying toys, they begin to take over your home. Whether it’s Duplos scattered around
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Five Ways to Prepare Your Child for a Big Change
Big changes and transitions are difficult for everyone. Whether it’s a move, addition of a new baby, or a new school, children are often especially
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NAEYC: How to Support Approaches to Learning? Play with Them!
As a parent, you want your children to learn all that they can—to grasp math concepts, to be curious about exploring the world, and to learn to read
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NAEYC: Help Your Child Become a Great Problem Solver
Preschoolers who can solve their own problems feel confident and enjoy learning. They are willing to make mistakes and learn from them and keep trying
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