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9 Most Impactful Minutes of Your Child's Day with Conversation Starters

Sep 26, 2021 ● By Truks-N-Trykes

Sponsored Content Are you a busy, working and tired parent whose energy bucket is gone when you get home? Or any kind of parent for that matter! Well, I have some good news. There are a total of 9 minutes during the day that you to set aside for your child. But when are these 9 minutes of one on one conversation starters and why are they so important?

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Why Outdoor Play Benefits Children

Jun 26, 2021 ● By Sioux Falls School District Head Start/Early Childhood Program

Play it safe this summer by keeping these key points in mind. 

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Keep Your Children Active All Summer Long

Jun 26, 2021 ● By Sanford Fit

Summer learning loss varies across age groups and subject matter. Some research suggests that, on the average, children can lose about one month of learning over the summer. Enjoy your summer and encourage your child’s learning and physical activity with these fun outdoor activities.

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Children and the “I’m Bored!” Plea

Jun 26, 2021 ● By Sanford Fit

Do you cringe when you hear your child say the words “I’m bored!”? Many parents do. Being bored is actually good for children and it is best if a parent isn’t always the one finding the solution to quiet the “I’m bored!” plea.

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Snow Day, Snow Play!

Jan 24, 2021 ● By Lifescape, Megan Johnke, OTD, OTR/L, LifeScape

Living in the upper Midwest, we usually get our fair share of snow. While a snow day is great for hot chocolate, movies, and blowing the dust off a board game or two, it can also serve as a great medium for sensory play and learning activities.

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Family Fall Bingo-FREE PRINTABLE

Sep 23, 2020 ● By The Hood Magazine

Enjoy time together this season. See how many squares you can cross off of our Fall Bingo board.

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Encouraging Infant Development

Aug 31, 2020 ● By Jessyca Conaway, MS, OTR/L, Lifescape

Many questions arise during the months spent preparing for the arrival of a new baby. As a new parent, you may wonder how you can best support your newborn’s development, while also nourishing your mutual bond. Luckily, there are many activities you can use to promote motor skills, socialization, and emotional regulation with your bundle of joy.

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Play + Therapy

Apr 29, 2019 ● By The Hood Magazine

Play for children involves much more than enjoyment. It is the way in which they act out their emotions, test their ability to be successful, or experience defeat. Most importantly, it is the way they learn how to navigate the world and interact with others. It promotes the development of cognitive reasoning, emotional regulation, physical endurance, and social interaction. In other words, play is essential to the healthy development of all children.

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The Benefits of Play

Oct 27, 2014 ● By Hood Magazine

Playing can benefit all children.

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Scooby Doo! Live: Musical Mysteries

Mar 10, 2014 ● By Anonymous

SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES is sure to leave you on the edge of your seats! Is the gang in over their heads this time?

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How to Make the Most of Fun Family Time in the Fall

Oct 19, 2013 ● By Hood Magazine

This simple way to plan your fall activities serves as a reminder to have fun in the midst of chaotic fall schedules.

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