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After Christmas, What’s Next?
by Margot F. December 16th, 2024 | Preschool, SocialHoliday Survival Guide for Parents of Infants
by Marnie Bii December 9th, 2024 | Infants/Toddlers, SeasonalHow to Tell Someone You Want to Exchange a Gift
by Sam P. December 2nd, 2024 | Communication, Teen Perspective, TeensTweens Helping Out With Thanksgiving
by T Akery November 25th, 2024 | Tweens
Winter Hair Care Advice for Women and Girls
by Editorial Team November 23rd, 2016| Elementary
Winter can be a season that really puts a lot of stress on hair – especially if you have long hair or you have a daughter who is proud of her long tresses. From detangling after time outside in wet and windy weather through to frizz caused by going from
Dealing with Head Lice in Kids? Read This First!
by Editorial Team November 4th, 2016| Elementary
Head Lice are tiny insects, or parasites, that live in human hair. They feed on our blood and make our heads itch. Head lice are incredibly common in school-age children because of their abilities to spread quickly through head-to-head contact. Any parent with young children knows how frequently they
Here’s How to Find a Safe Trampoline on the American Market
by Editorial Team October 9th, 2016| Elementary
Trampolines have adorned America’s backyards for years, providing an enjoyable source of exercise as well as entertainment for people of all ages. At the same time however, this equipment has also been the target of many safety concerns among both parents and doctors alike. Trampoline related injuries were reported to
Morning Routines: The Elementary Years
by YPI Editors September 22nd, 2016| Elementary, Seasonal
We beg of you, please tell us that there's a morning routine for your elementary aged child. If you haven't created one and your mornings are chaotic and prone to emotional outbursts, it's time to create a routine. More than likely you've heard that children thrive on a schedule. It's
Guiding Behavior With Natural Consequences
by Tania Cowling August 31st, 2016| Behavior, Elementary
As your child’s main teacher, you are a guide helping your youngster develop self-discipline. You must think about goals for your child’s behavior. For me, I wanted my children to make good decisions and be respectful for the feelings of others. I wanted them to learn and continue to use
Biking Safety for Kids
by Joe Lawrence August 24th, 2016| Elementary, Safety
“Stack up one more box, I know I can jump higher than you!†This is something I remember saying often behind the plaza where we used to ride our bikes at as a child. Safety was the last thing on our minds as we had our own version of the
How to Talk to Your Child About the Death of a Loved One
by Editorial Team August 22nd, 2016| Elementary
Experiencing the death of a loved one is extremely difficult for everyone, but it can be especially confusing and scary for a child who does not fully understand what death is, and who does not understand where their loved one went. Talking to your child about the death of a
It’s Time for Back to School Shopping
by Tania Cowling August 17th, 2016| Elementary, Seasonal
Have you ever experienced a “before-school-starts†nightmare to try and find the “coolest†clothes or the most efficient tablet? I have. Hopefully some of these “I've been there†tips will help get your school shopping done somewhat stress-free. It’s all about the planning.
With school bells ringing in August (for others
With school bells ringing in August (for others
Motivating Kids
by Editorial Team August 11th, 2016| Elementary
How to Keep Your Kids Motivated Throughout the School Year
Motivation can be hard to come by sometimes in life. This is especially true with children that are simply trying to make it to the next grade level. You can tell your children all day long that they need to remain
Motivation can be hard to come by sometimes in life. This is especially true with children that are simply trying to make it to the next grade level. You can tell your children all day long that they need to remain
Reversing the Summer Brain Drain
by Tania Cowling August 3rd, 2016| Elementary, School
As we approach a new school year, parents may be wondering if their child is prepped and ready to begin. How much information have they retained? After a long summer vacation, have your children lost one to three months worth of learning? It’s not too late to do some reviewing
How To Choose The Right Dental Clinic For Your Children
by Editorial Team August 2nd, 2016| Elementary
The Importance Of Protecting Your Child's Smile
At a time when self image is everything, protecting your child's smile at its beginning stages is a smart choice. Preventive care can be far less expensive than dental treatments for major work such as root canals or cavity fillings. Your child's primary teeth
At a time when self image is everything, protecting your child's smile at its beginning stages is a smart choice. Preventive care can be far less expensive than dental treatments for major work such as root canals or cavity fillings. Your child's primary teeth
Elementary Kids and the Summer Heat
by Joe Lawrence July 27th, 2016| Elementary, Safety
There is no doubt that kiddos want to be playing outside during the summer. All winter long they are cooped up and can’t wait to explore the outdoors. However, we have to make sure we are cognizant of the heat and the effect it can have on our children.
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