Heading toward Mother's Day is a great time to take a look at Moms who are reaching out with their solutions -- trying to 'make it better' for ALL kids.
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Family Music Month
By Esther Jantzen, guest poster Singing songs with kids is magical! Making music in any way stimulates the brain, brings happiness, and creates a sense of belonging. How about making your house a singing house regardless of how well any of you stay on pitch. Babies, toddlers, preschool children, elementary students, middle-school kids, high-schoolers all love to sing together. When you have time with your kids and want to do something fun, make music in your home. Whenever you get a chance, sing! Here ís what…
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FAMILY READING HOUR
by Esther Jantzen, guest poster It’s great when children read about subjects that really interest them. Their knowledge and vocabulary expand. Kids start to read eagerly when they see their parents reading eagerly. So sit down and enjoy doing that together! Here’s an activity to try: 1) Plan a family time when you make independent reading important (when each person reads something they choose on their own). A weekend evening may work well, or try it on a slow summer day, after a holiday meal, on…
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