As the Thanksgiving season approaches, it’s a great time to pause, contemplate and express gratitude for the blessings that enhance our lives. Gratitude is not a natural instinct, though. Little ones have to learn how to express it!
Research shows having gratitude is not just important to your family’s values, it also has health benefits— including less stress, better sleep, improved optimism, better relationships and less reported anxiety and depression.
If a fire started in your home tonight, would your family know exactly what to do? October is National Fire Prevention Month so it’s the perfect time to ensure the answer to that question is “yes.”
Keeping your family safe from fire starts with a plan that includes everyone, especially your children. In the event of an emergency, young children can become easily frightened and may instinctively hide in closets or under beds. By introducing a fire safety plan, you can give your kids the confidence and knowledge they need to act quickly and stay safe.
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The secret to boosting your baby’s future math, reading and language skills is already sitting in your favorite music playlist. Whether you’re listening to the throwback hits of Britney Spears or turning on the rhymes and rhythms of Sesame Street, any kind of music helps your child’s brain develop—even if it’s a silly song about gummy bears.
Music acts like brain superfood for babies, shaping how your child learns, talks and connects with the world. You don’t need a perfect singing voice to make a difference—just a little rhythm during your daily routine. Read on for more benefits.
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The best part of a post-stormy sky is the rainbow that can appear in the distance. From viral videos to children’s cereal brands, rainbows always capture our attention. Now, you can turn this colorful favorite to life with a hands-on rainbow plate craft!
Going back to school is an exciting and anxious time for both kids and parents! Big changes are hard for anyone, but they can be especially difficult for little ones. Here are six things to do the week before school officially starts to help the back-to-school chaos feel manageable.
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Do you know an early childhood educator or local early childhood leader who is making a difference in the lives of young children and families? If so, nominate them for one of two honors 4C for Children awards at the annual Leadership and Early Childhood Conference on Oct. 23-24, 2026, at the Sharonville Convention Center. The deadline for submitting nominations is Aug. 28.
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Cooking and baking with your child is a great way to teach them about about math, help improve fine motor skills and increase confidence. This is a life-long skill that you can start early with your toddler or preschooler.
Welcome to the toddler years, where life is a beautiful, loud and an entirely unpredictable rollercoaster. One minute your tiny human is wrapping you in the sweetest, melt-your-heart hug, and the next they are face-down on the floor because their banana accidentally snapped in half.
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Summer vacation is meant to be carefree — a break from the structure and routine of the school year for children. For families, however, it can often feel more chaotic than relaxing. While planning fun summer activities may seem simple, many busy families struggle to fit daily exercise and outdoor play into an already packed schedule.
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