DiscussionHow can I help my toddler have fun on Halloween?
Older children and adolescents may enjoy the ghoulish aspects of Halloween, but your toddler may find them frightening. Young children may prefer celebrations and traditions that emphasize the harvest season such as a visit to a pumpkin farm with corn mazes or hay rides.
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My son loves to paint but always makes a huge mess. Any tips?
Messy (or sensory) play is a fun and interesting way for children to explore and learn about the world around them, but for parents it is just so, well messy! Here are a few ways to minimize the mess. The first is to choose a location that is easy to clean up such as the kitchen, bathtub, driveway, or backyard. Lay a vinyl shower curta...
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As summer vacation is approaching, I'm wanting to know of a schedule/routine that would be good for my 3 year old to keep him learning like he is in preschool.
Preschool schedules will vary depending on the type of preschool you choose. Most preschools follow a routine that provides structure and predictably, while programming in plenty of time for free play and independent discovery.
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Another day of no preschool. Ideas for outdoor activities with my son?
Take advantage of your son’s natural curiosity, and provide him with plenty of experiences to explore nature using all of his senses. For example, go for a nature walk and let your son have fun navigating his way through rocks, mud, tree branches and roots.
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Our 3-year-old son has no concept of time. He cannot separate what we did six months ago, last week, or just before nap time.
At 3 years of age, children do not have a true understanding of what a day, week, or month is. In fact, children do not truly understand the concept of time until the first or second grade.
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How can I stop my son from waking me up at 5am every morning
One of the most difficult parts of parenting is the lack of sleep. I can definitely relate to having an early riser—no matter what time I put my son to bed at night, he’s up at the crack of dawn every morning.
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How can I keep my son entertained on a long family road trip?
There are a number of fun games and toys to keep your son entertained and the number of times you hear “Are we there yet?” to a minimum.
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Is it better to give my child rest now or work on school skills?
A great way for children to practice school skills throughout the summer is through play
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