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by Jessica Caldiero on October 19th, 2018 | 5 Comments »
Halloween Treats—"Trick-or-treat!" The costumed children will soon be on their way, looking to you for a goodie. Depending on your neighborhood, this could lead to several hundred bags to fill.
For my neighborhood, I typically plan on 300 children. No matter the current sale of the bulk candy bags, …
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by Signe Whitson, LSW on September 13th, 2018 | 6 Comments »
From the cries of infancy, to the tantrums of toddlerhood, and hopefully the self-control of school-age years, developing the delicate art of anger expression is a process for children. Some little ones seem to be born with a cool head while others show their hot-tempers right from birth. No matter…
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by AngEngland on September 11th, 2018 | No Comments »
If you are anything like me – you are realizing that summer is now a fleeting memory and the smell of fall is in the air. Back to school has come and gone, and we are fast approaching the season where kids are undoubtedly going to be spreading all the…
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by Jyl Johnson Pattee on August 24th, 2018 | No Comments »
Back to school is an exciting time of year. Getting started and feeling prepared with a positive attitude promotes good grades and confidence in the classroom.
As moms, we are counting down the last days of summer, and, at the same time, making sure everyone is all set for their…
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by Jyl Johnson Pattee on July 21st, 2018 | No Comments »
Do you remember the first time you went to camp? How old were you when your parents left you to fend for yourself, among a group of other kids your size and older?
If you were like many kids away from home in a cabin, you probably thought you were…
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by Jyl Johnson Pattee on November 13th, 2017 | 1 Comment »
Does this sound familiar in your household?
“Dad!” How come she got a flowered sun hat and I didn’t?”
“Mom! He always gets to stay up later than me. It’s not fair!”
If cries of “UNFAIR!” are the most frequently heard accusation in your family, you are not alone. One …
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