Sibling rivalries have been around since the first little brother or sister came along. Siblings not getting along all the time is a regular part of life, but during these times of “sheltering in place” and “self-quarantining” disagreements and fights between siblings can become even more magnified. According to kidshealth.org, sibling rivalries develop because of ...
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20 ways to get kids moving when they’re stuck inside
With schools across the country closing and lockdowns looming imminent, many of us are almost completely home-bound and functioning as both teachers and working parents. If you aren’t already a stay-at-home parent living on a large swath of land, figuring out a way to get your kid moving over the course of the day can be challenging. Kids ...
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The best podcasts to listen to with your kids during the COVID-19 pandemic
As the number of podcasts for adults has grown, so have podcasts for kids. From helping kids learn about the world around them to magical fantasy stories, there are many options for kids to get in on the fun of listening to podcasts. Here are a few podcasts for kids to listen to. The Casagrandes ...
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Educational websites for kids to occupy their time
With schools closing across the nation, parents and kids are looking at an extended period of down time in the coming weeks and possibly months. To help your kids keep their minds sharp and occupy some time while being stuck at home, here are a few educational websites your kids can visit: Switcheroo Zoo: This ...
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Coronavirus – what your kids need to know and how to tell them
There is currently a plethora of information circulating about the coronavirus or COVID-19. Determining what’s fact and what’s hype is difficult for adults, so don’t expect children to be any different. The best way to handle this, according to experts, is to be proactive with children and initiate a conversation, since it’s a pretty safe ...
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How to talk to teenagers about coronavirus – a lesson in becoming critical consumers of information
Talking to teenagers about the coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) is an opportunity to help them become more critical consumers of information, according to the experts, especially since it’s likely they are getting most of their information about the disease from online sources — particularly social media. Nadine Garner, associate professor of psychology with Lancaster-based Millersville University, ...
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5 things parents need to know about social distancing
“This is not a snow day.” It’s a catch phrase making the rounds these days regarding kids and social distancing that originated from the title of an article about the Covid-19 written by a medical professional, according to CNN Health. The author, Dr. Asaf Bitton, a primary care physician and executive director of Ariadne Labs, ...
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10 ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your kids while at home
St. Patrick’s Day is finally here. With 70 million people around the world claiming Irish ancestry, according to usnews.com, there are lots of reasons to celebrate. Here’s a list of things you can do with your wee ones in the days leading up to the holiday and to celebrate the day itself while your at ...
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St. Patrick’s Day – the story behind the celebration – and how the color green, beer and leprechauns fit in
Do you ever wonder what we are celebrating on St. Patrick’s Day? It’s not just about wearing green or drinking too much, it’s about celebrating the life of Maewyn Succatthe, also known as, St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. March 17 marks the day St. Patrick died and St. Patrick’s Day is both a ...
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