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11 Ways to Prep Your Preschooler for Kindergarten
Kindergarten is a whole new world for many children. Those who have attended daycare or preschool have had a taste of what school will be
May 26, 2015
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Big Kid Helpers: Age-Appropriate Chores for Your Child
Before you were a parent, did you ever think you’d have to ask, “How did that stuffed octopus get stuck in the ceiling fan?” Or
May 4, 2015
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Home Life
Fifteen Potty-Training Incentives for Your Little One
One of the best ways to potty train your little one is to give positive associations with using the bathroom. To do that, sometimes it
April 27, 2015
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Kids’ Funny Food Hangups (and Why They Might Have Them)
Kids have funny hangups, starting from toddlerhood on up, particularly with food. Whether it’s texture, color, taste or appearance, food has a way of taking
March 23, 2015
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Parenting
How to Answer the Question of Kindergarten Readiness
Your child is in preschool. He shows an interest in reading, interacts with other children, pays attention to the teacher and works on assigned activities.
March 16, 2015
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Too cold to go out? Bring some winter fun inside!
Winter has been particularly cold here in the D.C. Metro area. While the season conjures up images of playing in the snow, building forts and
February 24, 2015
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Home Life
Seven Reasons Routines are Good for Kids
As adults, we might get a little bored with them, but then again, it’s not about us, right? It’s about the kids, and kids need
February 3, 2015
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I Know How You Feel: Lessons in Empathy
How many times have you wished someone would understand how you are feeling? No matter our age, we all need to know we aren’t alone
November 26, 2014
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Tips for Dropping off Your Children at Sparkles!
It can be heartbreaking, having your children cry when you drop them off at daycare. You know they are in a great place where they
October 30, 2014
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Fun Fall Activities and DIY Crafts for Kids
Fresh air, colorful leaves, holidays. What’s not to like about fall? Enjoy the season and some special time with your child — these fun, educational
September 26, 2014
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