The illustrations in picture books are often times what attract kids to them. So, it makes sense that when listening to you read a story, your child will primarily focus on the pictures. And, when she’s not looking at the pictures, she’s probably watching you as you read—especially if you’re an animated reader. While there’s…
While the environment remains an important topic year round, Earth Day is a particularly good time to focus on your family’s role in creating a cleaner, greener world. First held in 1970, this holiday is now celebrated every April 22 in countries across the globe. Read on to learn how you can join the festivities!…
[branded content] Conservation Kids, a Five Rivers MetroParks program, teaches youngsters how to confidently explore and care for the outdoors – and how to inspire others to do the same.The program takes kids through those first baby steps of exploring creeks and forests all the way to hosting nature-themed parties to share their experiences with…
Dishes, Cups and Bowls: we use them over and over and over again every day. So, how you store them is important! Get cluttered cabinets under control by giving each items a “home”. Keep day-to-day items close by for easy access. Keep other items you use occasionally in upper or lower cabinets, and keep those…
I have learned a few things in life about life. I’ve learned that Life isn’t perfect! Another thing I’ve learned about life is that it doesn’t always go as planned. My wife and I planned to have 3 or 4 kids. Once we started trying to have a family, we went through many struggles just…
My mom and sister live in Cincinnati so we travel back and forth a lot from Dayton to visit and let my kids see their Grandma and Aunt. To keep my children occupied (ages 7 and 6) we make up games like “Create a Story” where one of us says a line and the next…
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It may seem counterintuitive to help your child learn to read using wordless books (since reading involves words and all…). These books, however, are actually great for developing some important pre-reading skills. Since they show a clear order of events—first, next, then, finally—wordless books can help children develop narrative skills. Plus, even without words, children…
I have found that a very popular topic of discussion is whether or not to work or stay at home for moms of young children. The two things I have concluded are that the grass is almost always greener on the other side and there is no right answer. Each woman is her own unique…
Every few years my wife and I spend Valentine’s Day at home. We forego the fancy restaurant and we make a home-cooked dinner that is just as good and half as expensive. A night out is good for a couple, especially a couple with kids. Getting all dressed up and being waited on makes you…
