We have an interconnected generation where (for better or worse) we have a hyper-awareness of everything that’s happening around us. With social media, cable news, and the constant pings and notifications of technology we are aware of many things beyond our control and far away from us. Our brains, bred for survival, struggle to differentiate …
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I have had the opportunity to teach struggling readers in grades 1 – 3 for the last 8 years in a public school setting. We are a Title 1 school and have a fairly large percentage of students that come from poverty and generational poverty. Because of that, I see students who struggle with reading …
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Most parents know how important it is for their children to be active, but they also know how hard it can be to pull their kids away from screen time and other sedentary activities. Active kids are more likely to have: ·a healthy weight ·stronger bones and muscles ·healthy hearts and brains ·better memory, attention …
For the past 137 years, Children’s Service Society of Utah has been involved in child welfare throughout the state by empowering families, caregivers, and professionals through services supporting the safety and well-being of children. During this time, advocates have engaged with children and families in various settings, promoting healthy attachment and bonding and working hard …
My two-year-old son is crawling in my lap and my three-year-old daughter is at pre-school. Frozen 2 is on the TV because it’s my son’s favorite movie and his older sister rarely lets him watch it, because siblings. This is relatively straightforward, but in one sentence I can point out several things that hit that …
With the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve all been using screens more, and overall, that’s OK. Screen time is less about the hours than the content. Screens can connect and educate, and keep us all safe indoors. However, research shows that for our youngest children, under age three, we need to be more careful and deliberate with …
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With many areas in a reopening phase, you may need to prepare for your children’s school to open back up for the new academic year as well. Some schools may return to in-person classes, while others may offer online learning opportunities or a combination of both. Below, find out how your family can get ready …
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As a parent, worrying about your finances every now and then is probably second nature, however, it is also something that you probably never want your child to experience. If you’re hoping to instill financial wellness in your child at a young age, there are plenty of places for you to start. Consider the five …
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It is safe to say that right now we are all using technology a lot more than we used to. This is not just because we are bored and don’t have a lot of options. Using tech is how we are all functioning, socially and economically. We connect with others for schooling, work, socialization, and …
There are numerous benefits to having plants or “green space” in your home. For example, green space has been shown to decrease stress, anxiety, blood pressure, and can even purify the air in your home. Building a terrarium is a perfect way to bring green space into your home and enjoy the benefits that come with it. It’s …
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