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Parenting

Parenting is fulfilling, messy, and always an adventure- we’ve got you covered along the way with resources and expert tips.

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Parenting Social-Emotional Learning Subjects

5 Ways To Teach Kids To Share, Plus Tips From Our Experts

If you’ve ever heard the words “gimme” or “mine” from your child followed by hugging tightly any item they want

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Parenting Reading

Teaching Vowels: How To Help Your Child Learn Long And Short Vowel Sounds

It’s not uncommon for children to struggle with vowels. Most kids actually pick up consonant pronunciations much more quickly. Why

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Parenting

10 Quick And Easy Brain Breaks To Help Kids Stay Focused And Energized

Struggling to keep your child focused while learning? They may just need brain breaks.

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Parenting Social-Emotional Learning

Calming Strategies For Kids: How To Help Your Child Cope With Stress

Has your child ever thrown a tantrum or had a complete meltdown in the middle of a store? Instead of trying to bribe them with toys, chocolate, or ice cream, try calming strategies for kids.

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Creativity Parenting Subjects

How Dramatic Play Enhances Learning, Plus 5 Fun Ideas For Preschoolers

Dramatic play can keep your child learning and engaged! Here are some tips to try at home.

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Parenting

Growth Mindset For Kids: How To Help Your Child Embrace Challenges

Developing a growth mindset for kids helps unlock a lifelong love of learning.

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Parenting

Family Rituals: 12 Ideas You Can Start Now

Rituals can help start or end the day, transition from one activity to the next, or provide a moment to reflect. 

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Parenting

How Reading To Children Helps Them Grow And Thrive

Reading aloud directly influences your child’s perception of how exciting and fulfilling books can be!

Parenting

Ask the Experts: Let’s Get Learning!

HOMER’s Dr. Jody LeVos and Lalo co-founder discuss ways to set up a space in your home for optimal focus, fun, and learning!

Parenting Printables

At-Home Learning Area Kit

Add a personal touch to your child’s learning area with these fun printables.

Parenting

Starting the Conversation Together

Read for our tips on how you can start the conversation about race with your child.

Mindful Media

Parenting

Redefining Screen Time with Mindful Media

Dr. Jody shares our P-L-A-Y framework, designed to help you make those tough (smart) calls.

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