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For children younger than age 5, the body is organizing itself and learning how to move using two types of skills: gross motor skills and fine motor skills. Parents should watch their child’s development and mastery in these skills closely, as delays in one area likely predict other issues.
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Former Cleveland Browns player Josh Cribbs and his wife, Maria — who work together to host a morning talk show, “Cribbs in the CLE" — discuss life, parenting and building a show and a brand. Find out how the couple holds each other accountable as partners and parents, strikes a good work/life balance, and more.
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While there are several models of learning styles founded by educators, here are five of the basic styles, as well as a checklist of characteristics for each. Find out the type of learner of your child, as well as tips to help them succeed in the classroom.
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Most people with Angelman syndrome, a rare neurogenetic disorder, have very limited speech or no speech at all. If you’re the parent of a young child with Angelman, you may be wondering how you can help your child learn to communicate, since speech is not going to be their main way of communicating. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.
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The holidays have passed and sooner or later, the gifts that were so shiny and new will begin to lose some of their appeal. This can lead to the dreaded "What can we do?" question. These sites provide engaging activities for children that use the digital world to alleviate that real-world boredom by blending the two.
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As we head toward the new year (one of my favorite times of the year!), it can be super helpful to take a few minutes to think about everything you
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Winter driving can be unpredictable and parents should be prepared in case of an emergency. A kid-friendly winter car safety kit should include supplies to last at least two hours in case of a breakdown — including something for an infant to eat and drink.
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When it comes to helping a child deal with worry, it's important to remember that the content is largely irrelevant. What’s important is how parents are responding to their kid’s worry. Learn five steps to help your child deal with their worries, no matter the cause.
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