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Does your family participate in April Fool’s Day, or does it usually end in hurt feelings? Follow this guide and I swear everyone will end the day happy and loving April Fool's!
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It’s easy to point out the problem, but it’s a whole other thing to take the actual steps to address the issue. I’ve scoured the internet for different tips to reduce screen time in the household, and I want to share some of my favorites.
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He’s credited with introducing Christianity and driving snakes out of Ireland; even though there’s some speculation around whether his life is more fiction than fact, I can safely say that St. Patrick is a symbol of Irish culture. St. Patrick’s Day isn’t only a celebration for the man, but a celebration for Ireland!
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The Sensory Steps encourage going barefoot. Walking barefoot strengthens the foot and ankle. Stepping on unfamiliar textures encourages sensory input which supports the nervous system. In addition, trying new experiences, even ones that feel different, will support our children’s resilience. Some children are very hesitant to try a new experience
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Outdoor play fosters and encourages children and adults to enjoy and benefit from unstructured play. This is the essence of the work of a child. Unstructured play is when a child learns they are capable.
Children are able to own their experiences, capable of being creative, capable of being curious, capable of getting their needs met, capable of problem solving and probably most important, capable of taking on appropriate risks.