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• Crafts can benefit toddlers and preschoolers by helping with motor skill development.
• There are many fun and easy crafts ideas to explore.
• Engaging with your toddler while crafting can help with their vocabulary.

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• Provo School District starts soon and there are three things required for your kindergartener to start school.
• Getting Immunizations can be a positive experience for everyone.
• Start the school year off on a healthy foot by getting in to see your pediatrician.

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• Replace juice with water and white bread for wheat.
• Try out new lunch options at home first to make sure your children will eat them.
• Plan ahead when grocery shopping and prep fruits and vegetables before the morning rush.

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• Asking your children open-ended questions encourages a more detailed response.
• Some children need a little time after they get home from school to open up.
• Be respectful of your children’s feelings and don’t try to solve their problems for them.

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• Preparing your kids to go back to school during a pandemic is uncharted territory.
• Handwashing, hand sanitizing, physical distancing, mask wearing, and limiting sharing supplies are all necessary for a safe return.
• If your child is sick or has been exposed to Covid-19, keep them home.

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• Studies show involved parents have kids that are more likely to excel in school.
• Involvement comes in many forms and opportunities are available for working parents.
• By being strategic and proactive, working parents can get involved early.

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• When and how your kids watch TV and screens may be as important as how much they watch.
• School age kids with access to screens at bedtime score lower on quality of life assessments.
• Simple family routine hacks might help your entire family get more, and better, sleep.

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• With a little planning, mornings can become a time of peace and relaxation.
• Tackling the next day's tasks the night before to reduce stress in the morning.
• Use the extra time to bond with your family and leave home with a positive mindset.

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• Make sure your child is up-to-date on immunizations.
• Notify your school of any special medical needs.
• Plan ahead for healthy lunches.
• Set a schedule that allows for a healthy amount of sleep, nutritious meals, and time for homework and play.

Article at a Glance If your child has diarrhea, a fever, a rash, pink eye, or the stomach flu, you should keep him or her home. The first question you should ask yourself is if your child’s symptoms will prevent your child from participating in school activities. If your child is just experiencing mild cold … Continue reading “Too Sick For School?”