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It’s easy to focus on the turkey and mashed potatoes and other delicious foods but the heart of Thanksgiving is gratitude.

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Take your kids out on a nature walk to collect the falling leaves. Then, let them get creative!

Wednesday, November 2nd from 6:30 – 8:30 PM at Parkland Child Development Center

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These fall play dough recipes are inspired by our favorite autumn fragrances. They’re all non-toxic and taste-safe and they all smell FABULOUS!

Kiddos will love the “eruption” and colorful mess that they can actually help create. Parents will love that making a pumpkin volcano is educational, frugal, quick, and not too messy.

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This craft is a particular favorite – mostly because it’s so straightforward and requires very little instruction.  Seriously, just look at the illustration and the steps become clear. The only real limitation is imagination!

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These Homemade Bird Seed Ornaments are easy to make, and your backyard birds will love them.

Fall means toasting marshmallows, hot cocoa and families together having some family time.

Are you working or have you ever worked in early childhood education? Are you interested in getting additional educational credentials or an undergraduate degree in early childhood education? Then don’t delay, check it out!

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A fun Labor Day, Memorial Day, and 4th of July activity to do with your kids!

Will you be having a celebration on Labor Day? How about serving some fun hot dog alternatives that the kids can help you make? They’re fun, cute, and nobody is going to turn you down!

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Kids LOVE craft projects at any age and what better project for summer than a colorful wind chime?

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Inspired by summer aquarium trips, help your kids create their own jellyfish at craft time!

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

A new summer time craft to try with only 5 household materials needed!

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How much fun could your kids have making their own dreamcatchers?

Follow these steps for some outdoor summer fun!

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

Spring has sprung – try out this science activity with your toddlers and preschoolers!

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

Keeping child care providers up-to-date on recent news and updates.

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Tips for keeping your kids warm and safe in the winter months