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January 16, 2019Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

7 Important Winter Safety Tips for the Family

By: Lisa K. Seefeld, MD, Aurora Health Care Different times of the year come with different health challenges. While summer can mean heat-related ailments and injuries from outdoor activities, the winter season brings dangerously cold temperatures and icy conditions. Let’s take a quick look at your winter health risks and …
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January 9, 2019Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Safetyby

Fire Safety with Children

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center It’s important to teach fire safety to children of all ages, as a fire in the home can happen at any time of the day, including in the middle of the night. According to the National Fire Protection Association, 1,319,500 fires occurred in 2017 …
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January 2, 2019Down Syndrome, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Six Tips to Help Learners with Down Syndrome be their Best

By: Jamie Hepburn, Gigi’s Playhouse Children with Down syndrome are capable learners who are excited and eager to learn. They just need to be given the opportunity to excel. They may learn at a slower pace, but are more than capable of learning. They are strong visual learners. This means …
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December 26, 2018Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

The Difference Between Awareness and Acceptance

By: Sara Van Deurzen, Site Coordinator, Gigi’s Playhouse As a site coordinator for a local Down Syndrome Achievement Center, my eyes and my heart are re-opened every day. Since being here, I have become more aware of the amazing individuals and their families who routinely walk through our doors and …
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December 19, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Making Memories: Fun Holiday Crafts for Kids

By: Andrea Rivera de Vega, Bilingual Outreach Specialist, Penfield Children’s Center Crafting with your kids is a great way to make memories that last. The holidays present a unique time for engaging in activities that celebrate the season and allow you to spend quality time together. These projects use recycled …
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December 12, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

Strengthening the Family

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center According to fiveforfamilies.org, there are “5 strengths” that can help families weather the trials and tribulations of life. These “strengths” include assisting kids in understanding their feelings, learning to parent as children grow and change, building connections with others, working on inner strength and …
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December 5, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Holiday Toy Safety

By: Rebecca Michelsen, M.Ed., MCHES, Manager of Community Outreach & Family Programs The holidays are upon us and so is the lure of new toys and gadgets. While it’s fun to buy your little ones a few new surprises, it’s important to remember that even with toys, safety comes first. …
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November 29, 2018Growing Up Espanol, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Create an Indoor Winter Wonderland

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center While it’s great to get kids outside every season, the long, cold wintry months can force us to spend more time inside than we’d like. The snow and ice can be fun for awhile, but once fingers get cold and feet get wet, it’s …
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November 20, 2018Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Positive Parenting Espanolby

All about Colors!

By: Tina Yang, Early Head Start Teacher, Penfield Children’s Center For early learners, sorting activities are a great way to help children learn about colors. These five lessons also teach about shapes, textures and help increase fine motor skills. Bean bags and color cards: Fill a small bin with solid …
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November 13, 2018Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Nutritionby

One, Two! Follow these Two Tips for Keeping your Child’s Bones Healthy

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