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July 3, 2019How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Make a Summer Fruit Necklace

By: Stephanie Shabangu, Penfield Children’s Center Summer is in full swing and as kids enjoy their break, it’s a great time to get creative. Coming up with healthy treats provides an alternative to the typical sugary snacks that little ones gravitate toward. Children naturally enjoy eating fruit and what’s more …
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March 2, 2016How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingby

Creative Journals for Kids

Creative journaling is a great way for kids of all ages and abilities to express themselves and process the world around them. It also helps document big events and offers a unique way for your child to tell the story of her life’s journey. It can be fun to look …
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November 11, 2015How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingby

Creating Art Projects with Children

Looking for a fun craft to do with your child? Grab a piece of paper and look around the house for at least two different types of art supplies. Art supplies can include items such as markers, crayons, tissue paper, glue, feathers, toilet paper rolls, yarn, shoe boxes and magazines. …
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February 18, 2015How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocksby

Ten Indoor Activities to Keep Your Child Occupied

When it’s too cold or rainy and your youngster can’t play outside in the yard or go to the park, here are a 10 different fun, indoor activities to keep your toddler entertained. Baking or Cooking: Spend time with your toddler mixing and measuring ingredients for cookies or brownies! Another …
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October 2, 2014How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Uncategorizedby

Transitioning to Day Care

Dropping your child off at day care can be an emotional experience for the both of you. Your child may not want you to leave and it may seem impossible to avoid a tearful goodbye. The following video offers tips on how to make the transition to day care easier …
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August 7, 2014How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingby

Choosing the Right School for Your Child

As your preschooler approaches Kindergarten, you will need to find an elementary school that best fits the needs of your child and your family. Many, many factors will go into your decision—where should you start? First, remember that you know your child best. Think about writing an imaginary letter to …
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April 24, 2014How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingby

Car Seats: Installing a Front-facing Car Seat

Front-facing car seats are recommended for children to use as long as possible, often up to an 80 pound weight limit.  Your child may ride in a front-facing car seat for several years, so it is important to make sure it is installed correctly.  The following video will help take …
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April 17, 2014How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Parenting Tips, Positive Parentingby

Car Seats: Installing a Rear-facing Infant Car Seat

A child should ride in a rear-facing car seat until the age of two or until he meets the height and weight limit of the seat.  Installation of a car seat can be complicated and confusing, but is crucial to ensure that your child has a safe ride.  Watch the …
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Car Seat Safety

It is estimated that only 1 in 10 car seats are installed correctly.  We all want our children to be safe when riding in the car, but choosing the right car seat and making sure it is properly installed can be confusing.  Watch the following video on car seat safety …
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April 3, 2014How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parenting, Uncategorizedby

Proper Car Seat Installation

Child safety seats, booster seats and seat belts are all required by law in Wisconsin.  We all want our children to be safe but it can be confusing for parents and caregivers when it comes to choosing, installing and using a car seat correctly.  It is estimated that only 1 …
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