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August 13, 2013Family Dynamics, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocksfamily, family activities, family dynamics, homeby Shelby Schnell

The Importance of Family Time

Family time is important. It increases a family’s bond, communication and health and well-being. However, with dual income homes, extracurricular activities and weekend events it can be difficult to find time to spend together as a family. Advances in technology have also put constraints on the time that families spend …

August 6, 2013Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Medically-Fragilehealth and wellness, medically fragile, prematurity, special needsby Shelby Schnell

Prematurity

A baby is considered premature if it is less than 37 weeks old at birth. A premature baby, or preemie, is not fully developed, meaning some vital organs may not be functioning to their full potential or not yet ready to operate at all. While a full-term newborn weighs about …

August 5, 2013Behavioral Disorders, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blocksbehavior, health, kids, Post Traumatic Stress Disorderby Shelby Schnell

How to Deal With Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is diagnosed in children who have witnessed or been the victim of a significant trauma where someone’s life has been threatened or severe injury has occurred. Some examples include: physical abuse, sexual abuse, violence in the home, automobile accidents …

July 31, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Preventative Carefever, health and wellness, home, kids, sickby Shelby Schnell

Childhood Fevers

What is a fever? Fever is determined by a rectal temperature over 100.4 F or 38.0 C and is one of the most common reasons for child emergency rooms visits. Fever in a child may indicate serious illness, but more commonly fever is caused by infections that are easily treated. …

July 24, 2013Early Education, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blockschild development, kids, music, therapyby Shelby Schnell

The Effects of Music on Childhood Development

By: Alex Henze Since nearly the beginning of human history, music has been used as a force for healing. Aristotle taught that “When we hear (music and poetry) our very soul is altered.” From Hippocrates to Native American medicine men, people have long used singing and playing instruments to cure. …

July 16, 2013Kohl’s Building Blocks, Uncategorizedby Shelby Schnell

How to Adapt Toys for Toddlers with Special Needs

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July 16, 2013How To, How To’s, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Positive Parentingkids, occupational therapy, physical therapy, special needs, speech therapy, toysby Shelby Schnell

How to Adapt Toys for Toddlers with Special Needs

When deciding what toys to purchase for a child with special needs or what activities to attempt in the home, it is common to wonder if it is appropriate for the child. Many common child toys and activities can be adapted to meet the needs of all children in easy, …

July 14, 2013Birth-to-three, Health Conditions, Kohl’s Building Blockskids, occupational therapy, special needsby Shelby Schnell

Occupational Therapy for Children

A child’s main job is to play and learn. According to the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), occupational therapy helps children fully participate in daily activities or “occupations.” Occupational therapists evaluate and treat the physical well-being, psychological, social and environmental factors that may hinder a child’s ability to function. Occupational …

July 10, 2013Health & Wellness, Kohl’s Building Blocks, Nutrition, Uncategorizedfood, health and wellness, healthy, nutrition, snacksby Shelby Schnell

Healthy Choices for Toddlers

Amy Bontempo, Family Programs Coordinator at Penfield Children’s Center Teaching good nutrition starts early in life. Set by example. A parent who chooses to live a healthy lifestyle will teach his/her child to do the same. Offer food choices from every food group, a collection of foods that share similar …

July 5, 2013Early Education, Home & Family, Kohl’s Building Blocksfamily, home, literacy, Reading to your childby Shelby Schnell

It’s Reading Time!

The ultimate goal of learning how to read is to build understanding. It is important to provide opportunities to read aloud to your child and inspire him or her to practice every day. Here are some tips to make reading time with your child an enjoyable and educational experience: Read …

The Importance of Family Time

Prematurity

How to Deal With Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Childhood Fevers

The Effects of Music on Childhood Development

How to Adapt Toys for Toddlers with Special Needs

How to Adapt Toys for Toddlers with Special Needs

Occupational Therapy for Children

Healthy Choices for Toddlers

It’s Reading Time!

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