Helping your Preschooler with Separation Anxiety

It is common for kids, especially preschoolers, to suffer from separation anxiety. Separation anxiety is  hard on both the child and the parents.  Trust me  I know, I have lived through it.  Whether it was taking my children to school, a birthday party or a leaving them with a babysitter they cried.  Leaving them was…

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Sharing Rosh Hashanah with Kids

“Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year and is celebrated in early Autumn. It is believed to be the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, the first man and woman, and no work is allowed on Rosh Hashanah.” Here are some helpful resources to explain and celebrate with your children. Rosh Hashanah Facts…

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How To Be A Popular Babysitter

What makes certain TLC for Kids sitters get requested more than others? Obviously, you have to get your foot in the door by working for a couple of families before any of them will request you specifically the next time they call. What is it that makes a family remember a great babysitter and ask…

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Reading Activities for Kids

A lot of the children we spend time with have a stack of their favorite books. Instead of just reading their books, we can enhance the reading experience by planning activities to do that go along with their top picks. Here are a few ideas: 1.     We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. You can reenact…

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