With a new school year in a few weeks, excitement and anxiety can be running at an all time high for new scholars. For both parents and kindergarten children, the important transition can bring out nervous feelings. For many kindergarteners, the not knowing what expect at school, fears about new rules and worries about...
Read MoreAn aquarium has become Arizona’s first attraction to be autism certified. The International Board of Credentialing and Continued Education Standards recognized Scottsdale’s OdySea Aquarium as a certified autism center. This means families with children that have autism will have the opportunity to enjoy the best possible experience, an encounter that will cater to their...
Read MoreBack-to-school time is coming up, which means it is not too soon to start thinking about school supply shopping. Several neighborhood organizations are asking residents to consider purchasing a few extra supplies to give back to the community. The neighborhood organizations help provide students with clothing, food and school supplies so that every child...
Read MoreSummer is in full swing and Independence Day is right around the corner. With temperatures in the Valley of the Sun already hitting triple digits, it’s no surprise that one of the most popular outdoor activities for families this time of the year is swimming. Although swimming is still safe in most recreational water...
Read MoreAccording to Child Crisis Arizona, foster families are in short supply. Officials from the agency claim that there are no beds available in licensed foster homes. Of the 13,000 children in the foster care system in Arizona, 8,000 are living in Maricopa County. All agencies in the state have seen a decrease in families...
Read MoreWith Independence Day quickly approaching kids can learn about what the day is all about with these fun books. Share the story of American Independence as we celebrate on July 4th. What Does it Mean to Be American? By Rana DiOrio and Elad Yoran In a country divided by politics this book is great...
Read MoreInviting your children’s friends over for activities can be a stressful and overwhelming from having enough resources to keeping them occupied, to worrying about potential messes. A new business in the Valley called “The Slumber Shack” could be the new solution. A Gilbert couple created the business for parents to provide an “epic” party...
Read MoreChildren and infants obviously aren’t going to get behind the wheel of a vehicle to drive anywhere, but they can still get an ID card from Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division. “Arizona ID cards have no age restriction,” said MVD Stakeholder Relations Manager Jennifer Bowser-Richards. “Parents should consider an ID card for...
Read MoreOver the past decade, a growing trend of independent gaming companies started up, bringing more variety to family board games. Family game night can now move past the traditional game of Monopoly into versatile games known as tabletop games. Listed below are the ten most family-friendly tabletop games to help change up family game...
Read MoreYouth basketball players in Arizona looking to take their game to the next level and hone their skills are encouraged to register for Phoenix Suns Summer Basketball Camps at one of three sessions throughout the Valley and Northern Arizona in June. Phoenix Suns Summer Basketball Camps provide expert one-on-one instruction for hoop-loving boys and girls...
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