FYI >>> Although December 1st is normally the start of the fuel assistance program in New Hampshire, the state recently reported that there will be a delay this year. (The state administrator of the program said Wednesday that a technical issue has delayed the letters that get the program rolling). Until then, if you need…
“Don’t underestimate the power of play…” Play, learning, and healthy development are not separate activities. They are intertwined. Think of a child’s play as their “work.” Luckily, they’re having fun while they do it, too. Here are ten more things to know about play, from the National Association of Educators of Young Children (NAEYC). To view…
There’s a fun new outdoor story walk in Milford for families with young children. Thank you to our friends at Beaver Brook Association! Visit the Burns Farm Loop Trail across from Burns Farm Rd on Mason Rd. Enjoy the adventures of “hippy hoppy toad” as you follow the Loop Trail.
“Children are primed to communicate at birth” but communication skills continue to develop as they grow and learn. You may have heard about the benefits of “serve and return.” This is just another term for back and forth communication. Babbling is a baby’s language and it is healthy to make sounds and listen for your baby…
Milford little ones and families will have two chances to visit with Santa over the next couple of weeks! This Sunday, Dec. 5th, from 12 noon to 2:00, the Milford Lions will host Santa and Mrs. Claus on the Milford Oval. Check the Lions Facebook page for any updates. This is a free event. Here…
Did you know that the White Mountain National Forest is welcoming the public to select and cut a Christmas tree? With the purchase of a $5.00 permit, families can venture into the White Mountain National Forest and cut their own holiday tree. Looking to continue or start a special tradition to share with family and…
Thanksgiving is a perfect time to talk to your kids about what it means to be thankful. Even our youngest children are developing their understanding of what it means to be thankful. Beyond modeling gratitude, and reminding your young child(ren) to say thank you, what else can you do to foster thankfulness? Help your children…
What is Executive function? Executive function and self-regulation skills are the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. These skills are crucial for learning, healthy development, and positive behavior. Children aren’t born with these skills—they are born with the potential to develop them. How can parents…
“Stress is part of life, and as humans we were built to face it. (It’s not necessarily) something we can avoid, but we can become better equipped to deal with it. Young children are developmentally vulnerable, and are not able to deal with things on their own (yet)…” Institute of Child Psychology How can we…
There’s a fun new outdoor story walk in Milford for families with young children. Thank you to our friends at Beaver Brook Association! Follow the Burns Farm Loop Trail and enjoy the story. The Burns Farm Loop Trail is located across from Burns Farm Rd on Mason Rd.