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Make a Butterfly Sensory Bin This Weekend

This hands-on learning activity for little ones is fluttering fun Activities that stimulate a child’s senses are important for the development of important skills, such as motor skills, social skills and even language, math and science skills. And this Butterfly Sensory Bin stimulates lots of senses—perfect for little hands and growing minds. Picking up beads with tweezers and then threading …

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Mom and Me Figurines

Make a memory this Mother’s Day with a craft that’s fun for all ages. This month, make painted figurines of both parent and child using a kid-friendly clay substitute that’s easy to handle. The completed figurines can be used as dolls or decorations! This craft is not recommended for children younger than 3 years old. You will need: 4-ounce packet …

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A Q&A with Frederick County Educators

Teachers have one of the most important jobs in the world. Teachers inspire and guide us to learn, read and write so we can grow up and pursue our passions as adults. This Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8-12), we’re focusing on the individuals making educationhappen every day.  We asked teachers from local schools and districts in Frederick County that won …

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  • Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten

    Some of the most dramatic brain development occurs during the first three years of a child’s life. During this critical time children are acquiring their ability to think, speak, learn, and reason. According to the US Department of Education, the best way to nurture these young minds is to read aloud to them—even as an infant. Research has shown that …

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