As a farm boy growing up in Oklahoma around the turn of the 20th century, James Herman Banning dreamed big. He dreamed of one day touching the sky. But how could Banning, a young African American boy, find a plane much less locate someone who could teach him? In a …
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Keep That Dental Appointment
Letting your kids skip a shower or allowing them to wear the same clothes two or more days straight are hygiene practices that usually get a pass with many parents, especially as we all navigate the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. One area parents shouldn’t overlook, however, is their children’s oral health. …
Read More »Creative Ways to Tell Your Child ‘I Love You’
Valentine’s Day is a perfect holiday to show your child how much he or she is loved. Try these creative ideas to show how much you care on Valentine’s Day and any day throughout the year. Edible Ideas A heart a day Add a heart-shaped candy to your child’s lunch …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Nick Damoulakis, President, Orases
Editor’s Note: We begin 2021 with a new addition to Frederick’s Child. “Parent You Should Know” introduces you to Frederick-area business professionals who are moms and dads themselves. Learn how they balance their careers and parenthood and discover some of their family-favorite meals, activities and more. What’s the hardest part …
Read More »Child Developmental Milestones: A Guide
In the February issue of Frederick’s Child, we described how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting child development referrals to the Maryland Infants and Toddlers program. How do you know whether your child is developing as he or she should. The following guide offers child developmental milestones for what to look …
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5 Tips for First-Time Overnight Campers
Whether you’ve attended summer camp as a child or whether your child is the first in your family to go to camp, sending your child to camp takes some preparation and planning. If your son or daughter will be attending overnight camp for the first time, you have a great …
Read More »Virtual Cooking Classes Yield Fun (and Tasty!) Family Time
When my 10-year-old daughter is allowed to have television time, we have found her watching cooking shows many times during the coronavirus lockdown. “Cake Wars,” “Kids Baking Championship,” “Sugar Rush,” “Zumbo’s Just Desserts” and “Nailed It!” are a few of her favorites. We even drove to Brunswick to go to …
Read More »Holiday Happenings in Frederick County
COVID-19 may change the way you and your family celebrate the Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa this year, but there’s still fun to be had! We’ve compiled a list of local events and activities to put everyone in the holiday spirit. Happy Holidays from all of us at Frederick’s Child! Editor’s …
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