Frederick's Child Magazine

They symbolize creation and life itself. Each spring, eggs are dyed a multitude of colors, their dazzling shades capturing the eye of those who display them, hunt for them or offer them as gifts during the Easter holiday. The tradition of dyeing eggs takes us to medieval kitchens. People created …

As green as four-leaf clovers, these mint-chocolate chip cookies are the perfect dessert for St. Patrick’s Day. With so much mixing and scooping to be done, kids can help make the cookies, too. One of the best parts of the recipe is creating the eye-catching color. Watch children’s smiling little …

From lucky leprechauns to rainbows worthy of a pot gold, parents have plenty of St. Patrick’s Day craft projects to keep little ones busy until March 17. These activities are perfect for parent-child bonding time or to encourage siblings to work cooperatively while tapping into their creativity. Explore seven of …

We all know that getting enough sleep at night is vital to our health, but many parents find it difficult putting this knowledge into practice. Misconceptions about this important topic abound. With Daylight Saving Time right around the corner, it’s time to separate sleep myths from facts. 1. Falling asleep …

Daily food choices can have a profound impact on overall health and well-being. Not only do healthy dietary patterns help maintain good health, they also reduce the risk of chronic diseases throughout all stages of life. The United States Department of Agriculture’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025 and nutrition experts …

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 …