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We are on countdown in our house — only 9 more school days left for us!

Yep, only 9 days, 4 finals, 3 school activities and 1 graduation event — then we can enjoy sleeping in, long days without schedules, fun day trips and some relaxing time to connect.

 

I do love summer!

Yes, some days are longer than others and the kids do get bored by mid-July — but we wouldn’t trade it for the world!

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Have you ever had a kid who asked “Can I help?” when you were preparing a meal?  There’s all kinds of ways that kids can get involved in the kitchen!

Cooking is a great life skill and everyone should know some of the basics behind preparing a well-balanced meal.  Young children can learn how to choose nutritious foods, prepare snacks, and mix & measure ingredients.  Older kids will enjoy mastering the skills of whisking, creating fun desserts and learning to crack an egg (warning: buy more than you think you’ll need).

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Kids seem to always be asking questions — How many stars are in the sky?  Why is the weather so hot?  How do animals know what to do when it gets cold outside? 

Believe it or not, even young children are able to understand some scientific concepts.  Never assume that your child’s too young to understand something — always try explaining it first (don’t underestimate their intelligence)! 

Here are 5 science concepts that kids can grasp with easy ways to show your child the ‘science behind the question’.

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