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3 Simple Ways for Busy Parents to Make Books Part of Everyday Life

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Literacy, Palmetto Basics, Parenting

Why is reading to your child so important?

– Stories engage a child’s imagination and expose them to words and ideas.

– What they learn about people, places, and things can be important building blocks to school readiness and later life success.

– For both parents and children, times together with books form fond and lasting memories

It’s never too early to begin reading to your child! But in a fast-paced world where parents and caregivers are juggling so many responsibilities, you may feel that you don’t have the time and energy to read […]

15 Screen-Free Indoor Activities to Keep a Young Child Busy

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Activities, Palmetto Basics, Parenting

Bad weather days can make it a challenge to keep little ones engaged and active without resorting to screens. When the days are cold or the rain won’t stop, it’s tempting to turn on the TV or the iPad instead of encouraging activities that will stimulate the brain and the body in the ways a young child needs. Exploring through movement and play is one of 5 Basics every child needs to get a great start in life!

Believe it or not, there are many things your child can do that are free or low-cost. Here […]

5 Practical Ways Parents Can Maximize Love & Manage Stress during the Holidays

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Holidays, Palmetto Basics, Parenting, Parenting during Covid-19

The holiday season can be a wonderful time for young children and for those who care for them. The festivities and traditions take on a magical quality when seen through the eyes of a child.

But as we all know, the holidays can also be a stressful time. Extra treats, later bedtimes, disruptions to normal family rhythms, financial strain, and the expectations of extended family can add to the stress. When you consider the unique challenges we face at the end of 2020, it’s no wonder we’re overwhelmed.

Here are 5 practical ways you can maximize love […]

Use meal time, bath time, & car time to prepare your child for math!

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*This post is brought to you by The Palmetto Basics. 

Believe it or not, babies are born with brains that are ready for learning numbers, patterns, sizes, shapes, and comparisons. Using everyday moments, you can help your child build a healthy brain that’s prepared for problem-solving and math.

These simple ideas—during mealtime, car time, and bath time—can help you turn everyday moments into powerful learning opportunities!

MEAL TIME

If you have a baby who is eating cereal or table food, count each bite as you feed […]

10 reasons it’s important to talk with your child from the very beginning!

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Activities, Literacy, Palmetto Basics, Parenting
* a post from The Palmetto Basics

If you’re a parent or caregiver, have you found yourself talking to your baby as you’ve changed their diaper? Do you hear parents in the grocery story talking to their infants about what they’re buying or the things they see, even though the baby is too young to understand?

The instinct to talk, sing, and point with our babies and young children may seem silly. If you’ve been surprised to find yourself singing The Itsy Bitsy Spider while buttoning a onesie, you know what we’re talking about […]

Caring for children requires caring for you. 8 ways to manage stress when life is challenging and unpredictable.

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Palmetto Basics, Parenting, Parenting during Covid-19
* a post from The Palmetto Basics

Children thrive when the world seems loving, safe, and predictable. With all that’s going on in the world right now, life can feel anything but loving, safe, and predictable, not only for our children but for those of who care for them.

Young children are greatly affected by the stress of their parents and caregivers. Even babies can sense the stress of a parent. With this in mind, it’s so important to find healthy ways to cope with stress as you also care for your child. Not doing so can […]

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