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Have you tried the Craftsy Block of the Month?

craftsy block of the monthThe Craftsy Block of the Month is a completely free, year-long online class instructed by expert quilter, Amy Gibson.

There are 12 installments, each one posted on the first day of every month. The first 10 months/installments teach our students two new exciting blocks (brand new designs or funky spins on traditional blocks). The last two months are dedicated to finishing the quilt. At the end of the class, our students will have full-size and one-of-a-kind quilts. You as a student can view it whenever it?s convenient for them, and can watch them however many times they?d like. It?s filmed in high-definition, and it?s fully interactive—students can ask Amy questions as they go.

How to Keep Your Toddler Busy and Entertained In a Restaurant

It’s a common problem faced by nearly all parents of toddlers. They want to go out to eat but their child begins getting fussy while waiting for the food to arrive. If you’re like most parents in this stage, you probably want to know how to keep your toddler busy and entertained in a restaurant. The following are some ideas which have been successful for other parents.

1. Choose a family-friendly restaurant. Find a restaurant which caters to families with children and your child will feel right at home. People eating at this type of restaurant are used to the noise level and with having little ones running around them. However, if you’re interested in having a quiet meal with your partner, try to get a babysitter.

Halloween Fun for Toddlers How to Keep Things Easy and Safe

Celebrating Halloween with toddlers brings a certain element of innocence to the mix. With a toddler, it may not be possible to go out and party like you normally would, and trick or treating can get tiresome for your toddler very quickly. Safety is always an issue with toddlers as they are very naive and can be scared very easily. Here are some top tips to keep your toddler safe and still enjoy the holiday.

Pros and Cons of a Formal Ballet Training for Kids

Children are easily influenced by what they see and hear. If you take your child to the museum they may decide they want to be an artist. They may decide they want to be a clown if they see a circus. When they see the ballet for the first time they may decide it’s time to become a ballerina. What are the pros and cons of formal ballet training for kids?

Because children are so easily influenced you may want to spend time learning about formal ballet training with your child before signing them up for classes. You’ll also want to be prepared to let your child quit if they decide it really isn’t right for them.

Are Your Kids Ready for a Visit to the Theater?

Going to the theater is a great way to spend time with the family – that is, if your children are ready for the experience. Theater shows tend to last a few hours, which is more than most smaller children can handle with their short attention spans. However, if you recognize the following traits in your children, you will know that they are ready for a trip to the theater.

* Your child is able to sit through a movie with little or no interruptions. In addition to lasting a few hours, a theater environment requires silence and stillness. If your child is able to sit still and remain quiet for long periods of time, then a trip to the theater might be feasible.

Pros and Cons of Gymnastics Training for Kids

Gymnastics is one of the most widely recognized and eagerly watched sports during the Summer Olympics. Parents remember past gymnasts who have become household names. When their children see the sport they want to try, too. Here are some pros and cons of gymnastics training for kids in case you’ve considered signing your child up.

Pros of Gymnastics Training

  • Participating in gymnastics can help children learn how to listen effectively. They need to understand how to do certain skills and not listening can result in them doing the skill wrong or being injured.

Halloween Safety Tips

Most children love Halloween with the fun with everything from dressing in costumes, wearing fancy face paint and going out trick or treating with friends and family. Halloween can be a fun event for children as long as safety measures are discussed and implemented. Since most trick or treating takes place after it has begun to get dark outside, knowing how to keep your kids safe becomes an important task.

  • Reflective strips can be adhered to costumes in order to increase your child’s visibility. You can purchase reflective strips at either a Halloween costume store or at your local fabric store. The strips come in a variety of colors and sizes so you can match them up with your child’s costume.

Benefits and Risks of Kids Running

Medical experts agree that children who are active are healthier than those who are sedentary. Many school systems no longer have the same amount of time for Physical Education and recess, but this doesn’t mean your child can’t be active at home. Some adults choose to run to keep active. With kids, there are benefits and risks of running if that’s what they choose to do.

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