Parenting News
A cautious return to camp
By Michael Hallisey Sun, music, nature walks, arts and crafts — these are the staples from which every summer camp...
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Locally owned CreositySpace capitalizes on classroom curiosity
SLINGERLANDS — Shuffling footsteps. Animated chatter. Chairs pulled into tables. Pencils pressed on paper. Slingerlands Elementary School teacher Patricia Paradis’...
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Balancing work and parenting can sometimes seem like a daughting task
#WorkParentingBalance #Parenting #Careers #ParentPages #CapitalDistrictParentPages Juggling a career and motherhood is difficult for any woman, but the transition to wearing...
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Parents can help children with new social opportunities
#SocialOpportunities #MakingFriends #ParentPages #CapitalDistrictParentPages Social connections are important for children’s growth and development. Some children have a hard time fitting...
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LET’S COOK!: Be a smooth operator
#JodieFitz #PriceChopperKidsCookingClub #ParentPages #CapitalDistrictParentPages May is a busy time for families. Spring sports are in full swing, and there always...
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Delaying digital dependence
#Parenting #DigitalDependence #Technology #Children #JeanTwenge #TristanHarris #SiliconValley #Kids #Adults #Parents #AliHibbs #TheSpot518 #SpotlightNews #ParentPages #CapitalDistrictParentPages Parenting has never been for...
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A farm-to-table tale for kids
Local writer’s book for kids encourages them to start a ‘pizza garden’ Longtime Capital District Parent Pages columnist Jodie Fitz...
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Page turners for young readers
‘The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors’ By Drew Daywalt Illustrated by Adam Rex From the Kingdom of the Backyard, Rock...
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Clarksville conversation continues
BETHLEHEM — The Bethlehem Central School District has taken further steps toward transferring its ownership of the former Clarksville Elementary...
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Colonie Police host a picnic w/photo gallery
COLONIE — On Friday, June 11, police officers traded in their guns and badges for hotdogs and hamburgers. “Tonight, I...
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