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11/21/2018

'Tis the Season … Handling Unwanted Parenting Advice With Grace

Friends and family love us and (mostly) have our best interests in mind when they offer advice. But when you are up to here with ideas and suggestions, read on for ideas of what to do—instead of channeling your inner-baby and flinging mashed potatoes.

You’ve packed the car or dragged an unbelievable amount of baby gear to a bus, plane, or train. Whether you’re going around the block or across the country, holiday visits are work. And (spoiler alert) once you arrive, exhausted, it’s possible your trip will also include “helpful” suggesti...

07/05/2018

10 Ideas to Get You and Your Child Exploring Outdoors | NAEYC

Summer is here! this article below has some great examples of things to do outside with your children.

Use these ideas to enjoy nature and the outdoors with your child!

05/24/2018

Our Proud Heritage: Outdoor Play Is Essential to Whole Child Development | NAEYC

Now that it is getting warmer outside, you may want to think about taking your children outside. Here is a great article explaining why outdoor time is so important for children.

Although some people may believe that frequent opportunities for playful learning outdoors, including explorations of nature, are merely niceties, we believe they are critical for healthy whole child development.

04/18/2018

14-Day Salad: Using Project-Based Learning to Grow Microgreens | NAEYC

14-Day Salad: Using Project-Based Learning to Grow Microgreens | NAEYC

Learn how to grow microgreens with project-based learning!

03/02/2018

Math in the Bath | NAEYC

Bath time is perfect for exploring math with your young child! Not only do you have each other’s full attention, but the learning can be hands on, playful, and messy!

Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families—from child development to reading, writing, music, math, and more!

12/29/2017

Playdough Power | NAEYC

This is a great article about the power of play dough.

Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families—from child development to reading, writing, music, math, and more!

12/08/2017

10 Things Every Parent Should Know About Play | NAEYC

10 Things Every Parent Should Know About Play | NAEYC

Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families—from child development to reading, writing, music, math, and more!

10/13/2017

Staying Steady in the Face of Tragedy: Guidance for Parents of Young Children

The news can be overwhelming for adults, let alone children. It can be especially tough for those parenting babies and young children to hear ongoing news stories of senseless, random violence. Here is a great article that may help you understand how to support your child in time of crisis.

The news can be overwhelming for adults, let alone children. It can be especially tough for those parenting babies and young children to hear ongoing news stories of senseless, random violence. The frequent and repeated occurrence of these tragedies can also be hard to bounce back from. This resourc...

04/24/2017

Your Child's Development: Age-Based Tips From Birth to 36 Months

Here are some helpful articles about your child's development ranging through different ages.

This set of age-based handouts include a “what to expect” chart for each age range, frequently asked questions, a research summary, and information about common parenting challenges for each age and stage.

03/01/2017

Making and Tinkering with STEM - 1137521

Making and Tinkering with STEM - 1137521

to find out how you can seamlessly integrate making and tinkering & STEM concepts with the author of NAEYC’s newest publication,

01/18/2017

This great event for LEGO lovers is back! What a great way to inspre some creative building at the 6th Annual Brick-By-Brick LEGO Shipbuilding Event.

01/12/2017

Ideas for Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with Young Children

Ideas for Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with Young Children

Very young children can grasp the idea of honoring people whose work makes life better for others, even though children’s understanding reflects their developmental stage. By age 4, children can begin connecting activities about social justice holidays to their own experiences with unfairness and fa...

12/15/2016

Children, the Flu, and the Flu Vaccine | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC

We all know the flu shot is available and our children are required to have the flu shot when in care. This article from the Center of Disease Control (CDC) explains the reasons why the flu shot is so important for all our children.

Children, the Flu, and the Flu Vaccine - CDC

12/05/2016

Here are some great tips on Christmas shopping from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

10/19/2016

The Importance of Caring for Yourself During Periods of Military-Related Stress

It can be hard to be a military parent. Both seem to be fulltime jobs taking a toll on Military Families. Here are some helpful insights on how to reduce your stress while still fulfilling your Military obligations.

Tips for parents to learn how to balance their own needs with those of their infants and toddlers.

10/17/2016

Holiday Safety & Mental Health Tips

Here is an interesting article on how to stay safe during the holiday season...

The holidays are an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday season, here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

04/14/2016

Come on out!!!

04/14/2016

Come out and join us during our Month of the Military Child celebration on Saturday, April 23rd from 1000-1300. The location is at Cutter Park in Norfolk (100 Elementary Drive, 23551)! We hope to see anyone there.

The event will have inflatables, games, activities, sno-cones, popcorn, and cotton candy. There will also be an age friendly treasure hunt and an artistic dance performance.

If any active duty military members were looking for volunteer hours then they may contact the CDH office by close of business Friday, April 15th to assist with the event!

-Regional CDH

10/30/2015

Our CDH staff really enjoyed our Fall Harvest that was held today for providers, children, and their families to come participate in trick or treating and pumpkin decorating. We would like to say thank you to all who participated!

02/12/2015

12 Teacher Terms Demystified | NAEYC For Families

An interesting article about some terminology that is regularly used in the field of Early Childhood...

Developmentally appropriate? Scaffolding? Your child’s teacher might use language other educators understand but may be new to you. This list of commonly used early childhood terms can help you understand what the teacher means when she talks about what and how your child is learning.

11/12/2014

Here's a great resource! The Military Child Education Coalition is presenting a series of FREE webinars for military parents. Space is limited! Even if you are unable to be present for the webinar in real time, if you sign up you can view the webinar in your own time after it is completed.

11/12/2014

Loking for a simple activity to do with your child? Make a paper bag tree!

http://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/videos/paper-bag-trees

11/10/2014

Free Webinar for Military and DoD Parents! Homework Motivation Strategies and Support on 19 NOV 2014. Space is limited!