Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is the fastest-growing developmental disability in the nation and affects approximately one in 54 children. Early intervention for children diagnosed with autism is pivotal in helping them learn, cope and discover new possibilities. Knowing the key indicators of ASD and the first steps in getting screened …
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Bike Safety: Ensure a Safe Ride for Your Kids This Summer
Riding a bike is not only an excellent source of exercise, but it is also a fun activity for families. Whether your child is an experienced or new rider, safety is the top priority. Did you know that more than 2.2 million children have visited an emergency room for a …
Read More »Stopping the ‘Summer Slide’
At the end of every school year, many parents start to worry about the “summer slide”— the loss of knowledge and skills attributed to summer break. But experts disagree on just how concerned parents need to be. In 2017, researchers from the Brookings Institution examined several studies related to summer …
Read More »Celebrating Our Health Care Heroes at the Maryland STEM Festival
Little scientists, engineers and mathematicians will have the opportunity to explore their passions when the Maryland STEM Festival returns this fall. This statewide celebration of all things STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) will kick off on Friday, Oct. 15, and run through Nov. 14. Through free hands-on activities, lab …
Read More »Star Bright Farm’s Bluegrass Sunset Event Celebrates Summer With Live Music and Delicious Food
Enjoy a lovely summer evening watching the sunset and listening to live music with the family at Star Bright Farm’s Bluegrass Sunset outdoor concert. The family-friendly event will be held Saturday, July 10 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will feature local bluegrass band “The Mayo Family Band.” Settle in …
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By: Farrah Elsamaloty, B.A. and Vincent P. Culotta, Ph.D. NeuroBehavioral Associates As COVID-19 fades and hope rebounds, it is time for parents to prepare their children to reenter the classroom. With fall quickly approaching, parents are taking the necessary steps to get their children back on track. COVID’s toll is …
Read More »Celebree School Opens in Owings Mills
Celebree School has announced the opening of its new location at 2 Crossing Way in Owings Mills. The school provides infant and toddler care, preschool and before and after care for parents in the Glyndon, Reisterstown and Owings Mills communities in Baltimore County. For working parents who may still be …
Read More »Oh, Baby! and Picks for Summer Reading
Discover 10 books about babies and building life experiences this summer. Board Books “Daddy, Papa, and Me” by Lesléa Newman Filled with charming illustrations and rhythmic text, two fathers and their child have fun with activities such as painting, baking, flying paper, sewing and getting tucked into bed. “We’re Having …
Read More »Top 10 Family Events for June
Discover some fun activities taking place in the Baltimore area and beyond this month. Click below to download the PDF from the June 2021 issue of Baltimore’s Child.
Read More »The Early Worm Gets the Fish
Fatherhood called for much creativity when the COVID-19 pandemic left my family without a schedule and lots of free time in spring 2020. There was no structure to life, and we were all trapped at home. Upon my wife’s recommendation, I took my two sons, now first and second graders, …
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