Children don’t usually start formal education until ages 5 or 6, but the years before this period are critical for brain development and literacy skills. To help set up children on the path to a bright future, Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) has introduced “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten,” a new …
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FBI Recognizes Notre Dame Preparatory School Students for Cybersafety Awareness
Video by WMAR 2 News The fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are welcoming a new generation of young women making their way into the field. At Notre Dame Preparatory School, seventh and eighth graders were recognized for their achievements in technology when they were presented with the …
Read More »A Conversation with Children’s Book Author Laura Numeroff
New York Times best-selling children’s book author Laura Numeroff is best known for the series based on her book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. First printed in 1985, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” continues to be loved by children across the generations.. The fourth book in the series, …
Read More »Baltimore’s Child Family Focus: Friday, March 26, 2021
Join Baltimore’s Child managing editor Michael Vyskocil for an extended-length episode of “Family Focus,” brought to you by Baltimore County Public Library. In this episode, Baltimore’s Child caps off a month-long celebration of National Reading Month. We visit with Baltimore County Public Library to learn more about the top children’s books of all time, …
Read More »Celebrate Art in All Its Forms
Learn about the value of creative expression with this month’s selections. Board Books ‘Nature: Early Learning at the Museum’ by Nosy Crow, illustrated by the Trustees of The British Museum Toddlers will love learning with this beautiful and engaging book that uses items contained in The British Museum. Each page …
Read More »Improving Reading Skills
Reading is foundational for understanding school subjects and acquiring life skills. Imagine trying to navigate life without being able to read medication instructions, this magazine, a ballot, a nutrition label or signs while driving. Teachers may not have time to include all of the above in the curriculum, but parents …
Read More »Baltimore Easter Events: Hop Into Some Fun
For kids, Easter is a time for fun with the family. Although seasonal celebrations may be modified due to the COVID-19 pandemic, children and parents alike will still have plenty of ways to celebrate. Creative kids can enjoy art workshops and build their own bunny-related crafts, while your athletic and …
Read More »Arts & Crafts Made Easy
After a year of painting, building and making at home, even the most artistic kids may be feeling less than inspired now. Art subscription boxes, which include everything little artists need to complete a project, are a fun and easy way to jump-start their curiosity and creativity. Plus, what kid …
Read More »Parent You Should Know: Adam Lindquist
What’s the hardest part about juggling parenthood and your career? Learning to be forgiving of ourselves. With a new baby, a pandemic and remote work, the first year of Wiley’s life was nothing like my wife and I imagined. Even in the best of times, being a new parent can …
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In a world where too many school systems undervalue the arts, beacons of hope and success show us how the arts can be presented. These schools realize the transformational power of bringing creativity into the curriculum, especially for children with learning differences, atypical development or disabilities. Theater, in particular, presents …
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