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EDITOR’S NOTE A Happy Return: Family editor gets back in the saddle.
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BROWARD & BEYOND News about the people, places and events in our community.
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FAMILY MATTERS Ready for the latest label? Find out if you are a parenting animal or parenting machine.
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FAMILY DYNAMICS When it comes to kids, there is no equal. So how do we stop comparing them?
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HOME TECH In the ever-evolving world of apps, here’s what to watch for to keep kids safe.
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WORDS OF WISDOM As Earth Day approaches, try some easy ways to embrace less “stuff.”
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FAMILY FUN: HOME EDITION
FAMILY FAVORITE NOMINEES
SUMMER CAMP SHOWCASE
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A HAPPY RETURN A year and a half ago, I decided to take a break from parenting media. I needed to try out other career paths while I was still young, I reasoned. After all, my kids would eventually grow up and move out, I told myself, and I needed other skills to keep me busy while I waited for the grandchildren to arrive. The first month was fine -- even fun! -mainly because I was at home most of the time while I interviewed for the “next step in my career.” I volunteered a lot at school. I baked cookies. I thought, “This is interesting, I’m getting to be MORE of a mom now that I’m not writing about it!” Then I started working, and while I enjoyed my new job, I quickly realized how much I missed having fun with my family. It is a similar experience to the one I had at the end of my maternity leave for each of my children. I would go back to work after six weeks of spending every day with my newborn, and while I liked being back in the office, I missed being with my baby. I knew it was good for me to be back at work, and I knew my baby was in good hands without me, but I missed my child immensely, even the messy and hard parts. So getting the chance to return to parenting media with Broward Family Life magazine was a lot like being able to be home with my baby again, getting to know her and helping guide her into the future. There will be times of hard work, and I might lose a couple nights of sleep to especially difficult deadlines. But it has been so rewarding sharing in this magazine’s successes and being able to work with and for parents like me in Broward County. Just as I do for my son and daughter, I have hopes and dreams for this magazine and for you, our community of readers. We have a lot of growing to do together, and I’m excited to be on this parenting journey with you. JENNIFER JHON Managing Editor
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School & community resources at your fingertips As the Coronavirus outbreak worsens in South Florida and more drastic social-distancing measures are enforced, the need for online educational support has grown. Broward County Public Schools has a wealth of resources online at www.browardschools.com, including digital textbook access and access to supplemental learning programs such as i-Ready, BrainPOP, Discovery Education, Scholastic, Newsela and more. The district also has a program that allows all students to access full versions of Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Publisher for free. At Broward Family Life, we are committed to our community and will do everything we can to inform and inspire our readers as this crisis continues to unfold. Please bookmark our webpage, www.BrowardFamilyLife.com, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @BrowardFamilyLife, where we will work to bring the world to your doorstep as we experience this unprecedented time together. We fervently wish you and your family good health and hope, and we look forward to meeting you out in the community once the danger has passed.
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As social distancing shuts down South Florida, families are struggling to keep their kids educated and entertained while staying safe at home, and we are right there with you. Broward Family Life is committed to this community, and we will do everything we can to inform and inspire our readers and support our fellow local businesses during this time. We’ve developed a Facebook Group, SFLFamilyLife, to connect and strengthen parents in South Florida, and we’re sharing information on our website, www.BrowardFamilyLife.com, and @BrowardFamilyLife on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please join us as we weather this crisis together.
VIRTUALLY THERE BY SHANNON PEASE-SEVERANCE
With social distancing keeping everyone at home, South Florida’s usually busy social calendar is empty. But there’s still plenty going on in the virtual world, and these South Florida businesses are opening their doors online to keep families educated and entertained.
MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE Kids can keep up with Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics via the museum’s free virtual learning videos, available weekdays through the museum’s e-news emails and social media channels. The STEM videos range from reading and hands-on activities to science and animal demonstrations. Visit www.mods.org and click “Sign up for e-News“ or follow them @MODSFTL on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube to join the fun.
SOUTH FLORIDA SCIENCE CENTER AND AQUARIUM The Science Center is taking its mission virtual. Follow them on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @SFScienceCenter for Facebook Live aquarium programs every Friday at 12 p.m., Live science lessons every Friday at 3 p.m., Virtual Science Shorts and DIY@Home science experiments every Thursday at 2 p.m., Future Scientist Storytime every Tuesday at 9 a.m., and weekly virtual exhibit tours. Learn more at www.sfsciencecenter.org/virtual.
STRANAHAN HOUSE The historic home in downtown Fort Lauderdale is offering free story times, virtual museum tours and history show-and-tells via Facebook Live at 11 a.m. weekdays. Visit www.facebook.com/StranahanHouse for specially-themed events each week.
TINKERGARTEN Gather your little ones for Tuesdays with Tinkergarten activities streaming live on Facebook at 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. You can join remotely for a 20-minute fun-filled class designed to keep kids active and engaged. Visit www.facebook.com/Tinkergarten.
YOUNG AT ART MUSEUM The YAA at Home program helps provide art relief for all and keeps children artistically engaged with virtual tours of the museum’s interactive art galleries, downloadable art activities and creative prompts from special guest artists. The art activities are designed with common art supplies and recycled materials, and participants can win prizes. Follow @YoungAtArtMuseum on Instagram and Facebook or visit www.youngatartmuseum.org/yaaathome.php. Get more virtual events from South Florida, and submit your own, online at https://southfloridafamilylife.com/ virtual-events-in-broward-and-miami/
HOME ALONE: Boredom Busters BY SHANNON PEASE-SEVERANCE We know you weren’t expecting to be home with the kids for weeks on end, unable to go to the beach or the movies or anywhere else with 10 or more people. We’re here to help you out, with three ways to bust the boredom at home.
ANXIETY RELIEF Kids can create their own oil-and-water Discovery Bottle (or Sensory Bottle) with items you have in the pantry. Perfect for preschoolers and elementary-aged kids, this project requires only an empty water bottle, vegetable or baby oil, water and some food coloring. It’s a lesson in science, too. Learn more at https://preschoolinspirations.com/ how-to-make-a-perfect-sensory-bottle/ or watch the video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7zp7KbxbKY.
FOAM PAINT FUN Kids can get creative and express their artistic abilities with this project. Add equal parts shaving cream and school glue to a plastic zip bag, drop in some food coloring, seal and get ready to squeeze and squish. Once everything in the bag is mixed, cut the tip off a corner and let the kids pipe the concoction onto a piece of cardstock. Let it harden overnight for a puff-paint masterpiece to display. Learn more at https://dabblesandbabbles.com/3-ingredient-diy-foam-paint/ or watch the video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1K_Ysa_nNY. ORIGAMI From frogs and dogs to fish and tulips, origami is a fun way for the family to keep busy, with designs ranging from easy to challenging. You can find instructions for just about any animal or object you can think of with a quick Google search. There are even easy origami bookmark corners that play double duty. Watch the video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVkJPCp_1UQ. April 2020 | B R O W A R D F A M I LY L I F E
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#HOMESCHOOLFORNOW: Long-distance learning is here BY JENNIFER JHON
Now that April has arrived, South Florida’s schools are back in session, virtually. Miami-Dade County Public Schools parents had a week of practice with the online class routine before Spring Break, but the system went online March 30 in Broward County Public Schools. Both students and parents had a lot to learn about long-distance learning. Some schools and teachers introduced the system with scheduled meet-and-greet video chat sessions, while others posted class assignments during the break to give students an early look. With schools back in session, both school districts have opened a number of locations for the distribution of breakfast and lunch to students. Visit news.browardschools.com and covid19.dadeschools.net for more information about meal distribution sites. Those district websites can also help families with tutorials, resources and hotline information for the virtual journey ahead.
ONLINE LEARNING: The world at your fingertips BY JENNIFER JHON With social distancing, playdates are out, but the fun isn’t. Imagine your way to a bigger place with your little ones with virtual tours, live craft classes, cooking activities and more.
EXPLORE SOUTH FLORIDA Visit the places you’re missing most with South Florida PBS KidVision Pre-K virtual field trips at www.youtube.com/user/WPBT2 or on Facebook @southfloridapbskids. Get a 360-degree view of the Miami Children’s Museum, Venetian Pool, Young At Art Museum, Museum of Discovery and Science, Marlins Park, Zoo Miami, Wynwood Walls and more. SEE THE WORLD Webcams are another great way to escape your living room. See the critters of the San Diego Zoo (zoo.sandiegozoo.org/live-cams), Monterey Bay Aquarium (www.montereybayaquarium.org/animals/live-cams), Zoo Atlanta (zooatlanta.org/panda-cam/), the Houston Zoo (www.houstonzoo.org/explore/webcams/) and the Georgia Aquarium (www.georgiaaquarium.org/webcam/ocean-voyager/). GET YOUR CRAFT ON Michaels craft store has added DIY ideas and videos to its projects page at www.michaels.com and will host Facebook LIVE broadcasts @Michaels for family-fun activities at 1 p.m. EDT every Wednesday. JOANN is getting in on the action with new craft-at-home videos posted every weekday at 10 a.m. (kids) and 7 p.m. (adults) at www.youtube.com/user/Joanndotcom or on Facebook and Instagram @joann. Free projects and a free 2-month subscription to Creativebug is offered on www.joann.com. WORK IT OUT Movement is important for kids, especially if they’ve been stuck at home. Guide them through some stretching and activities at Cosmic Kids Yoga (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5uIZ2KOZZeQDQo_Gsi_qbQ). GoNoodle (https://www.gonoodle.com/) is also an excellent choice for fitness fun, and many teachers use GoNoodle in classrooms.
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Mama turtles get some precious time alone BY JENNIFER JHON With parks and beaches closed throughout South Florida, and the humans staying at home, other species are reveling in the quiet. Threatened and endangered sea turtles that nest on Florida beaches are enjoying several benefits from the coronavirus shutdown, said Richard WhiteCloud, the founding director and president of Sea Turtle Oversight Protection, a Broward County nonprofit dedicated to rescuing sea turtle hatchlings. Not only is the closure reducing direct interactions between humans and turtles, it is reducing the waste and pollution that often accompanies human activity. “Some people go to beach, have a picnic and leave their trash there. Those secondary impacts from humans just living their lives is going to diminish,“ WhiteCloud said. “The natural world is going to have a little bit of a breather.“ Sea turtle nesting season is happening now, he said, which is good timing for mama turtles. “People will not be approaching nesting females as much to get a photo, because hopefully not as many people will be on the beach now.“
The biggest benefit for all sea life is that less trash is being left on the beach to wash into the ocean. “That was a large problem for the turtles,“ WhiteCloud said. For Sea Turtle Oversight Protection, which works for the state monitoring these species, the biggest obstacle presented by the shutdown is making sure it stays healthy and operational. Local nonprofits, WhiteCloud said, “are going to need the attention and the resources more than ever now to stay functioning.“ He urged people to reach out. “Figure out some way to connect and provide some resources, even if it’s just encouragement, a ’thank you’ on their Facebook page. It goes a long way.“ Learn how to help Sea Turtle Oversight Protection and other South Florida nonprofits at www.BrowardFamilyLife.com.
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Balancing work and play BY JENNIFER JHON South Florida is several weeks into social distancing, and by now, the stress of being home with the kids might be starting to show. Many parents are attempting to work from home, limiting their ability to supervise the education of their children. But the situation can be managed, said one expert mom. Letting your kids know what is expected over the course of the day and sticking to a schedule really helps, said Belinda Ivey, a mother of two who works from home for the graphic design firm she co-owns with her husband, Karsten Ivey. She has shared her home office with her two children for six summers, since her son was 5. In the Ivey household, the morning is for schoolwork, even during the summer. In the afternoons, her children explore other interests, such as art and other creative projects. Ivey warned it’s important for parents to be present for their kids, even if they are working. “I have to be careful that I’m not sitting on my laptop all day and forget that my kids are here.“ She said lunch is a good time to be together, or they might take a break in the afternoon and play a board game. With many families forced to share the same space for weeks, it isn’t bad for kids to have some time alone, Ivey said. “Boredom is a good thing. It will force them to be creative.“ Read more at www.browardfamilylife.com
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arents across the state are understandably concerned about how the Coronavirus will continue to affect their children’s school year, but a sweeping state decision in recent months has already altered Florida’s future educational landscape. The State Board of Education in February made good on Gov. Ron DeSantis’s vow to end Florida’s controversial, decade-long association with Common Core, unanimously adopting a new set of standards for public schools called Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking, or B.E.S.T. “I truly think this is a great next step for students, teachers and parents,” DeSantis said in a news release. “These standards create pathways for students that lead to great college and professional outcomes, and parents will now be able to reinforce what their children are [learning in] the classroom every day. Florida’s B.E.S.T. standards were made by Florida teachers for Florida students, and I know they will be a model for the rest of the nation.” Under B.E.S.T., Florida will become the first state to require civics education in all grades, as well as short standardized tests. Also, the education department says the new standards focus more on classic literature and a back-to-basics
approach to reading so that students can read well when they leave elementary school. For example, kindergartners should be able to identify all upper- and lower-case letters. The math standards concentrate more on foundational skills — for example, fourth-graders should know their multiplication and division facts — and add financial literacy to high-school math. Also, under B.E.S.T., the state will pay for SAT or ACT tests for every high school junior until at least 2022. Adopted by over 40 states, Common Core spells out what students should
learn in language arts and math classes, from kindergarten through 12th grade. State leaders hoped the standards would improve academic performance by demanding more from students. Common Core will have a slow demise in Florida because teachers will continue using it this academic year and next. The plan for B.E.S.T. is for a three-year rollout, introducing the new standards for language arts in the 2021-22 school year and for math the following year, each assessed by new standardized tests. To read the B.E.S.T. standards, visit fldoe.org/standardsreview.
THE PURR-FECT DAY FOR PETS April is a month of special days, starting with April Fool’s Day and continuing on to Passover, Easter and Ramadan — not to mention Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day on April 12. For pet lovers, however, it’s the day before that holds special significance. April 11 is National Pet Day, an unofficial holiday that encourages us to love our pets a little more — maybe take them for an extra long walk or spend a few more minutes with them. But it’s also a day to spread the love to pets who might not get that extra attention, such as those at a sick friend’s home or at a shelter. For your own pets — whether birds, hamsters, cats or dogs — National Pet Day is an excellent time to: • Go through their toys, throw out any that are no longer safe, and maybe buy a new one or two for your “furever” family member. • Take pictures of your pets and share them on social media at #NationalPetDay or @NationalPetDay.
• If you haven’t already, pet-proof your home by keeping cords, toxins and items such as phone chargers out of your pets’ reach. • Make sure vaccinations are up-to-date, and schedule a vet appointment if they’re not. • Check collars to ensure tags are secure and contact numbers are current, especially if you have moved or changed numbers. • If you’re feeling especially celebratory, make it a purr-fect day for your pets by throwing them a Pet Day party. You can also make the day special for other pets: • Help out ill or incapacitated pet owners you may know by buying pet food or other pet necessities for them. • Donate money, food, toys and/or blankets to an animal welfare organization. Or better yet, volunteer at a shelter. • Sign up for Shelter Pet PR on www.dosomething.org to act as a publicist for your local shelter to help pets find homes. • Adopt a pet who needs a home — the best way to celebrate the occasion.
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Wednesday, April 8 Bring a basket for an egg hunt and spring activities. Ages 3-8. Pre-register online. $10/resident, $15/non-resident. 6:30-7:30pm, Coconut Creek Community Center, 1100 Lyons Rd., 954-545-6670 www.coconutcreek.net
Saturday, April 11 Hop on by for an egg hunt, music and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. Ages 3-7. Coral Springs residents only. Pre-registration required. 9am-noon, Sportsplex Athletic Complex, 2800 Sportsplex Dr., www.coralsprings.org
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Thursday, April 9 Bring flashlights for an evening egg hunt geared especially for middle school students in grades 6-8, with games and prizes. Cooper City middle school teens only. Reservations required. Free. 7-9pm, Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center, 11600 Stonebridge Parkway, 954-434-4300 www.coopercityfl.org
Saturday, April 11 It’s just a hop, skip and a jump to some great community fun, including an egg hunt, bounce houses and giveaways. Event begins at 11am; egg hunt at noon. 11am-2pm, Frost Park Recreational Complex, 300 NE Second St., 954-924-3690 www.daniabeachfl.gov
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EGG-STRAVAGANZA Saturday, April 11 Bring your own basket and join the hunt for eggs. Cooper City residents only, fifth grade and under. Free. 9:15am, Cooper City Sports Complex, 10300 Stirling Rd., 954-434-4300 www.coopercityfl.org
HIPPITY HOPPITY HUNT Saturday, April 11 Spring into fun with a fun-filled morning with egg hunts for ages 11 and under,
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inflatables, a petting zoo, hayrides and more. The egg hunt starts at 10am sharp. 9am-noon, Bamford Sports Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Rd., 954-797-1181 www.davie-fl.gov
MEET THE BUNNY AT THE ORCHID AND BROMELIAD SHOW Saturday-Sunday, April 11-12 Kids can make Easter crafts and say hello to the Bunny at this annual event that includes more than 30 orchid and bromeliad vendors, lectures, demonstrations and more. Included with admission of $21.95/adult, $15.95/child. 9:30am-4pm, Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd., 954-473-2955 www.flamingogardens.org
April 11, Ages 2-10 WHEN: Saturday, April 11 9:30 a.m. (ages 2 – 3) and (ages 4 – 5) 10:30 a.m. (ages 6 – 8) and (ages 9 – 10) WHERE: Museum of Discovery and Science
FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT
PRICE: Museum members: $5 per child Non-members: $21 per child (includes Museum admission) Adults pay regular Museum admission BYOB–bring your own basket!
Thursday, April 9 This hunt is for older kids who want a challenge. Be sure to bring a flashlight and a bag to carry your eggs. $2/non-resident, free/resident. 6-8:30pm, Constitution Park, 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-480-4429 www.deerfield-beach.com
TO RSVP, visit mods.org/egghunt, call 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net.
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Friday, April 10 Ready, set, go! More than 8,000 eggs filled with candy will be scattered throughout the park. Prizes for finding special eggs. Ages 12 and under. Free. 6pm sharp, Oveta McKeithen Recreational Complex, 445 SW Second St., 954-480-4429 www.deerfield-beach.com
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SPRING EGG HUNT Saturday, April 4 Little ones can meet the Spring Bunny and find hidden treasures in bright, colorful eggs. 10am-noon, South Side Cultural Arts Center, 701 S. Andrews Ave., www.fortlauderdale.gov
FAMILY FUN & RESOURCE FAIR AND EGG-A-PALOOZA Saturday, April 4 Bring the family for games, raffles, entertainment and an egg hunt. 11am-3pm, Rev. Samuel Delevoe Park, 2520 NW Sixth St., www.cscbroward.org
SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA Friday, April 10 Festivities include an egg hunt, a visit with the Bunny and more. Noon-4pm, Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., www.fortlauderdale.gov
SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA Saturday, April 11 Enjoy egg hunts and family fun at this springtime event. 11am-1pm, Mills Pond Park, 2201 NW Ninth Ave., www.fortlauderdale.gov
EGG-SPEDITION DINOSAUR EGG HUNT Saturday, April 11 Kids ages 10 and under can bring a basket for a dino-themed egg hunt with prizes. Ages 2-5, 9:30am; ages 6-10, 10:30am. Space is limited. Participants should arrive 30 minutes early. $21/child, includes museum admission. Regular admission fees apply for adults. Pre-registration required. Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., 954-713-0930 www.mods.org
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CROISSANT PARK EGG HUNT Saturday, April 11 Meet the Spring Bunny and celebrate spring with egg hunts and prizes. Noon-2pm, Croissant Park, 245 W. Park Dr., www.fortlauderdale.gov
EGG-STRAVAGANZA Saturday, April 11 Bring a basket for a traditional egg hunt, and get ready to snap some photos to capture your child’s excitement. The fun begins at 10am sharp. Free. 10am-2pm, Peter Bluesten Park, 501 SE First St., 954-457-1460 www.hallandalebeach.org
SPRING MARSHMALLOW DROP Saturday, April 4 A fun-filled day with entertainment, an egg hunt, bounce house, a marshmallow drop and personal meetings with the Bunny. Free. 2-5pm, Boulevard Heights Community Center, 6770 Garfield St., 954-921-3404 www.hollywoodfl.org
EGG HUNT Saturday, April 11 Hop on over to one of two egg hunts with prizes, bunny ears, crafts, a visit from Peter Rabbit and fun. Free. Egg Hunt at 10am. 9:30-11am, Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Blvd., and Pembroke Shores Park, 501 SW 172 Ave., 954-392-2116 www.ppines.com
ROYAL EGG HUNT Saturday, April 11 Bring a basket or bag and join in the hunt for hidden eggs. Ages 3-10, grouped by age. 10am sharp, Sunset Park, 10600 Cleary Blvd., 954-452-2510 www.plantation.org
SPRING FLING Saturday, April 4 Celebrate spring with music, games, a DJ, egg hunt, inflatables, arts & crafts, and more. 9am-noon, Pompano Beach Community Park, 1700 NE Eighth St., 954-786-4111 www.pompanobeachfl.gov
FUN WITH THE BUNNY Saturday, April 11 Bring the kids for arts and crafts, face painting, a magic show, activities, music, and a take-your-own-photo opportunity with the Bunny. 11am-1pm (photos with the Bunny until 3pm), Pompano Citi Centre, SW Corner of Copans Road and Federal Highway, 954-943-4683 www.pompanociticentre.com
ROYAL EGG HUNT Saturday, April 4 Dress as your favorite princess or prince and
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TAMARAC SPRINGFEST Saturday, April 4 A morning of fun with an egg hunt, bounce houses and spring-themed games. Ages 10 & under. Free. Hunt at 10am; activities continue through noon. Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 NW 77 St., 954-597-3620 www.tamarac.org
ROYAL EGG HUNT Saturday, April 11 Kids can hunt for more than 30,000 candy-filled eggs hidden on four fields, followed by fun on a bounce house, photos with the Royal Bunny and more. Ages 10 & under. 10am sharp, Weston Regional Park, 20200 Saddle Club Rd., 954-389-4321 www.westonfl.org
BRUNCH WITH THE BUNNY Saturday, April 4 Hop on over to the community center for a special brunch, photos with the Bunny, face painting, bounce houses and more. Pre-registration required. $5/adult, $3/child. 11am-1pm, Hagen Park Community Center, 2020 Wilton Dr., www.wiltonmanors.com
SPRING EGG DIVE Friday, April 10 An underwater hunt in which children search for pennies on the bottom of the pool and turn them in for eggs filled with toys. For ages 5-13. Free. Starts promptly at 10:30am, Meadows Park Pool, 1300 NW Eighth St., Boca Raton, 561-393-7851
PHOTOS WITH THE BUNNY Friday-Saturday, April 10-11 Say hello to the Bunny, pose for a photo and enjoy one complimentary ride on the Wildlife Carousel. Included with regular Zoo admission. 9am-2pm, Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach, 561-547-9453 www.palmbeachzoo.org
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FAMILY FUN
Pompano Beach Aquatics Center
FAVORITE BEACH Dania Beach Deerfield Beach
Rapids Water Park
Scottish Festival & Highland Games at Plantation Heritage Park
Splash Adventure at Quiet Waters Park
South Florida Fair
Tropical Splash at Central Broward Park
Touch-a-Truck, Cooper City
Fort Lauderdale Beach
FAVORITE FAMILY EVENT
Hollywood Beach
Bounce for Autism at NSU
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Brightline’s The Polar Express
Pompano Beach
Butterfly World Anniversary Weekends
FAVORITE PLACE TO SWIM & SPLASH
Camelot Days Medieval Festival at T.Y. Park
Calypso Cove Aquatic Facility
Family Fun Fridays at Gulfstream Park
Caporella Aquatic Center
Festival of the Arts at Young At Art Museum
Castaway Island at T.Y. Park
Florida Renaissance Festival at Quiet Waters Park
Davie Pro Rodeo
Coconut Cove Waterpark
Tradewinds Park Fall Fest Water Matters Day at Tree Tops Park
FAVORITE SOUTH FLORIDA ATTRACTION Butterfly World Candytopia, Aventura Mall Everglades National Park Flamingo Gardens Holiday Fantasy of Lights at Tradewinds Park Hollywood Hot Glass
Croissant Park Pool
Hayrides and S’mores at Broward County Parks
Davie Pine Island Aquatics Center
KID Duck Fest Derby
Palm Beach Zoo
Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex
NSU’s A Day for Children
Santa’s Enchanted Forest
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Orange Blossom Festival
The Village at Gulfstream Park
Paradise Cove at C.B. Smith Park
Pony Jail ‘N Bail for Tomorrow’s Rainbow
Wynwood, Miami
Pembroke Pines YMCA Aquatic Center
Recycled Fashion Show at Young At Art Museum
Xtreme Action Park
Plantation Woods splash pad
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Zoo Miami
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FAVORITE SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
K1 Speed, Hollywood
Island City Preserve
Lockbox Escape Room
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
Markham Park
Model Train Rides at Tradewinds Park
Miami Children’s Museum
Plantation Central Park
Tigertail Lake Recreation Center
Museum of Discovery and Science
Plantation Heritage Park
Water Taxi
Museum of Illusions, Miami
Plantation Woods
Xtreme Action Park
NSU Art Museum
Robbins Preserve Park and Lodge
Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
Sunset Point Park T.Y. Park
FAVORITE SOUTH FLORIDA RESORT OR HOTEL FOR FAMILIES
Tradewinds Park
B Ocean Resort
Tree Tops Park
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
South Florida Science Center and Aquarium Young At Art Museum
FAVORITE PARK OR PLAYGROUND
Wolf Lake Park
Anne Kolb Nature Center
FAVORITE LOCAL ADVENTURE
Bayview Park
Bluefoot Pirate Adventures
C.B. Smith Park
Boomers! Boca Raton
Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park
Everglades Airboat Rides at Sawgrass Recreation Park
Florence Hardy Park & Southside Cultural Center Frost Park Recreational Complex
FlowRider at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Holiday Park
Fort Lauderdale Tiki
Hollywood ArtsPark at Young Circle
Jungle Queen Riverboat
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ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
Museum of Discovery & Science
FAVORITE INDOOR PLAYGROUND FOR LITTLE ONES
Nova Gymnastics Off the Wall
Flippo’s
Pines Ice Arena
Fun Play and Party
Prissy Missy Spa
Gecko Parx
Rapids Water Park
Jump Start
Rockin’ Jump
Laser Jump
SeaQuest
Little Java’s
SpareZ
Monkey Joe’s
Strike 10 Bowling at Gulfstream Park
My Gym
Tigertail Lake Recreation Center
The WOW Factory
Xtreme Action Park
FAVORITE INDOOR DESTINATION FOR OLDER KIDS
Young At Art Museum
Creation Station, Broward Main Library
Astrid Audet Academy
Dave & Buster’s
Broadway Kids Studio
Gecko Parx
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
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C By Me Creative Art Studio
In the Game Sawgrass Mills
Candy Jazz Dance Academy
Jump Start
Dance Explosion
Laser Jump
Dancing Plus
Lazerland
Dynamite Dance
Monster Mini Golf
Florida Children’s Theatre
Off the Wall
Harris Art Studio
Pines Ice Arena
Hollywood Art and Culture Center
Rebounderz
Meg Segreto’s Dance Centre
Rockin’ Jump
Mrs. P’s Dance and Aerobics
SeaQuest
MUSE Center for the Arts
Sky Zone
One Step Up Dance Studio
SpareZ
Performance Edge 2
The WOW Factory
School of Rock
Xtreme Action Park
The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery
FAVORITE PARTY PLACE
Young At Art Museum
Bright & Smart Engineering Skills for Kids
FAVORITE FITNESS FUN
C By Me Creative Art Studio
American Top Team Fort Lauderdale
Chuck E. Cheese
Betti Stradling Skate Park
Dave & Buster’s
British Swim School
Fairytales Hollywood
Darsana Martial Arts
Flamingo Gardens
Fitwize 4 Kids
Flippo’s
Fort Lauderdale Stars Gymnastics
Gecko Parx
Hollywood YMCA
Humane Society of Broward County
JAAC’D UP Sports
In the Game Sawgrass Mills
Kidokinetics
Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor
Little Buddhas Yoga
JOANN craft parties
My Gym
Laser Jump
Park Avenue Gymnastics
Paradise Cove at C.B. Smith Park
FAVORITE ARTS PROGRAM (Dance, Theatre, Art or Music)
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FAVORITE AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM American TKD Martial Arts Broadway Kids Studio Coral Reef Gymnastics and Cheer David Posnack JCC Fitwize 4 Kids Florida Children’s Theatre Gravity Gymnastics Nob Hill Academy Nova Gymnastics Park Avenue Gymnastics Smart and Fit Kids TAG USA Gymnastics and Trampoline Twins Gymnastics YMCA Young At Art Museum
FAVORITE ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT/ TUTORING PROGRAM Brain Balance Code Ninjas Huntington Learning Center IMACS Kumon Mathnasium Sylvan Learning Center The Tutoring Center
FAVORITE CAMP PROGRAM All Out Skate Camp at Ramp 48 Broadway Kids Broward Center for the Performing Arts Broward County Parks Camp Chameleon at Markham Park Camp Kadima at David Posnack JCC Camp Live Oak Camp Nova Camp Renegade Camp Woodland at C.B. Smith Park Daytrippers/JACC’D UP Sports Humane Society of Broward County continued on page 30
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Dough Boys Pizza
FAVORITE FAMILY RESTAURANT (NON CHAIN)
Enzo’s Jacaranda Pizza
Bento Asian Kitchen & Sushi
Jet’s
School of Rock
Ciro’s Deli & Pizzeria
Joe’s Pizza & Pasta
Summer Exploration at NSU’s Mailman Segal Center
ethos Greek Bistro
John the Baker
Gabose Korean & Japanese Restaurant
Mauro’s
YMCA
Graziano’s
Pete’s A Place
Young At Art Museum
Green Bar & Kitchen
Phil’s Heavenly Pizza
FAVORITE INFANT/ TODDLER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Hero Thai Sushi Hibachi
Pieology
Izgara Express
Piola
Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor
Pizza Heaven
John the Baker
Primanti Bros.
Ovlo Eats
Rotelli Pizza & Pasta
Pirate Republic Seafood
Stromboli Pizza
Spaghetto Factory
Vito’s Gourmet Pizza
TooJay’s Deli
FAVORITE BURGER JOINT
FAVORITE PIZZA PLACE
Burger 21
Pups and Tots at Humane Society of Broward County
Amore Gourmet Pizza
Burger Fi
Singer Early Childhood Learning Center at David Posnack JCC
Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza
BurgerIM
Big Louie’s
Burgers & Shakes
The Yoga Nest
Blaze Pizza
Charm City Burgers
WowMoms World
Costco Pizza
Jack’s Old Fashion Hamburger House
Kids and Teens Summer College at Broward College Meg Segreto’s Dance Centre Pompano Beach High Young Scholar Academy
Baby & Me at Bright Minds International Academy Broward County Library storytime programs Meg Segreto’s Dance Centre toddler acrobatics Parenting Place at Mailman Segal Center at NSU
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Rosie’s Bar & Grill Steak ‘n Shake Tap 42 Top Round
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FAVORITE PEDIATRIC PRACTICE
Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor
Children’s Medical Center
Giborim U at David Posnack JCC
Kilwins Chocolates
Pediatric Associates
Larry’s Ice Cream
Sabrina Cohen Foundation: Adaptive Beach Days
Magic Cow
FAVORITE HOSPITAL FOR PEDIATRICS
Sensory Friendly Screenings at Paragon Theaters
Midnight Cookies & Cream
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Phenomenon
Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital at Broward Health
Starting Right at NSU’s Mailman Segal Center
Hanji Snow Cream and Boba Tea
Richie’s Gourmet Italian Ices Siciliano’s Frozen Custard
FAVORITE PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY ROOM
Wilton Creamery
FAVORITE BREAKFAST PLACE
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
Another Broken Egg Café
Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital at Broward Health
Bake Shack
West Boca Medical Center
Bogart’s American Kitchen Chesapeake Bagel Bakery Dandee Donuts Denny’s First Watch
Children With Special Needs Family Resource Fair
Surfers for Autism Young At Art Museum Sensory Sunday
FAVORITE MATERNITY HOSPITAL Boca Raton Regional Hospital Broward Health Coral Springs Broward Health Medical Center
FAVORITE URGENT CARE CENTER
Holy Cross Hospital Parenting Center
After Hours Pediatrics Urgent Care
Memorial Regional Hospital
Broward Health Urgent Care
Plantation General Hospital
CareSpot Urgent Care
Memorial Hospital West
PLACES TO SHOP
Flashback Diner
MD Now Urgent Care
Grampa’s Bakery & Restaurant
Memorial Urgent Care Center
iHop
Quick Family Urgent Care
FAVORITE STORE FOR KIDS’ STUFF
Lester’s Diner
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Denny’s
Margaritaville Coffee Shop
I Know Science Toy Store & Sci-Lab
Mojo Donuts
FAVORITE PEDIATRIC SPECIALIST (orthopedic, allergist, psychologist, speech, etc.)
Plantation Diner
Dr. Jason Adler
Taft Street Cafe
Dr. Carolina Rodriguez
The Hen and the Hog
Dr. Steven L. Singer
TooJay’s Deli
FAVORITE PEDIATRIC DENTIST/ORTHODONTIST
Marian’s Bagel Milk Money Bar & Kitchen
FAVORITE FARMERS’ MARKET
Dr. Julian Berlin, Cosmic Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Brothers Farmers Market Flamingo Road Nursery Las Olas Oceanside Park Market Marando Farms Market in the Park at Gulfstream Park Parkland Farmer’s Market
Toy Express
FAVORITE MALL OR SHOPPING CENTER Promenade at Coconut Creek Sawgrass Mills mall Shops at Pembroke Gardens
Journey Kids Dental
The Village at Gulfstream Park
Sage Dental
Tower Shops
South Florida Dentistry For Children
Westfield Broward
Yellow Green Farmers Market
HEALTH & FITNESS
Baudhuin Preschool at NSU’s Mailman Segal Center
FAVORITE PEDIATRICIAN
Teen Angel
The Fountains
FAVORITE FACILITY OR PROVIDER FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
Southwest Ranches Farmers Market
Pink & Blues Boutique
Dr. Sandra Brener
Super Smiles
Plantation Farmer’s Market at Volunteer Park
Mermaid Cove
Kids in Distress The Kidz Korner
FAVORITE KIDS’ ACTIVITY AT A SHOPPING DESTINATION Aquarium at Bass Pro Shops Carousel at Pompano Citi Centre Rainforest Cafe at Sawgrass Mills Småland at IKEA
Therapies 4 Kids
FAVORITE STORE FOR KIDS’ DECOR
We Rock the Spectrum
Buy Buy Baby IKEA
Dr. Theodore Morrison
FAVORITE PROGRAM FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
Dr. Christina Urena
AMC Sensory Friendly Films
Target
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Parenting’s latest lingo ARE YOU A HELICOPTER OR A JELLYFISH? BY CHERYL MAGUIRE
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hen I was growing up, parents were referred to as, well, parents. But nowadays, it is hard to keep up with the trendy terms to describe people who raise children. First there were helicopter parents, then lawnmower parents, and now we have snowplow parents. I wonder what the next machine metaphor will be. Since land and air vehicles have been covered, maybe submarine? Turns out there is one of those already. Besides machines, there are animal and invertebrate types of parents. Do animals also gather around and
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coin terms for their parents? Would they say, “You are really acting like a human parent right now”? Maybe that could be the basis of the next Disney Pixar movie. Until then, here is a cheat sheet of the latest lingo. THE ANIMAL/INVERTEBRATE PARENTS Jellyfish Parent. A jellyfish parent is permissive and doesn’t create many rules or expectations. They often give in to avoid confrontation and lack a backbone, just like a jellyfish. How do you know you are acting like one? Your kid has been whining all day to eat their Halloween candy. Even though you know they can’t handle
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eating sugar, you hand over the bag and let them have at it. When they are running around the house, unable to go to sleep, you realize that saying “no” would have been easier than dealing with your current Tasmanian Devil. Tiger Parent. Tiger parents are strict and demanding. They prioritize academic and extracurricular success. How do you know you are acting like one? Your favorite show is Dance Moms, and you think the media has unjustly demonized the moms who are only trying to help their kids be on Broadway. Elephant Parent. Elephant parents are the opposite of tiger parents (although
I would have picked a koala bear or something cute and cuddly as the opposite). They focus on nurturing and encouraging instead of tough love and being demanding. These parents are protective of their young and intervene at the first sign of danger. Sometimes these types of parents can be jellyfish-like in that they are permissive and lack boundaries. (Again not seeing the similarity to an actual elephant — maybe I should help coin these terms.) How do you know you are acting like one? Not only did you have a video cam on your baby’s bassinet, but you also situated the monitor directly next to your bed. At the first hint of a whimper, you sprang out of bed and placed your baby next to you, where you wanted the baby to be all along.
than mowing. But they are similar in the sense that they remove any obstacles in their child’s way. The snowplow parent does not want their child to have to deal with problems, so the parent intervenes and fixes them. I guess the people who reside in the cold weather wanted their own term since it is pretty much the same as the lawnmower parent — just, you know, more powerful. How do you know you are acting like one? You deliver your child’s forgotten jacket, mittens and hat to the school so that they can go outside for recess even though you are fully aware that they wore shorts and short sleeves to school. And you know they didn’t forget, but rather chose not to bring any of those items because they have
no intention of wearing them. THE MACHINE PARENTS Helicopter Parent. A helicopter parent Bulldozer Parent. See definition for is one who hovers over their Snowplow. This one is child’s every move and helps for the warmer-climate when needed. They tend to parents who were worry a lot about their child. not happy with the You hover next to your How do you know you lawnmower metaphor child as they eat a are acting like one? You and wanted a more hotdog that has been cut hover next to your child as robust descriptor. into so many pieces that they eat a hotdog that has They also never shoveled it resembles grains been cut into so many pieces 15 feet of cold, wet snow of sand on a beach that it resembles grains of in freezing temperatures, instead of food. sand on a beach instead of and therefore they food. You then count the don’t comprehend how bites they consume to make powerful and savior-like sure they are receiving a snowplow is when it the proper nutrition. If they clears the road. haven’t reached 15 bites, you tell them they How do you know you are acting like need to eat one more bite before they one? Before your kid goes to the beach, leave the table. not only do you pack sunscreen, towels, Lawnmower Parent: Lawnmower 10 water bottles and 100 snacks, you also parents are more aggressive than the apply the sunscreen to your teenager, helicopter parent. Like a lawnmower that cuts grass or anything in its path, the lawnmower parent mows away obstacles so their child doesn’t have to experience them. How do you know you are acting like one? When your kid calls, texts or sends a smoke signal to you that they forgot their lunch, you rush it over to the school faster than a FedEx delivery truck. Ditto for homework, sports equipment and a water bottle. The thought of your child lacking in hydration for five minutes sends you into a tailspin. Snowplow Parent. The snowplow parent is more aggressive than a lawnmower parent since plowing requires more force
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who is fully capable of depressing the button on the sunscreen spray bottle. SO WHICH ONE ARE YOU? I’ll admit, I’ve probably exhibited symptoms of all these types of parents over the years. When you have three kids, you are going to resort to whatever works in the moment. So instead of referring to parents as machines or animals, maybe we can just call them what they are: superheroes.
Cheryl Maguire holds a master of counseling psychology degree and honorary status as a Tiger Elephant Snowplow Whiz.
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s a mother of six children, I have found myself comparing one child to another many times. I know their physical, emotional and intellectual development will progress at a rate unique to each child, and each will have their own strengths and weaknesses. But it is hard not to think “Your sister never did this” in the middle of a tantrum over a seemingly trivial problem. Parents often battle the urge to compare one child to another. It is a natural reaction, considering we use comparisons to make decisions involving nearly every other aspect of our lives. When dealing with two or more children, we must do the exact opposite of this natural tendency. “This was hard for me when my son was younger. He had several developmental
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delays, and I would struggle with comparing him to where his sister was at that age,” said Ashley Clark, a mother of two. “I knew it wasn’t healthy for any of us, and I had to let it go.” Comparing siblings can have negative effects because it can create jealousy, sibling rivalry, feelings of self-doubt and negative effects on the parent-child relationship. We know each child is different, with their own gifts, struggles and personality, which affect how they grow, learn and develop. So how do we learn to appreciate these differences rather than compare them? Identify their strengths. When the urge to compare your children arises, identify the strengths of each child. One may have an excellent sense of coordination and excel in physical development and, later, in
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sports. Another child may have no interest in sports but have a knack for listening to others and perceiving how they are feeling. Compassion and caretaking may come naturally to a child with these strengths. “It helps to see how their differences help all of us as a whole,” said Elizabeth DeArmond, a mother of four. “We balance each other out.” While taking notes on strengths, acknowledge areas where each child may struggle, and allow more patience and instruction in this area without putting the child down. We all have different strengths and struggles, and we need to learn to embrace them. As your child grows, keep your expectations in line with their abilities and interests. Focus on the child’s efforts. Instead of
comparing one child’s struggles to another child’s successes, try to focus on each child’s efforts and improvements. “I have to remind myself that the kids are all different and continue to train them accordingly,” said Kelly Lawton, a mother of five. “Eventually they will mature at their own pace and will ultimately grow into productive, independent adults.” Things come easily to some, while others put in hard work to gain the same result. Instead of noting the ease with which one child can accomplish tasks, take note and celebrate the child who is putting in the most effort, and congratulate them on any improvements made. “Once I embraced their differences, I could appreciate where they are as little people,” Clark said. Celebrate individual milestones. As parents, we desire to be “fair” to all of our children. I noticed as my children grew, I became so focused on being fair that I was missing the celebration of the individual milestones that were important and meaningful to each child. Being fair is a great goal, but part of that is appreciating each child’s differences rather than comparing them as a group.
When you notice your child has a new accomplishment, share it with the entire family at dinner. It lets them know you pay attention to their individual success. No one wants to hear “Why can’t you be more like your sister?” Comparisons feel like judgment. While it goes against our natural instinct, we must learn to see the individuality in our children. “My twin girls are emotionally different, which has led me to parent each one differently. The sensitive one needs gentle corrections, while the other responds better to timeouts and words of affirmation,” said Jennifer Klindworth. “When we have the chance, we separate them and go on outings for one-on-one time. It is amazing how different they are when they are not competing for attention.” Loving and appreciating your children for their differences doesn’t mean you love one more than other. It means you have learned to love each of them for their unique qualities. Sarah Lyons is a freelance writer and stay-at-home mom to six children, which gives her ample opportunity to celebrate their individuality.
How to Celebrate Differences in Your Children • Treat them as individuals • Seek out what makes them unique • Recognize their strengths and struggles • Choose activities they love • Foster separate friendships • Listen to what they say • Give them choices • Spend one-on-one time with each child
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or some parents, trying to stay on top of their kids’ social media usage is like playing technology whack-a-mole: By the time you’ve got your Snapchat ready to deliver, your kids have moved on to Instagram or TikTok. In the ever-evolving world of apps, it’s often a dizzying challenge for parents to keep up. Kids’ natural ability to gravitate fluidly to the next cool thing can reinforce parental worries that their kids might be vulnerable to social media pitfalls. For parents trying to stay a step ahead, here’s a guide to some of the most common social media red flags, the apps they’re found in and how to deal with them. Most kids use apps safely, so a red flag doesn’t necessarily mean they should avoid a particular app. Also, problematic features can usually be disabled.
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Remember, the best approach is talking to your children about using social media safely, responsibly and respectfully. ADS AND IN-APP PURCHASES. Examples: Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat. Many free apps make their money by providing purchase opportunities. Some track what you buy and show you targeted ads, and some even offer targeted chats with businesses, which means your kid could be invited into a chat with someone trying to sell a product. What to do: Set limits with your kids about in-app purchases and check out the types of ads. Then alert your kids to the different kinds of digital marketing and discuss how they should respond if someone tries to sell them something online. AGE-INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT. Instagram, Tumblr, Snapchat. Sure,
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messages from your kids’ friends can be more explicit than you’d like — sexting is a prime offender — but perhaps a bigger concern is an app that features user-generated content inappropriate for your kid’s age. What to do: Ask your kids whom they follow and ask to see what’s being posted. Use the app yourself and get a sense of what comes up in an average feed. Then try searching to see how easy it is to find troubling content. Check the app’s terms of use to see what is allowed and whether users can flag violators. ANONYMITY. Yolo, Whisper, Lipsi. Hiding behind their anonymity, people on certain sites can feel they are untouchable and end up hurting other users. Also, though kids may feel safe enough to share sensitive or painful
things, they may be attacked for it and not receive the support they need. What to do: Make sure your teens understand the risks and know how to block and report other users. Also, if they need to talk about a problem they’re uncomfortable sharing with you, provide opportunities for them to share with other trusted people. CYBERBULLYING. Instagram, Snapchat, Roblox, Twitter. This remains a major concern that can happen on any social-media app. If it allows anonymous posting and is used in schools, it’s a safe bet it will be abused. What to do: Try to get a sense of any trouble by asking around and paying attention to what parents, teachers and other kids are saying. Make sure your kids understand how to report and block
Embarrassing or mean moments are easily captured and shared later. What to do: Try to find out why your kids want to share videos of themselves and discuss what’s appropriate. Direct your teen’s creativity toward constructive uses, like using editing programs to create shorts or creating an interest-based channel. SECRET CHAT ROOMS. Discord, IMVU. Whether invitation-only or drop-in, chat rooms are risky because they are open to no-holds-barred conversations. Some private chats are intended for sexual content; others are forums for hate speech. Even if kids create private groups to avoid the problems associated with public groups, chat rooms still make it more difficult for parents to know what their kids are doing online.
other users, and refer to school policy on cyberbullying. LOCATION TRACKING AND SHARING. Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram. Wherever you go, your social media apps may know about it. When you allow location identification — even if your profile only indicates a city or neighborhood — you’re often tracked within a city block, and your posts can include your location. What to do: Turn off location settings on the phone AND in the app. Then check to see whether previous posts include location information and delete it. PUBLIC DEFAULT SETTINGS. Instagram, TikTok, Twitter. Profiles are public by default on some apps, meaning a kid’s name, picture and posts are available to everyone. What to do: As soon as you download the app, go into the settings to check the
What to do: It’s OK if kids create or use a private chat room with friends to safeguard against strangers, but you should have them tell you before they join so you can check it out. In general, kids should be cautioned about joining chat rooms and to be on the alert for predatory behavior. “TEMPORARY” PICTURES AND VIDEOS. Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook Messenger, Confide. Pictures and texts of a compromising nature get kids in hot water because nothing shared between devices is truly private or temporary. What to do: Let your kids know that nothing they send will disappear, and that it’s easy for others to share what they’ve sent. Explain to your kids how “disappearing” pictures got others into trouble — and that there’s no reason it couldn’t happen to them.
defaults. If a kid is using the same program on a browser, check there, too. RANDOM OR LIVE VIDEO CHAT. HOLLA, Monkey, ChatLive. Any app that invites kids to “meet new friends” is in some way enabling chats with strangers, and it usually has lots of sexual content and adults trying to hook up. What to do: It might be best for your teens to meet new friends via an app based on a particular interest, with text-based group forums so they can find their people. REAL-TIME VIDEO STREAMING. YouNow, Instagram, Twitch. Live streaming makes it very easy for kids to share personal information they didn’t mean to without knowing exactly who’s watching.
TOXIC CULTURE. 4Chan, 8Chan, Discord, Twitch. Some sites and apps attract trolls and other confrontationaltypes who get in your face to express extreme views. Some kids are drawn into this provocative communication, even though it can quickly escalate into bullying, sexism and hate speech. What to do: Toxic culture can really mess with kids’ self-esteem. Seek to understand why your kids want to use certain platforms, and assure that they know how to deflect negativity and then report it.
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Keep it simple EASY WAYS TO EMBRACE LESS STUFF BY KATHRYN STREETER
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s an urban mama, I raised my kids by necessity in small places. One of the greatest unintended side effects, I discovered, is that less space served as an automatic check on rash purchases. More profoundly, it forced me to get creative. There are many good reasons to live a simple, uncluttered life, but getting kids to agree to less “stuff” can be challenging. How can you foster discipline and good habits in kids so they will cooperate with the effort to cut back? Having a plan can help you and your kids adopt a happier-with-less mindset. Our giving game, aka how to encourage recycling. Each month, I combed through the house, garbage bag in tow, sorting out what we didn’t need anymore to take to our local thrift store. Goal: Sell the recycling concept by passing our unused stuff to others. “It’s no longer useful to us, but I guarantee, it will be for someone else,” I said. Today’s kids are socially conscious creatures, after all. Something leaves when something new enters the house. When a new article of clothing appeared, another piece of clothing had to leave. I allowed drawers and closet space to determine how much was enough. When toys bulged and didn’t fit, my thought wasn’t to shuffle things down to the basement or to the attic. We had neither. Truth is, it’s liberating to adopt the habit of cycling things out when new things come in. Pass along this happy vibe to your kids through your tone and word choice to encourage kids’ cheerful cooperation. Talk openly with your kids in new, honest ways about possessions. In teaching our kids good stewardship and enjoyment of what they do possess, we should engage them in thoughtful conversation about taking care of what we own. That once-loved watch buried in a drawer? Get the battery changed or part with it. What we care about, we’ll use and maintain in mint condition, like my sneaker-head teen son does today with his prize collection, which is neatly displayed on his closet shelf.
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Be sure to walk the talk. Taking steps to repair, donate or sell things around the house that aren’t being used will model good stewardship to our kids. Identify areas of excess. Keeping track of possessions is tough. Have you ever thought, “I know I have C batteries around here somewhere,” but since you can’t track them down, you have to go out and buy them — again? The same goes for our kids. I’m not the only one who has been cornered by a distraught child missing a part of their school uniform or earbuds. At the end of the day, when things get lost in our homes, it’s easy to blame it on haphazard organization. But it could be a picture of excess, plain and simple. Cutting back will help us enjoy the stuff we really need and truly love. Best of all, less distracting clutter in our homes opens up more mental space, enabling us to better enjoy those busy little people in our midst, who are worth far more than all the stuff in the world. Kathryn Streeter is a freelance writer whose stories have appeared in numerous publications. She is looking forward to a good spring cleaning now that the season has arrived.
Reaching new heights in pediatric care for 70 years
March 20, 2020 Our 70th birthday
July 9, 2019 Opening of the Fetal Care Center, a 10-bed, high-risk infant special delivery unit.
October 25, 2016 The Advanced Pediatric Care Pavilion opens.
March 20, 2015
For 70 years the highest-quality,
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world-class pediatric care has been right here in your own backyard. Nicklaus Children’s has been committed to providing
2010 Miami Children’s forges a relationship with the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation.
children and their families the most innovative treatments by the most experienced team in the region. This is the foundation on
1998 Dan Marino Outpatient Center opens.
which we built and continue to build our reputation as a leader in pediatric care. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. For health. For life.
1986 A new 213,000-square-foot hospital is dedicated.
1983 Variety Children’s Hospital is renamed Miami Children’s Hospital.
1965 The hospital opens its first intensive care unit.
1958 The hospital becomes a teaching hospital to prepare doctors in the field of pediatrics.
March 20, 1950
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