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Getting our children to read for fun is extremely important, but it can also be a bit of challenge.

Some children lack the motivation to read for fun because they spend the majority of their time reading in school. Reading is an important skill to shape in your child. A strong reader is usually more successful in school seeing as every subject involves reading. But what can you do if your child refuses to read? If you have a reluctant reader, here are a few tips to transform your child into a little bookworm.

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Try different genres: Many children are reluctant to read because they can’t find books they like. Introduce all types of genres to your child until they find one that interests them.

Set aside reading time: Take 30 minutes to an hour out of the day to read with your children. Make it a family affair! Make sure everyone in the house stops what they’re doing to sit down to read together. Your child will be more willing to read if he sees everyone reading, too.

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Start a book club: Start a book club for your child and his friends. Let them pick what they want to read and provide snacks.

If you or your child don’t know where to start, below is a suggested reading list of books that your child may enjoy, courtesy of ala.org.

Ages 5-7

Ages 8-10

Ages 11-13

Are We There Yet?

by Dan Santat

The Blackthorn Key

by Kevin Sands

Lost in the Sun

by Lisa Graff

Lenny and Lucy

by Philip C. Stead

The Jumbles

by Tracey Baptiste

Beatle Boy

by M. G. Leonard

Power Down, Little Robot

by Anna Staniszewski

The Terrible Two

by Mac Barnett and Jory Jon

The Night Parade

by Kathryn Tanquary

Ten Rules of Being a Superhero

by Deb Pilutti

My Pet Human

by Yasmine Surovec

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ourself in this world can be hard enough, but what happens when there are two of you? At a basic ence tells us that you are a product of your genes and your environment. Simply put, you are shaped ature and nurture. Yet, this explanation gets complicated when you consider twins. Twins have the nes, and typically grow up in the same environment. However, if you’ve ever met a pair of twins, you’d agree that they’re two completely different people. There are two types of twins: identical and fraternal. case they tend to paired together in everyones eyes as the same.

dibly common for many twins to dress alike, especially when they are younger. More often than not, always together, sometimes making it that much harder to tell them apart. Twins share an unshakeable me say they feel pain when the other twin gets hurt. Some twins create a secret language that only understand. It’s both strange and fascinating to watch these two seemingly identical beings interact another. However, it is so important to remember that they are individuals!

e still treated as two halves of a whole, rather than as individuals. Even thought they sometimes look doesn’t mean they behave or think alike. Twins disagree with one another, just like other siblings hey have different styles, tastes and hobbies. To treat them as one instead of two is unfair.

Sometimes being branded a twin can be a hindrance to the vital goal of growing into distinctive, individuals. Supporting and nurturing different personalities is crucial to raising happy twins who have their own goals and paths in life.

They’re personalities may be polar opposites, but they will forever be interconnected as twins. They’ll always understand each other a little more than anyone else, and that truly makes them one of a kind.

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Social media is all around us. It seems like everyone is logging on to sites like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. People upload pictures, post information and share their stories all on social media. Social media isn’t just used by adults and teens. Children are encountering social media, whether you want them to or not, more and more. According to guardchild.com, 38 percent of Facebook users in the last year were under the age of 13.

If your kids are even thinking about joining social media, you need to have a discussion with them about it. Introducing your children to social media can help open up communication if future problems were to arise. Your children will be more honest about what they do online, and they’ll feel more comfortable coming to you with issues.

Here are some dos and don’ts for introducing your kids to social media.

DO give your kids access to social media Some parents forbid their children from all social media sites because of security and privacy concerns. They’re right to be concerned, however complete restriction may not be the best route to take.

In today’s society, it is inevitable for your children to be exposed to social media at some point. If you’re talked about it with them prior to their usage, they’ll know how to avoid inappropriate content, how to follow rules and what they should and should not post.

DON’T let them have unlimited access Letting your children have unlimited, unmonitored access to social media is not a good practice. It’s best to put some restrictions on your kids’ social media use. Too much time spent on social media can take time and attention away from schoolwork, family activities and friends in the real world. Put a reasonable time limit on your children’s social media access. Half an hour a day is more than enough time for your child to spend on Facebook, Instagram, etc. You should also monitor the sites your children are allowed to go on. Some sites have better privacy settings than others, and some sites are meant just for kids.

DO educate them about online threats Its well known that social media sites can be common places for cyber bullying, online predators and identity theft. Make sure your children know that their “friends” on social media sites aren’t necessarily their friends in real life. Teach them how to keep themselves safe online by being able to identify online threats, fake accounts or online bullies. Make sure they know not to post personal information, like their full name, birthdate, address or school. Also, make sure they upload appropriate pictures and posts. Its also a good idea to only allow them to connect online with people that you and your child know in the real world.

DON’T forget to monitor their activity You should know what sites your children use, what they post, who they talk to and how often they log in. It’s easier to monitor on a home computer that you can keep in a public area, but don’t forget about cell phones. Kids can access social media sites on any Internet-connected device, including smartphones, tablets and laptops. It’s important that your children know that social media rules apply on any device. You may want to install parental control apps on their cell phones If they use their phones when you’re not around.

DO take online safety precautions Be sure to take necessary precautions to keep your children safe on social media.

Set parental controls so you can block websites and limit the time your kids spend online.

Research the sites your children use, and make sure your kids are using all available privacy settings. Also, have your kids set secure passwords for their accounts, and make sure you know what their passwords are. Talking to your kids about social media is very important. They’ll be safer, and you’ll be more at ease

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What can kids can gain from the All American Sport?

Benefit for youth: Kids who take part in youth sports like softball and baseball are more likely to live longer, have fewer health issues, avoid substance abuse and attend college.

Overall fitness: According to the Sports Fitness Advisor website, a professional baseball player tends to be lean, with a body fat percentage of between 8 and 9, and able to run 60 yards in less than seven seconds.

Sunlight: Baseball is typically played outdoors, where players are exposed to sunlight, which is a great natural source of vitamin D. Sufficient amounts of daily vitamin D intake are crucial for your body to be able to absorb and metabolize calcium and phosphorus.

Sharpen the mind: Making split-second decisions on which is the correct strategy to implement on a certainplay can help keep the mind sharp and alert.

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Are you tired of seeing your children glued to the couch watching TV when it's a beautiful da to get them off the couch and outside for some outdoors fun! You can find so many adventu park, so plan a visit for your family. Use these suggestions to get your family off the couch a for some active, outdoors fun.

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Watch for wildlife: There is often wildlife at parks including birds, bugs and squirrels. Enco children to record the wildlife they see into a notebook. They can create drawings or even While watching for wildlife, your child will learn new things and also get some much neede

Go on a scavenger hunt: Work together to create a list of items you could see in a park lik swing, etc. Give your child a prize when they find all the items on the list.

Picnic in the park: Pack a picnic with your favorite foods to enjoy under the sun in your be Bring a blanket, sit back and enjoy the nice weather.

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Sometimes toddlers just don’t want to go to sleep.

Its 8 p.m., and you’re begging baby to please go to sleep. Instead of catching up with household chores or preparing for the following day, you spend the next two hours trying to get your child to sleep. Sound familiar? Many parents go through this situation every night. So what do you do when baby won’t go to bed? Follow these suggestions and hopefully tonight will be the night your child goes straight to sleep.

Teach your child to fall asleep alone: If your child only goes to bed when you're around, she's forming bad habits that will be hard to break later. The best thing you can do is let her fall asleep by herself. She’ll get used to going to bed alone and it will make your night time routine much easier.

Create a bedtime ritual. Start with bath time, then a goodnight story, then bed. Your child will know what to expect at night, and will look forward to the routine. Also, try to anticipate all of your child's nighttime requests and make them part of the bedtime routine. Put a glass of water on the night table, let your child use the bathroom one more time. Don’t forget to give your child extra hugs to last him the entire night!

Create a comfortable sleeping area. Your goal is to ensure that discomfort does not wake your child during the night. Consider a noise machine, black out curtains and a fan or warm blankets (depending on your home’s temperature) to make sure your child gets the best sleep possible.

Be firm. Even if your child whines and pleads, don’t let her have her way with you. Speak calmly and quietly but insist that when time's up, time's up. Do not give in to his request for "five minutes more, please."

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