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March/April 2019

Table of Contents

Amusements & Entertainment

Crayola Experience . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Elite Climbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 My Little Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Birthday Parties

Crayola Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Elite Climbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 My Little Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Children's Consignment Events Just Between Friends Sale . . . . . . . 12 Eats & Treats Dine on a Dime . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Education

Burlington County Parks . . . . . . . .

Essential Beginnings Learning Ctr .

Mathnasium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Library Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Robotech Educational Sevices . . . .

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Homeschool Adventures

Homeschool Adventure . . . . . . 14-15

Orthodontics

Tenbrook Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . 13

Worship Kid’s Lighthouse Church . . . . . . . 10

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3 Benefits of Kids Engaging with Nature

The surge of technology ushered in the captivation of screen time.

Whether it is the laptop, the smartphone, the gaming devices, or the the television - our children have steered away from outdoor hours.

The casualty of this transition is their optimal health. The good news is that families can quickly rebound from this pattern and organically shift time to embrace a richer development. Consider park time. Our counties offer beautiful trails (any time of the year) to explore, exercise, and engage with family. Or enroll in a park program to spark interest and discover the world around us. Here are some benefits your children will enjoy: 1. Physical & Mental Benefits - Studies have shown that increased outdoor activity improves mood, increases gross motor skills, and improves vision.

It also reduces depression, mental fatigue, and inflammation.

2. Improves Kid's Self-Confidence - Engaging with Nature can provide healing. Experiencing Nature offers peace, self-control, and self-discipline; creating a platform for a higher level of self-confidence.

3. Enhances Smartness - Nature exploration facilitates experiential learning, critical thinking, and analytical skill development; equipping children to thrive as teens and adults. Why not start small? Start with planning an outdoor activity monthly. Then, simply keep growing!

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Hug More, Stress Less Whether circumstances are good or bad, exciting or stressful, there are several simple ways to improve emotional and mental fitness.

As one example, sharing a hug with a loved one has been found to boost immune system responses, help fight disease and increase overall health, according to an article published by "The Guardian." Hugs increase serotonin, which is the body's natural antidepressant, can be a natural sleep aid and help reduce stress and anxiety.

However, according to the article, hugs are on the decline. Among the reasons for this decline in hugging are busy schedules and the prevalence of technology extending the workday into time spent at home. It can be hard to focus on personal connections when work follows you home in your pocket. At times, it seems there are stronger connections to mobile devices than family members sitting in the same room.

There is a simple solution, though. Get back to showing love through the simple act of hugging!

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In the spirit of reducing stress and giving meaningful, memorable hugs, consider these tips: Keep it real. Avoid superficial hugs or giving a hug just out of habit. Instead, try focusing on the hug and giving it with purpose, as an expression of friendship. Squeeze hard, but not too hard.

Take a breath. Once you are in the hug, pause for a moment and breathe. Just one breath. This is where you have the chance to squeeze a little longer. Go ahead and be a little vulnerable. In the moment, remember who you are hugging and why you are hugging him or her. This is a moment when the healing power of the hug can shine through, and a hug or squeeze is a sign of affection and trust.

Let it go. Be sensitive to the movements of the person you are hugging and be willing to be the first to let go. Leave the embrace with a smile on your face, even in the hardest moments of life.

Always let the person you are letting go of know you are happy.

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Easy Ways to Spark Your Infant's Curiosity It's the way your baby gazes into your eyes as if pondering the meaning of life. It's how your infant grabs onto your shirt to play with the buttons and collar. It's your toddler stacking and sorting, as if addressing a problem that only he can solve. These are all examples of curiosity at work, and it's something all kids have in common.

"Curiosity is an inherent characteristic that starts when we are babies and is important for brain development throughout life," says Rochelle Wainer, Ph.D., vice president of global insights at Baby Einstein, a leading baby product and toy brand. "For parents and caregivers, it's important to celebrate and support this curiosity as it's a trait that will help them lead a successful life. It helps cultivate many fundamental skills while building confidence and a love of learning."

While kids may be naturally curious, you can help plant the seeds of success by nurturing their drive for curiosity. Wainer offers simple research-backed ideas for inspiring curiosity at home: 6

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Stack the toy bin - Quality is more important than quantity for toys, and not all toys are created equal when it comes to inspiring curiosity and fostering development of critical skills.

Read, read, read - It's never too early to start reading to your child.

Reading is one of the most valuable ways to help children's language and imagination grow. Whether it's board books for babies or picture books for toddlers, try sitting down daily with your child and a good book.

You can make reading an interactive activity for you and your little one by having them pick out the book and help flip the pages. Ask them about the things they see on the pages. Have them point to different pictures and feel different textures. Even if they can't speak yet, you'll be communicating and building language skills.

"Encouraging your child's curiosity today will cultivate their confidence, creativity and discovery for tomorrow," says Wainer.

"These are just some of the countless activities that can help to set your child up for success as they grow and develop throughout life."

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Playroom & Cafe Birthday Parties School Trips Preschool Readiness Program Music & Art Classes 3163 Marne Hwy, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 Please say, “I found it in the Southwest New Jersey Kids’ Directory.” Thanks!

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Dine on a Dime EVERY DAY Recovery Sports Grill 109 Hancock Lane, Westampton, NJ (609) 702-3901 Kids Meals Priced at $2.99(and up) includes Drink, a Side, and a Treat SUNDAY Landmark America 1 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ (856) 863-6600 Kids Eat Free all day w/ purchase of an adult entrée Sunday & Wednesday Moe’s Southwest Grill 1055 Nixon Drive, Mount Laurel, NJ (856) 439-6026 Cross Key’s Commons, 611 Berlin Cross Keys Road, Sicklerville, NJ (856) 728-6600 1692 Clements Bridge Road, Deptford, NJ, (856) 845-4200 $0.99 Kids Meal all day w/ purchase of an adult entrée MONDAY

Don Pablos 1860 Deptford Center Road, Deptford, NJ, (856) 374-3841 1361 Nixon Drive, Moorestown, NJ (856) 642-6160 $1.99 Kids Meal w/ purchase of an adult entrée Friendly’s 3047 NJ-38, Mount Laurel, NJ, (856) 722-7557 Route 70 West, Marlton, NJ (856) 596-8286 $2.99 Kids Meal after 4pm, includes Drink and Dessert (Mount Laurel) $1.99 Kids Meal after 4pm, includes Drink and Dessert (Moorestown) IHOP 285 Route 73 North, West Berlin, NJ (856) 753-8404 1602 Church Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 8

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(856) 667-3454 Kids Eat Free 4pm-10pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée Speranza’s Wood-Fired Italian Kitchen 158 Broadway, Westville, NJ (856)349-7660 Kids Eat Free after 5pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée Throwbacks Bar and Grill 2929 Route 130, Riverside, NJ (856)461-2419 Kids Eat Free with the purchase of an adult entrée Tortilla Press 703 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ (856) 869-3345 Kids Eat Free with an adult entrée Tortilla Press Cantina 7716 Maple Avenue, Merchantville, NJ (856) 356-2050 Kids Eat Free with an adult entrée TUESDAY

B. Good 26 Centerton Road, Mount Laurel, NJ (856) 242-3717 Kids Eat Free after 2pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée Bob Evans 601 Fellowship Road, Mount Laurel, NJ (856) 231-9125 Kids Eat Free 4pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée Chick-fil-A 58 Centerton Square, Mount Laurel, NJ (856) 439-2696

Kids Eat Free 5pm-8pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée Denny's 221 NJ-130, Bordentown, NJ (609) 298-4711 1410 Blackwood-Clementon Rd., Clementon, NJ (856) 258-6576 Kids Eat Free 4pm-10pm w/ purchase

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Miller's Ale House 554 Fellowship Rd., Mt. Laurel, NJ (856) 772-5690 Kids Eat Free all day w/ purchase of an adult entrée

Bertucci’s 515 NJ-73, Marlton, NJ (856) 988-8070 Kids Eat Free all day with the purchase of an adult entrée($10.99+)

Plaza Azteca The Shoppes st Cross Keys 611 Berlin--Cross Keys Rd., Sickerville, NJ (856) 404-9857 Kids Eat Free all day with the purchase of an adult entrée

Chick-fil-A 1418 Nixon Drive, Mount Laurel, NJ (856) 778-1900 Kids Eat Free 5pm-8pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée

Rack's Pub & Grill 2021 N. Blackhorse Pike, Williamstown, NJ (856) 875-9700 286 Whitehorse Pike, Atco, NJ (856) 728-6600 1692 Clements Bridge Road, Deptford, NJ, (856) 719-1500 Kids Eat Free 4pm-10pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée Ruby Tuesday Deptford Mall, Clements Bridge Road, Deptford, NJ, (856) 845-3330 Kids Eat Free after 4pm with the purchase of an adult entrée Smashburger 490 Lenola Rd., Maple Shade Twp., NJ (856) 219-2501 746 W Rte 70, Evesham , NJ (856) 872-7986 698 Delsea Drive, Glassboro, NJ Kids Eat Free after 5pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée Uno’ s Pizzeria & Grill 2803 NJ-73, Maple Shade Twp, NJ (856) 722-5577 1162 Hurffville Rd, Deptford Twp, NJ (856) 853-7003 Kids Eat Free w/purchase of an adult entrée. Craft Table 5:30pm-8pm

Qdoba Mexican Eats 1630 Kings Hwy North, Cherry Hill , NJ (856) 433-8194 Kids Eat Free all day with the purchase of an adult entrée Sonic 1498 NJ-38, Hainesport, NJ (609) 518-2335 Kids Eat Free all day with the purchase of an adult entrée Wayback Burgers 1521 NJ-73, Voorhees Township, NJ (856) 210-6021 Kids Eat Free all day with the purchase of an adult entrée. Kids must be present.

FRIDAY IHOP 2703 Mount Holly Road (Route 541), Burlington, NJ, (609) 386-1880 285 Route 73 North, West Berlin, NJ (856) 753-8404 1602 Church Road, Cherry Hill, NJ (856) 667-3454 Kids Eat Free 4pm-10pm w/ purchase of an adult entrée PROMOTIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CALL PRIOR TO VISITING.

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Local Easter Egg Hunts!

Camden Children's Garden www.camdenchildrensgarden.org Creamy Acres Farm www.creamyacres.com Duffield's Farm www.duffieldsfarm.com Johnson's Corner Farm www.johnsonsfarm.com

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Home School Adventures Adventure Aquarium

1 Rivererside Dr., Camden, NJ 08103 (844) 474-FISH www.adventureaquarium.com

Burlington County Library Sys. 5 Pioneer Blvd., Westampton, NJ (609) 267-9660 www.bcls.lib.nj.us

Burlington County Parks

803 Smithville Rd., Eastampton, NJ (609) 265-5858 www.co.burlington.nj.us/parks

Cornerstone Home Educators

A Christian Homeschool Cooperative offering classes and activites. www.cornerstone.southjersey.com

HIS Homeschool Co-op Classes

A Christian Homeschool Cooperative offering classes and activities. www.hishomeschoolcoop.org

Elite Climbing

67 Old Kings Hwy, Maple Shade, NJ (856) 273-1370 www.eliteclimbing.com

Franklin Institute

222 N. 20th Street, Phila., PA (215) 448-1200 www.fi.edu

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