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Tips, resources, and activities for families in Yamhill County.
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Tips, resources, and activities for families in Yamhill County.
Featured posts are added here each month. Subscribe at the bottom of this page to receive the complete newsletter in your inbox.
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With summer coming to a close and the new school year on the horizon, it’s time to start preparing for children to return to the classroom. This quick guide is here to help you navigate getting back-to-school ready to ensure a great start to the school year. First Steps Creating Your Shopping List Based on your inventory check from step 1, decide if your child needs new clothes/shoes. If you are looking to save money, see about shopping secondhand or organizing a clothing swap between your child’s friends. Next, focus on school supplies. Reach out to your school for your…
Screens are everywhere, but are they safe for your baby/toddler? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, limiting screen time to video chats with long-distance family and friends until your child is over 18 months old is ideal. After that, screens can be introduced gradually, with regulation by you, the parents or guardian. Let’s dive into why it is important to monitor your child and what the professionals recommend. As screens get introduced to children, ensuring they understand what they are seeing is important. While there are positive benefits to screen time, there are also several things children can be…
Tips for preventing frostbite, staying safe during winter sports, and enjoying the fun this holiday season.
See what’s happening for families at public libraries in Yamhill County this month!