CAN Prevention Council - Polk County

12/15/2015

The holiday spirit is here and in full swing. Looking for activities to do with the kiddos?

Printable templates for children's holiday crafts and for preschool, kindergarten and elementary school kids.

07/01/2015

Here's a helpful list of things kids of all ages (and parents) can enjoy doing together.

06/30/2015

Image via Shutterstock To the mom with a toddler and a baby, Today, I'm thinking of you as your love is multiplying and you're falling in love with that new baby in your arms. I'm thinking of you as your toddler runs up and wants you to hold him too. I'm thinking of you as […]

06/18/2015

What a great way to get your child prepared and ready, all the while spending time together.

A small change in how teachers and parents read aloud to preschoolers may provide a big boost to their reading skills later on, a new study found.

06/16/2015

For all the parents out there....not just moms!

Last night, I was in bed, ready for sleep, doing my nightly terrible habit of scrolling through my facebook feed, when it hit me. It grasped my heart and stole my peace. It was just something as si...

04/25/2015

Calling all Dads!

Yes, there will be a test at the end. It's called life. Here's how to make sure your kids ace it

04/21/2015

Enjoy your children! They are a blessing that you chose to have in your life - prove to them they are blessed to have such cool parents in theirs (prove to them you are cool - they might roll their eyes but will smile at the idea.)

04/14/2015

Hello to our Facebook Family! What do you have planned for this beautiful day? Get the grill fired up, get our for a bike ride or a walk with the family - ask your neighbors to join! Be a community sponsor and support your neighbor.

04/02/2015

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month!! What will you do this month to make a difference in the life of a child or family in your community??

03/25/2015

What a great thought to keep at the front of your mind each day. Being a parent is a gift, please appreciate it every moment you can.

02/19/2015

Children need structure, love, reassurance, and guidance. Ensure that discipline is not simply punishment. What lesson do you want them to walk away with? Food for thought - love up your little ones!

02/18/2015

Any parents out there looking for a good book....?

I geek out about books that help me understand my kids' brains and how I can facilitate learning, growth, and creativity. Since I read so many books, I thought you might like to know my very favorite books for parents. Are they parenting books? Maybe. I'd say they are books for thinking pare…