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Get your little ones in the habit of brushing their teeth. Download our teeth-brushing chart below, hang it up in your bathroom and let your kids brush their way to good oral health.

How many children attend camp each summer? According to the American Camp Association (ACA), 14 million kids and adults go to camp every summer. To understand why summer camps are so popular, Baltimore’s Child asked several coordinators and directors from summer camps in the Baltimore area to reflect on how …

Explore love in all its forms with the following terrific reads. BOARD/TODDLERS ‘Happy Valentine’s Day, Mouse!’ by Laura Numeroff Our friend, Mouse, celebrates Valentine’s Day by celebrating his love for each of his friends. Each one is special: Pig is strong, Cat is brave, and Dog always knows the perfect …

Notre Dame Preparatory School Varsity Swim Coach Terri Byrd earned the accolade of Girls Swimming Coach of the Decade by the Varsity Sports Network. Byrd has served as Notre Dame’s swim coach since 2006 and has taken the swim team to six Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland championships. Five of …

It may be cold outdoor, but summer camps in the Baltimore County region are thinking ahead to this year’s summer camp season. As you’re thinking about the best type of camp for your child, explore the following questions to ask when considering camp options for your child. What to Ask …

Power Treads Get set for all-surface vehicles that flip, rip and roam all around. Create your own custom course using the modular track set. Level up by adding household items for your vehicles to power over, under and through. $24.99, ages 5-8, powertreads.com   Just Add Fruits & Veggies This …

If you ask parents of children who have attended summer camp, you’ll likely hear them describe how more confident and mature their children were when they returned home. The American Camp Association says that camp gives children three key benefits: confidence, curiosity and character. Camp fosters respect for other campers, …

This January, National Mentoring Month, is a good time to think about mentoring. Baltimore’s Child spoke with Tiffany Reinhardt, associate executive director of mentoring at The Y in Central Maryland, to learn more about the benefits of mentoring and the mentoring opportunities that exist within our community. Q: How does …

My 35th birthday was supposed to be big. I had planned a trip to Colorado with friends that was going to involve bluegrass, snow tubing and no children. It was going to be a glorious celebration four months after the birth of my second child. Then COVID-19 came and we …

Located in northern Baltimore County, Genesee Valley’s summer camp programs maximize our farmland’s natural aspects, including our lakes, forest, and trails, to offer children opportunities to unplug and gain new experiences in nature. Programs are offered for ten weeks for campers ages 4-16 June through August. Campers can experience our …

It’s time for kids to have fun again. CCBC is ready with a whole array of kids’ classes on campus and online filled with fun and learning. Whether you want academics, STEM, cooking or something more active, we have a class for that. CCBC has been offering summer classes for …

COVID-19 may have prevented children from meeting in person at school this year, but Merritt Clubs has a whole host of offerings to keep your kids entertained and engaged this summer. Our goal is to make sure that every child has the best summer experience ever, while of course keeping …

Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health.  Our friends at Dentistry for Children of Cross Keys have some tips to encourage great dental habits in your family.   They can be reached at:   Dentistry4childrenmd.com …

Enjoy a memorable winter escape to Maryland’s Eastern Shore at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort, Spa and Marina.  The waterfront resort is offering the “Getaway Winter” promotion featuring 15% off room rates plus breakfast for two on stays between January 3 and April 3, 2021.  The offer can be accessed …

You want to find the best child care option for your child while ensuring his or her health and safety. Choosing a provider is a major decision under normal circumstances; finding child care during a pandemic means parents have a host of additional matters to consider and evaluate. Whether you’re interviewing a private nanny, …

During this pandemic, so many cherished routines have been sacrificed, and the loss of sports is one that really stings for lots of kids. Not only do sports provide a way to stay fit and have fun, but they are also sources of socialization and confidence. And, of course, they …