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Kindergarten used to be the building block preparing kids for school. They used to come to Kindergarten ready to learn their numbers and alphabet, but now; Kindergarten is much more. Before Kindergarten, kids are expected to already know most of their letters, how to write their name, and much more. By the time a child leaves Kindergarten, they will already know how to read lower level books! So, what can you do to prepare your preschooler for a great start at Kindergarten? Here are 6 things to work on with your preschooler before Kindergarten:

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Some special occasions just can’t stay put and Father’s Day is one of them! One year Father’s Day is on the 21^st of June and the next year it’s on the 19^th. When you decide to get married in June like we did, you never think about your anniversary falling at the same time as Father’s Day, and who would? I know I didn’t! Looking back now, I see why that date was mysteriously wide open..  As the happiest day of your life turns into the day you celebrate the man of your life for being a fantastic father, it may be hard to make both celebrations feel special.

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Are you in the heat of bedtime battles with your pre-schooler? Threenagers and fournados (ages 3 to 4) are tough ages, not only is your pre-schooler starting to test their body limits and boundaries with you as the parent, the transition from day care to elementary school, they are also struggling with sleep issues that stem from regular development at this age. I have a total sleep bandit on my hands who constantly wakes up multiple times throughout the night.  I admit, we may have spoiled him as a baby knowing he was probably going to be our last; bedtime cuddles and co-sleeping are tough habits to break free of without making the little one feel rejected and castaway. Whether you are trying to teach your child to sleep through the night or actually go to sleep, we have some tips for you that will help you win bedtime battles with your pre-schooler.

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