Teach Your Kiddos to Apologize

Saying Sorry: How To Teach Your Kiddos to Apologize

By Olivia Pitkenthly | April 7, 2026 | Conception 2 College , Early Years
Admitting when you are wrong and asking for forgiveness is difficult for some adults. Imagine being a kid and trying to understand these concepts. Young children act and react impulsively, sometimes leading them to insult or hit someone else, and often they don’t even realize that they did anything wrong. It's up to you to

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Community Spotlight

Know Someone Who Goes Above and Beyond? Nominate Them for our Community Spotlight!

By Giggle Magazine | March 31, 2026 | Call Outs , Community Spotlight
In our Community Spotlight feature, we want to celebrate the incredible individuals who make a difference in the Gainesville community! Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for others? A local friend, parent, teacher, coach, student or athlete who stands out? Is there someone who gives their time, shows unwavering dedication, or lifts

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Bird Feeders

DIY Bird Feeders to Make At Home!

By Isabella Sorresso | March 31, 2026 | Activities & Camps
Living in Florida has many advantages, one of which is that there is an abundance of wildlife right outside your door, like lizards, squirrels, deer and a variety of birds. You can get an even closer look at the house finches, eastern towhees and common starlings flying around your neighborhood by making DIY bird feeders

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5 Ways to Eat More Strawberries!

By Isabella Sorresso | March 24, 2026 | Food
You have waited all year for these delicious berries to be readily available at the grocery store, and now that they are here, you have got to take advantage. Whether you are looking to add strawberries to your next meal, a quick snack or make a refreshing drink you can kick back with, we have

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Vitamin C Products

7 Vitamin C Products for Happy and Glowing Skin

By Amanda Roland | March 23, 2026 | Health & Development , Parenting Advice
According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, “normal skin contains high concentrations of vitamin C, which supports important and well-known functions, stimulating collagen synthesis and assisting in antioxidant protection against UV-induced photo damage.” As you age and through exposure to external forces like smoking and the sun, your levels of vitamin C in your

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Strawberry Picking in Gainesville and Beyond!

By Alexandra Burns | March 19, 2026 | Guides , Local Fun , Seasonal Guides
Excitement is in the air as strawberry picking season approaches. Visit these local places with your loved ones for strawberry-picking fun! We will update this list with more information about local farms as information is acquired! Florida Strawberry Festival Thursday, February 26 - Sunday, March 8, Plant City Add this premiere event in Plant City

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What Homeschool Families Can Learn from the Olympic Games

By Crystal Ladwig, Ph. D. | February 17, 2026 | Homeschooling , Schools
With the arrival of the 2026 Winter Olympics in February and the 2026 Paralympics in March, the Olympic Games provide a unique learning opportunity for homeschooling families. These events, which occur once every four years, capture history, culture, science and human achievement in real time. Watching the games and learning from them is a natural

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Valentine card

Homemade Valentines: Art with Heart!

By Megan Sapelak | February 10, 2026 | Holidays
Need some last minute Valentine ideas? Try out these super easy Valentine's Day heart art ideas that you can give out this year to classmates, coworkers or to that special someone. Show your heart with these homemade Valentines! Folding Heart Directions 1. Measure and cut out an 8 inch by 8 inch square from your

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Valentine’s Day Treats

Three Easy DIY Valentine’s Day Treats

By Colleen McTiernan | February 8, 2026 | Forks & Spoons
From writing valentines to prepping delicious treats, getting your child ready for Valentine’s Day can be overwhelming. With class parties, doilies and cards galore, getting in the spirit to celebrate a day of “love” can be a struggle for all us parents. With February 14 fast approaching, keep these Valentine's Day Treats recipes in your

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