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Letter From the Publisher P. 4 PB Picks - Health & Wellness P. 6 Motivating School-Age Kids to Be Active P. 8 What Type Of School Is Best For Your Teen? P.12

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School Spotlight P. 16-25 How do I Help my Child with Autism Make Friends?

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Get Fit in the New Year with the YMCA of South Palm Beach County P .27 5 Individual Sports for Kids P.28 Family Events Calendar P. 30

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Letter From The Publisher Greetings, 2019 is here! January brings new year resolutions. The New Year is a great time to focus on you and your family’s health. Check out page 8 for tips on how to get fit in the new year!

Enrollment in many private and charter schools also starts in January. Right now is the perfect time to take a tour and start looking ahead to the next school year.

PB Parenting has put together a School Spotlight to help with your many decisions.

Also check out page 12 for tips on helping select the right type of school options for your teen.

There are many great events happening all over Palm Beach County! Make sure to check out our family event calendar starting on page 30. Sometimes PB Parenting finds out about a great event at the last minute so make sure you stay in touch in between issues! Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter.

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The New Year could also mean making new friends! Looking to connect with other moms in the area? Check out our private group on facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/ pbcountymoms/. This is a great group to ask questions and share resources and even coordinate playdates. A great way to meet other moms and find information!

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Motivating School-Age Kids to Be Active Being Active Every Day Most of us know that kids are supposed to get at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day.

And 1 hour spent being active sounds like a pretty easy goal, doesn’t it?

But as kids get older, increasing demands on their time can make getting that hour of exercise a challenge. Also, some kids get caught up watching TV, playing video games, and surfing the Internet. Even doing a lot of studying and reading, while important, can add to a lack of physical activity.

On top of that, during these years kids often come to a fork in the road with sports. Those who are athletic might end up increasing their time and commitment to sports, which is great for their physical fitness. But more casual athletes may lose interest and decide to quit teams and leagues. Unless they find replacement activities, their physical activity levels tend to go way down.

But being active is a key part of good health for all school-age kids. Exercise strengthens their muscles and bones and ensures that their bodies are capable of doing normal kid stuff, like lifting a backpack or running a race. It also helps control their weight and decreases their risk of chronic illnesses, such as high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.

Keeping Kids Motivated So how do you get kids motivated to be active, especially those who aren’t natural athletes? Kids can be fit even if they’re not winning sports trophies. The key is finding activities they enjoy. The options are many —

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from inline skating and bike riding to tennis and swimming.

Stick to Basics for 6- to 8-Year-Olds Expose younger kids to a variety of activities, games, and sports. Keep the focus on fun. A mix of activities at home and at school is often ideal. And be sure to include some free time for kids to make their own decisions about what to do.

At this age, kids are still mastering basic physical skills, such as jumping, throwing, kicking, and catching. It will take a few more years before most can combine these skills the way many 11-year-olds can. So if your child is on a sports team, make sure you and the coaches are setting realistic expectations.

Such expectations are also important when it comes to how much kids can handle mentally.

Younger kids often are not ready for the pressure of competition, nor can they grasp complex strategy. Done correctly, team sports and other group activities can teach kids a lot about teamwork and good sportsmanship.

9- to 12-Year-Olds Are More Coordinated Older school-age kids usually have mastered basic skills and can start enjoying the benefits of being more coordinated. That means a kid who likes basketball isn’t wildly throwing the ball at the basket anymore, but is perfecting the free throw.

They’re also better able to understand the rules. Parents of kids involved in team sports might want to talk about handling setbacks and losses, and remind kids that sports should

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still be fun even as competition heats up.

Whether it’s soccer or ballet, if your child doesn’t enjoy an activity or feels frustrated by failure, it may be time to switch to something else. That doesn’t mean the time spent on those activities was wasted. Instead, ask which ones your child would like to try next.

Achieving this transition smoothly, without making a child feel like a failure, can prevent negative feelings about sports and physical activity in general.

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Nonathletes: These kids may lack athletic ability, dislike physical activity, or both. By this age, kids are aware of these differences and some may have even been teased about them.

Casual athletes: These kids are interested in being active but aren’t star players, so are at risk of getting discouraged in a competitive athletic environment. Most kids fall into this category. Encourage them to remain active even though they aren’t top performers.

Athletes: These kids have athletic ability, are committed to a sport or activity, and are likely to ramp up practice time and intensity of competition.

Parents Can Make a Difference Kids look to parents for guidance, support, and encouragement. It’s very important to set a good example, so don’t groan about your own exercise — make it a priority and look for chances to be physically active as a family. © 1995-2019 The Nemours Foundation. All rights reserved.

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What Type Of School Is Best For Your Teen?

BY CHERYL MAGUIRE Next year my twins will be entering the ninth grade, their first year of high school.

Their grades will soon “count” if they apply to colleges. The type of high school they attend will also be a considered factor by the college admission boards.

I attended a typical public high school but my husband attended a public magnet high school and he went to a private school for elementary through middle school. We both feel as if we received a good high school education that prepared us for college, but since we attended different types of high schools we wanted to explore all of the options for our twins.

Our different upbringings led to a discussion about what type of high school would be best for our twins. We also are considering if they should attend the same school since they have different needs and personalities.

Before we are able to answer those questions, we researched all the different types of high schools. Even though I’m focusing on high schools, most of these options are also available at younger grades.

Types of Schools Public Public schools offer free education to students living within the district. The funding for public schools is from local, state and federal tax dollars. These schools are supervised by local government authorities.

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of public schools such as school choice, vouchers, tax-credit scholarships, magnet and charter schools.

School Choice: Some public schools offer school choice which means you can attend a school outside of your district. The school is still free, but normally you provide transportation. Most schools have a limited number of openings. Students are selected based on a lottery system.

Vocational Schools: Vocational schools are free public high schools that offer specific trade or career training programs. In the past, these programs focused on mechanics, carpentry, plumbing, and construction but now some schools offer other trades such as engineering, performing arts and nursing.

Vouchers: Vouchers are a type of school choice. Currently, twelve states and Washington DC, have a voucher program.

A voucher is issued to students who can then use it to pay for private school tuition.

The amount of money received through a voucher varies by state and may cover part or all of the private school tuition.

Tax-Credit Scholarships: This is another type of school choice. Seventeen states offer this program. These programs enable people and businesses to pay some of their state taxes to private nonprofit scholarship-granting organizations that issue scholarships to K-12 students. Similar to vouchers, a student uses a tax-credit scholarship to pay for private school

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Magnet: Magnet schools are free public schools that are highly selective and competitive. Students must submit applications and complete tests to be admitted.

Charter: Charter schools are free public schools that are independently run by teachers, parents, community leaders, and business persons. Charter schools do not adhere to the same rules and regulations of a typical public school. These schools receive funding from the sending public school, state and federal grants, and private fundraising.

Private A student must pay tuition and submit an application to attend a private school.

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Home School A homeschool is when a student is educated at their home by either a parent, tutor or an online program. States regulate and have requirements for homeschools.

Factors to Consider When Making a Decision Cost: If you are unable to afford the private school tuition, which the national average is $10,000 per year, then you would be limited to the free public school options. Depending on the state you live in you could use vouchers or the tax-credit scholarships to help fund the tuition. Another consideration is the cost of transportation to the public school.

School Size: The class size may be an important factor if your teen is easily distracted or requires assistance to learn.

Even though public schools can make accommodations for students with special needs, sometimes a smaller class is more helpful to the child. A private school usually

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How Does Your Teen Learn: If your teen is more of a hands-on learner, then they may benefit from attending a vocational school, charter school or other similar less traditional public schools. Whereas if your child thrives from competition, they might benefit from attending a magnet school.

Friendships: Friends are a key component for teens in developing their identity. Through their friend relationships, they can learn about trust, respect, and acceptance. If you are considering other schools you should have your teen visit for the day to see how they interact with the other students. Also find out about the social clubs, sports and other activities offered.

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After my twins receive their grades this year, we will then determine if their educational needs are best being served at their current school. We will discuss with them the factors such as class size and ways they feel they learn best. Then we will visit other schools in the surrounding area to compare those options to their current public school.

We will also ask our twins which type of school they would prefer to attend since they are the ones that will be going there. Since we are actively involved in their education, hopefully, any school they attend will help prepare them for college or the workforce.

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Coming to Jupiter — Spring 2019 Our Hope Early Learning Program is a year-round, ABA early intervention program for children ages 2 to 6 diagnosed with Autism and related disorders.

Offering social skills, mainstream school preparation, caregiver training, a comprehensive care program, after-school ABA services up to age 10, and more.

1701 N. Military Trail, Suite 142 Jupiter, FL 33458 561-420-8820 | www.projecthopefl.com

Gardens School of Technology Arts When K-8 students walk onto the campus of Gardens School of Technology Arts, they enter a world of unique opportunities, creative processes and out-of-the-box learning. Gardens SOTA operates with a mission to provide unique tools in a cooperative learning setting that fosters creativity and problem solving throughout the school day.

Gardens SOTA is a tuition-free,​A-rated public charter school in Palm Beach Gardens offering classes for K - 8th Grade.

GSOTA is currently accepting applications into the lottery for School Year 2019-2020.

We invite you to attend one of our Open Houses from 5:30-6:30 pm: Jan. 24, Feb. 28, or Mar. 26. For more information, visit www.Mysota.net or call 561.290.7661.

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• Meet our wonderful teachers for Mommy & Me, Childcare and Preschool.

• Enjoy: ° Carnival Games ° Arts and Crafts ° Wild Animal Experience ° Meet Palm Beach County Fire Rescue and tour a real fire truck ° Lunch for purchase ° Bounce houses, glitter art and more!

Saturday, January 26, 2019 10am to 1:30pm Beth El Early Learning Center 9800 Yamato Road, Boca Raton FREE, but registration is required.

Beck Family Campu s 9800 Yamato Road Boca Raton, FL 33434 561 391 9091 tbeboca.org/early-learning-center

Home Away from Home FREE VPK Classes! Limited space – register today. Five convenient Palm Beach County locations: East Boynton Beach, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, and West Boynton is NOW OPEN! West Palm Beach in Sedona Commons will be opening in early 2019. There is also a location in Casselberry/Orlando. Infants – Toddlers, Pre-School, Free VPK, Before & After Care and Summer Camp. Professional Gold Seal “Apple” Accredited School, Certified Teachers/Low Teacher-toChild Ratios, Part Time & Full Time Programs, Enrichment Programs, Webcam, FREE hot meals. Mention this listing and get 50% OFF REGISTRATION. For more information, visit www. homeawayfromhomechildcare.com. or call 877.94.CHILD.

Now accepting applications for the 2019-2020 school year

INTENT. INQUIRY. IMPACT. • Accredited and Award Winning • K-8 College Preparatory School • • State-of-the-Art Facility • • International Baccalaureate Program

Innovation/Stem Lab Individualized Curriculum Music, Drama, Art, PE and more

Ranked in the Top 100 of all Private Schools #1 Jewish Day School in America* Meyer is Accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools.

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To see how Meyer Prep can make a difference in your child’s life, please contact our Admissions Department 561-238-9008.

ARTHUR I. MEYER JEWISH PREPARATORY SCHOOL AT THE MELVIN J. & CLAIRE LEVINE CENTER FOR JEWISH LEARNING 5225 Hood Road • Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418 • 561.686.6520 meyerprep.org • A Proud Partner of Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County

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Sandy Wilensky, Director Limited Enrollment psdirector@templebethtorah.net Available for 2019 - 2020 900 Big Blue Terrace • Wellington

Learning Wonderland FREE VPK CLASSES! KINDERGARTEN ENROLLING NOW! Learning Wonderland Preschool is a happy place to learn!

Toddlers, Preschool, VPK & Kindergarten available as well as Aftercare and bus pickup. They offer certified teachers, low teacher/child ratios, secure webcams, bilingual teachers, hot meals (included) plus it is an APPLE and Strong Minds accredited school with a clean, safe environment. Located in Palm Springs at 3092 Forest Hill Blvd. For more information, visit www.LWonderland.com or call 561.802.9090.

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Meyer Prep As part of the Posnack School Network, Meyer Prep students learn in the #1 Jewish Day School in the nation, and ranked in the top 100 of all private schools (niche.com).

Our world-class campus features: stateof-the-art Innovation Lab, International Baccalaureate Middle School, high school coursework, and exciting extracurricular programs. Meyer graduates are accepted to their competitive high school programs of choice, prepared with the critical thinking skills, Jewish values, and confidence to lead throughout life.  5225 Hood Rd., Palm Beach Gardens. For more information, visit www.MeyerPrep.org or call 561.686.6520.

Pine Crest School At Pine Crest School, we believe in educating a generation of students who are emotionally

School Spotlight '19 Educating Young Innovators for the 21st Century

intelligent, intellectually inspired, and prepared to change the world.

VISIT www.mysota.net FOR Founded in 1934, the Pine Crest of KINDERGARTEN 8 GRADE ENROLLMENT INFORMATION today remains dedicated to tradition while being inspired by innovation, the Technology Infusion modernization of education, and the Creative Learning Tools importance of 21st century learning Small School Environment skills. Our Boca Raton campus serves 9153 Roan Ln, Palm Beach Gardens 561.290.7661 | www.mysota.net students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight who then attend Upper VPlandmark K School on our Fort Lauderdale campus.

A preschool with a unique Information Nig ht part-time, values based, January 10th For more information, visit www. learn-through play program.

6:00 PM pinecrest.edu or call 954.492.4103.

Come to Learn – Become United in Love Tuition-free A-rated Public Charter School th

A landmark preschool with a unique part-time, • Creative, nurturing teachers with Beginning August 2016 values learn-through over 50based, years of combined loveplay program.

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a year-round, kindergarten readiness and Two Days - Tuesday & ThursdayABA early intervention 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

561-732-3435 • VPK assessments program for children ages 2 to 6 Three Days - Mon/Wed/Fri fumcbbpreschool@gmail.com • http:www.fumcbb.com • Welcoming warm environment p.m. diagnosed with Autism and related 101 N. Seacrest Blvd. Boynton Beach, FL 334359:00 a.m.-12:00 disorders. Offering social skills,

For More Info Call or Visit Jewish School and Camp of the Arts Anastasia Chandler • 561-732-3435 fumcbbpreschool@gmail.com mainstream school preparation, caregiver B"H

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after-school ABA services up to age 10, and more. Aftercare and tutoring services are available. Coming to Jupiter in Spring 2019. For more information, visit www.projecthopefl.com or call 561.420.8820.

Rosarian Academy www.jewishcampofthearts.org • (561) 624-7004 Rosarian Academy, founded in 1925, educates students from early childhood through eighth grade and offers an exceptionally strong academic program enriched by athletics, visual and performing arts, and community service opportunities.

STEM, coding, drama, Spanish begin in kindergarten. The independent, • Family Lifestyle Portraits Catholic school is located on Flagler • Maternity/Newborn Drive in downtown West Palm Beach • Weddings/Engagements Call 561-267-3214 • www.lynnstudios1.com and is sponsored by the Adrian

Dominican Sisters. Bus service is available throughout Palm Beach County. For more information, visit www.rosarian.org or call 561.345.3106.

St. Vincent Ferrer School With a Catholic Education, our students’ potential is endless. St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic School is widely known for its academic excellence, dedicated and innovative teachers, and committed parents. SVF is a state scholarship school accepting Step Up for Students and McKay. NOW offering open registration for Pre-K through 8th! Visit our website www.stvfschool.org, click on Apply Here under Admissions, or call us today at 561.278.3868 and speak with our Admissions Coordinator, Mrs. Loreti. 810 George Bush Blvd, Delray Beach. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ svfvikings or call 561.278.3868.

Sunlight Christian Academy Lake Worth’s premier preschool! VPK and ELC accepted. Instilling a lifetime love of learning, Sunlight Christian Academy offers a spiritual & academic foundation, highly qualified instructors, cultural enrichment program, cameras in every classroom, as well as summer camp.

1325 N A Street in Lake Worth. For more information, visit www.scalw.org or call 561.585.6623.

Temple Beth Torah Leonie Arguetty Preschool has been in Wellington for over 25 years with a strong reputation for high-quality early childhood education.

It offers NAEYC accreditation, assuring families that its program meets high national standards for quality and

professionalism. Temple Beth Torah offers a variety of learning experiences that prepares your child for private and public elementary schools. Then there are the intangibles, such as the caring teachers and the warmth and sense of community that permeates its halls. Take a tour and discover the difference! The preschool is located at 900 Big Blue Trace in Wellington. For more information, visit www.templebethtorahpreschool.comor call 561.793.2649.

YMCA of South Palm Beach County The YMCA of South Palm Beach County is dedicated to providing children with a developmentally appropriate, year round preschool education and offers four locations in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. Our curriculum philosophy is based on the Creative Curriculum, which respects the ideas, interests and development of each child and includes literacy, language development, math, science, gross and fine motor skills and even swim instruction. The Y is also a proud provider of VPK, and the staff is comprised of positive role models who provide nurturing care to each child’s needs. For more information, visit www.ymcaspbc.org/preschool or call 561.738.9622 (Boynton), 561.395.9622 (Boca).

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How do I Help my Child with Autism Make Friends?

BY VICTORIA SOBRINO-SANCHEZMS, BCBA, CAS Have you noticed that your child would rather play on their own than interact with others or play a game? Developing social skills will help your child to fit in in many social opportunities or events.

For example, starting from simple turn taking with a peer to negotiating the best Pokémon card. Most children with autism have a desire to have friendships but lack fundamental social skills.

What skills could you teach? For young children, we can start with imitation skills which is watching a peer and doing the same gross motor activity. Play skills could be sharing a toy or taking turns on a swing. Conversational skills such as asking questions, choosing and remaining on topic or using appropriate body language, are very crucial when it comes to communicating with friends. For older children developing problem-solving skills, and understanding social situations is vital. For example, there is a birthday party that your child was not invited to or their best friend ignoring them in a cafeteria.

Would your child be able to deal with those situations appropriately and resolve the conflict effectively? Let’s talk about strategies to facilitate social skill development.

and encourage appropriate social skills. It can also create a special bond. Don’t forget to use your child’s special talent, humor, memorization skills or love for music for a chance to shine and be viewed as competent, talented or interesting. Video modeling and social stories are also effective tools with explaining social rules. Social skills training can help your child make friends, learn from others, develop hobbies and succeed in life.

Victoria Sobrino-Sanchez MS, BCBA, CAS– Vice President of Behavioral Services. Mrs. Sobrino-Sanchez has worked with a wide variety of individuals including young children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, dual diagnoses, mental handicaps, as well as typically developing children for over 27 years. Her extensive work experience consists of a variety of settings: university, schools, developmental centers, and private homes. Mrs. SobrinoSanchez has conducted trainings for parents, paraprofessionals and teachers in behavior management. She also has vast experiences ranging from extensive training in Early intervention, Social skills, Functional daily living skills, along with skills from the VB-MAPP, Direct Instruction, use of PECS and other Augmentative devices. Mrs. Sobrino-Sanchez Model social interactions and practice at presented a poster at the Applied Behavior home. There are many natural opportunities Analysis Convention in Atlanta, May 2006 and in our daily life, with friends and family, was published in the International Journal of which can be a great opportunity to model Special Education.

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Get Fit in the New Year with the YMCA of South Palm Beach County

January Fitness Special at the YMCA of South Palm Beach County: Get fit together: Right now, you can join the Y and get in on a special limited time offer! In January, YOUR JOINER FEE WILL BE THE SAME AS THE DATE YOU JOIN! Join for as little as $1 on January first‌ join on the 5th and pay just a $5 joining fee, and so on throughout the month*!

As a Y member, you have the ability to develop a new skill or talent, children learn what they can achieve, families & friends spend quality time together, and we all build relationships that deepen our sense of belonging.

Check out the various offerings in our YMCA locations: 70+ Group Fitness programs per week including Spin, Pilates, Zumba, Yoga, Aqua, Silver Fit and more! Performance Training Area for small group training and boot camp. Certified Personal Trainers, Summer camp and Afterschool care (with transportation from many local area schools).

Swim lessons, including Mommy and Me classes, Youth and Adult Sports programs, CPR & Lifeguard training & more! Four Preschool locations in South Palm Beach County.

For more information call their Boca Raton Y location 561-738-9622 or their Boynton Beach Y location 561-395-9622 or visit www.ymcaspbc.org/save/.

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5 Individual Sports for Kids

BY SARAH LYONS

Parents want their kids to have an active and healthy lifestyle and many sign them up for team sports hoping to help them develop healthy lifelong habits and a love for psychical activity. While there are many benefits to team sports, they aren’t always the best fit. Individual sports can be a great alternative to playing on a team especially for kids who have ADHD, sensory processing disorder, or struggle with socialization disorders.

Individual sports help kids stay active while building self esteem and focus.

They also learn to set personal goals, and have the opportunity to work one-onone with the coach. Here are some great individual sports to try and the benefits for your child can gain by participating in each of them.

Tennis Hand-eye coordination, speed, agility, gross and fine motor skills, and strong cardiovascular exercise makes tennis a great option for kids who like to keep moving, are quick on their feet, and want the individual attention that comes from one-on-one coaching.

Martial arts Kids who want to learn discipline, respect for others and themselves, balance and coordination, self control,

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and work on their listening and focusing skills should consider trying martial arts.

This can also become a family sport as all ages are welcome in this activity.

Gymnastics Gymnasts are known for their strength, coordination, flexibility, and discipline.

Your child may never become an Olympic gymnast but the confidence and agility they will learn from participating in gymnastics will stick with them.

Swimming Swimming is a great source of cardiovascular exercise. It also promotes strength, stamina, balance, better posture, and teaches water safety.

Swimming, like martial arts, is a sport for all ages. A love of a sport like swimming can turn into a lifetime source of exercise and enjoyment.

Running While running sports typically start in late elementary school or middle school, it is never too early or late to enjoy.

Besides a great cardio workout, running helps develop physical, mental, and personal development as kids overcome challenges and set new goals in distance or time.

If none of the above sports are of interest, you may also want to research fencing, wrestling, cycling, dance, diving, or golf. Many of these sports allow kids to compete on an individual basis while contributing overall to a team. For example, kids competing in gymnastics will receive an individual score but the points go to an overall total for the team. This gives kids the support from teammates without the pressure of having to play on a team.

Kids will learn to set and exceed their personal goals and also have the camaraderie that goes along with a team sport. If you notice your child is feeling pressure or frustration from participating in team sports, give an individual sport a try.

Sarah Lyons is a freelance writer and stay at home mom of six children, including three year old triplets.

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Calendar Weekly Level 1 Classes at Genie’s Gymnastics A basic gymnastics class for girls 5 years old and up, with little or no experience for 60 minutes once a week. Groups are separated by 5 to 7 and 8 year olds and up. Girls will learn skills on the 4 Olympic gymnastic events: (vault, bars, beam and floor). In addition, students will develop trampoline skills as well as basic motor skills and flexibility. Multiple days and times offered. Call 561.868.0288 or visit www.geniesgymnastics.com for the schedule. 6752 Lantana Road, Lake Worth.

to life through interactive performance, singing, movement and props. An engaging art activity complements each session. FREE for Museum Members and FREE with paid Museum admission for Non-Members. For more info go to www. schoolhousemuseum.org

Monday Friday from 10 AM - 1 PM Kid’s Rush at Adrenaline Join us early for a special discounted rate!

Toddlers (ages 6 and under) are only $10 and parents are only $2! Other weekly specials are available. Check the website for details or call 561.440.1400. 7645 Lake Mondays and Tuesdays Worth Road, Lake Worth. at 11 AM Tiny Kids Every Wednesday and Need More Art Kids Friday at 3:30 PM and Need More Art in Jupiter invites toddlers Saturdays at 11 AM, 1 ages 2 - 4, and their moms (or dads!) to PM & 2 PM • Jr. Vet Kids join them at their bright, colorful, and fun Lab at Loggerhead studio space for some creative togetherMarinelife Center The time. Class is $15. Register at www. program features “Dr. Logger,” a trained kidsneedmoreart.com/jupiter/tiny-kids/. center volunteer acting as the center’s Tuesdays 9:30veterinarian. No pre-registration is 10:30 AM Open required. Sign-up begins 30 minutes prior Splash Play to the program, space is limited. Please at Small Fish Big Fish Swim School call 561.627.8280 or visit www.marinelife.

Enjoy some quality time in our warm org for more information. Located at indoor pool - let your little fish swim or 14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach. play on deck with our water tables. No Mondays at 4:30 Registration Required. Members are free, PM Zumbini and non-members are $5. For more info call Kidding Around 561.818.7946. 346 Pike Road #3, WPB. Yoga at The Mall at Wednesdays Wellington Green Join us on Monday’s 2:00 PM in December inside the LIVE360 studio Sensational near Nordstrom. Experience both Story: A Story ‘n More at Schoolhouse Zumbini and Kidding Around Yoga in Children’s Museum & Learning Center one convenient location! Contact Regina No need to sit still as a statue for this at 516.244.0282. Located at 10300 Forest story. Instructors brings children’s books Hill Blvd., Wellington.

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Sundays at 1 PM • Dr. Logger Show at Loggerhead Marinelife Center Dr. Logger is an educational ambassador for sea turtles. Through an interactive show, Dr. Logger educates the audience on the life of a sea turtle, by addressing various topics: threats, nesting, anatomy, lifestyle, etc. This 30 minute show is for guests of all ages, it’s interactive with the audience and fast-paced. No pre-registration is required. Located at 14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach.

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Ages 5 -9. Class is $18. Register at www. kidsneedmoreart.com.

Saturdays • 10:30 - 11:30AM at the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum: Drop In Craft Open to all ages. Each week enjoy a different craft project. Free with paid admission. Members and children under age 1 are Free. $5 for Adults & Children over age 1 and $4.50 for Seniors. Go to www.schoolhousemuseum. org for more info. 129 East Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach.

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Calendar Thurs., Jan. 3 • 10 AM - 3 PM Children’s Winter Fair at Patch Reef Park Enjoy the winter break from school. Free entrance into the park, entertainment, and arts & crafts. Individual ride tickets are $5 each or you may purchase a bracelet for $20 to enjoy unlimited rides during the event. Refreshments will be available for sale. Geared toward ages 2 -12. For more information visit www.patchreefpark.org.

Patch Reef Park is located at 2000 West Yamato Road in Boca Raton.

Thurs. - Sun., Jan. 10 -13 • Multiple Show Times Marvel Universe Live! at BB&T Center All your favorite Marvel Heros unite in a race against time to defeat Loki in an epic quest to defend the universe from evil during this live-action show. For tickets and showtimes visit www.marveluniverselive.com.

Thurs., Jan. 10 • 6 PM VPK Open House Come to Learn – Become United in Lo at First United Methodist Preschool Representatives Thurs., Jan. 3 • 5 - 7 from the Early Learning Coalition will be PM Hack Shack Tech presenting information on registering for Club at South Florida a VPK voucher and finding a provider that Science Museum Center & Aquarium meets your family’s needs. Representatives If you like to make, tinker, design, and from FUMC Preschool will be sharing engineer, then the Hack Shack Tech Club information about the programs at our is for you! This week’s theme is “Tiny school and offering tours. Babysitting will Drawings.” Turn your grand artistic visions be provided. For more information, please into tiny works of art as you watch your visit www.fumcbb.com or call 561.732.3435. creations shrink before your very eyes. Open Located at 101 N. Seacrest Boulevard, to students in grades 5-8. $15 for members Boynton Beach. and $20 for non-members. Classes are held Fri., Jan. 11 • 6 - 9 at the new Stiles-Nicholson STEM Education PM Nerd Night at Center across the street from the Science South Florida Science Center. Visit www.sfsciencecenter. org for Museum Center & Aquarium This event more info. 4801 Dreher Trail North, West is 21 and over only. Activities include: rock Palm Beach. band karaoke, liquid nitrogen craft beer Mon., Jan. 7• School’s demonstrations, escape room, giant beer Out at Kids Need More pong, virtual reality demonstrations, food Art Jupiter We are excited trucks, laser light planetarium shows and to give our communities so much more! $18 for non-members and a fun, creative, safe place for children to $15 pre-sale before January 9. Includes one engage while parents are working. Full free signature drink. Laser Shows are an day (9 AM - 4 PM) $50. Extended day (8:30 additional $5 and can only be purchased AM - 5 PM) $55. Ages 5-12 are welcome! at the door - first come, first served. Call Visit www.kidsneedmoreart.com to register 561.832.1988 for tickets or for more or for more information. 1155 Main Street, information. Located at 4801 Dreher Trail Suite 116, Jupiter.

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Fri., Jan. 11 • 6 - 10 PM Screen on the Green at Waterfront Commons Outdoor movie watching has never been more inviting than on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Join us on the second Friday every month for FREE family-friendly activities and movies in an open-air theater we’ve set up just for our “Screen on the Green” series. Enjoy classic and newer films in our theater under the stars. Sit on the Great Lawn overlooking the spectacular waterfront in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach. Bring a blanket or a chair and purchase popcorn, snacks and beverages from our stocked concession stand. This month’s movie is “The Fate of the Furious” (PG-13). Visit www.wpb.org for more information. Located at 100 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach.

immersive experience that invites you to jump in and explore unknown ocean depths where prehistoric marine reptiles lived eons ago - and maybe live still today! Erth shows are at the forefront of family entertainment, using actors, technology, puppets, science and imagination to create an amazing visual experience that connects young audiences to the real science of paleontology. Tickets are $20. Call 561.868.3309 or visit www. duncantheatre.org. 4200 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth.

Sat., Jan. 19 • 10 - 10:45 AM Animal Appetites at Palm Beach Zoo Join our Cub Club for an interactive educational experience designed for preschool-aged children! These themed programs created for children age 2 include: up-close animal Sat., Jan. 12 • 11 AM - 3 PM encounters, stories, games, crafts, and visits Open House at Arts Garage to animal habitats throughout the Zoo or Join us as we spring into the Nature Play! One adult is required to attend arts with out arts education with each child. Pre-registration is required. open house. Meet our Cost Per Participant (Members): $20 per instructors, enjoy food and drink, and win session or $70 for series. Cost Per Participant some great prizes. We offer dance, acting, (Non-Members): $40 per session or $150 drawing, drumline, youth chorus, musical for series. Non-member price includes theatre, watercolor as well as voice lessons. all-day admission to the Zoo. For more Sign up for a class at the open house and information call 561.533.0887 or visit www. get 25% off your enrollment fee! Visit www. palmbeachzoo.org. 1301 Summit Boulevard, artsgarage.org or call 561.450.6357 for more West Palm Beach. information. Located at 94 NE 2nd Avenue, Tues., Delray Beach.

Jan. 24 • Sat., Jan. 19 • 12 PM 5:30 - 6:30 Erth’s Prehistoric PM New Aquarium Adventure Family Open House at Gardens School at The Duncan Theatre of Technology Arts Educating young The creators of Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo Live want innovators for the 21st Century – K - 8 charter to take your family on an all new adventure school in a small school environment. Call – this time to the bottom of the ocean.

561.290.7661 or visit www.mysota.net. 9153 Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure is an Roan Lane, Palm Beach Gardens.

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Calendar Sat., Jan. 26 • 10 - 1:00 PM Open House at Chesterbrook Academy Visit our open house to learn more about Chesterbrook Academy’s perfect balance of learning and play. Tour our safe, nurturing environment and meet with our enthusiastic and caring teachers.

For more information, please visit www. palmbeach.chesterbrookacademy.com or call 877.959.3740. 3932 RCA Blvd., Suite 320, Palm Beach Gardens.

Sat., Jan. 26 • 10 - 1:30 PM Open House at Beth El Early Learning Center Tour our classrooms and newly expanded facilities.

Meet our wonderful teachers for Mommy & Me, childcare and preschool. Enjoy carnival games, arts and crafts, wild animal experiences, bounce houses, glitter art, meet Palm Beach County Fire Rescue and tour a real fire truck and more! Lunch available for purchase. The event is free but registration is required at tbeboca.org/early-learningcenter. 9800 Yamato Road, Boca Raton.

Sat., Jan. 26 • 10 11:30 AM Animals All Around at Palm Beach Zoo Do you have a Curious Kid? Join Palm Beach Zoo’s interactive educational experience designed for children ages 5-7! These special themed programs may include: up-close animal encounters, stories, games, crafts, and visits to animal habitats throughout the Zoo or Nature Play! One adult is required to attend with each registration. Pre-registration is required. Cost Per Participant (Members): $25 per session or $80 for series. Cost Per

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Participant (Non-Members): $50 per session or $165 for series. Non-member price includes all-day admission to the Zoo. For more information call 561.533.0887 or visit www.palmbeachzoo.org. 1301 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach.

Thurs., Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • 10:30 - 11:30 AM ArtSEA Kids Paint Class at Loggerhead Marinelife Center ArtSEA Kids Paint Class program is offered each Thursday morning during the winter season. It’s designed to introduce basic sea turtle conservation and biology to young children. The program begins with a brief ocean-themed story and includes a hands-on biofact lesson following a painting activity. Participants have an opportunity to take home their painted turtles and their new sea turtle knowledge. Cost: $10 Painter; $18 for two painters. Geared toward ages 3 and up. For more information, please visit https://marinelife.org. 14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach.

Daily Wildlife Feedings at The Sandoway Discovery Center The Sandoway Discovery Center, offers a glimpse into S. Florida’s fragile marine and freshwater environments through educational exhibits and programs. Our unique facility is an exciting hands-on learning experience.

Please join us for Shark feedings every Tues. through Sat. at 10:30 AM and Sun. at 1:30 PM, alligator feedings every Wed. and Sat. at 1 PM, and stingray feedings Tues. - Sat. at 2:45 PM. Admission is $5 for everyone 3 years and up. Palm Beach Zoo members are free! Call us at 561.274.7263 for more info.

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