Kiddos Magazine Vol. 8 Issue 1 - Back to School

7th anniversary issue

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Back to School

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PARENTING

COMMUNITY

The Coral Gables Children’s Dental Clinic

UM Families First Free Parenting Groups TESTIMONIALS

Celebrating our 7th Anniversary

EXHIBITIONS

Power of Science at Frost Science DRIVE-THRU EVENT PARENTING

School Supplies UM Families First Free Giveaway Parenting Groups

Back School M-DCPS My School Online (MSO) to

Distance Learning Model education, art & entertainment

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Kiddos Cool Stuff Back 2 School Essentials

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in every issue 2020

Vol. 8 issue 1 FEATURE 8 |

Back To School M-DCPS My School Online (MSO) Distance Learning Model

HEALTH 1 0 |

Four Tips For Brighter Smiles This School Year

PARENTING 1 6 |

University Of Miami Families First Free Parenting Groups

TESTIMONIALS 1 8 |

Celebrating Kiddos Magazine 7th Anniversary!

12 SCHOOL CALENDAR Miami-Dade County Public Schools

14 NEWS

Baby Shark Mac and Cheese

20 SNACKS

Back To School Snacks Fit For The Family

21 VACCINATIONS

University Of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic

22 EXHIBITIONS

Power Of Science

23 GIVEAWAY

Kiddos Magazine Summer Giveaway Winner

24 COOL STUFF

Back 2 School Essentials DRIVE-THRU EVENT 2 6 |

Kiddos Magazine's Back-to-School Event & 7th Anniversary Celebration

COMMUNITY 2 8 | The

Coral Gables Children's Dental Clinic

30 BOOK REVIEWS

Suggestions For Kids And Families To Read This Month

31 AUTHORS

Legends From Mom's Closet

33 SUPPLIES

Learn From Anywhere With Pilot Pen

34 HOMEOFFICE

Back To School With A Home Office Setup For The Whole Family

on the cover MODEL: Dominic

PHOTOGRAPHY: Heather Cipriani

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Handwashing: Keeping Your Family Healthy Handwashing is an easy, cheap, and effective way to prevent the spread of germs and keep kids and adults healthy. When your family is healthy, you don’t have to worry about missing school, work, or other activities.

Help your child develop handwashing skills Parents and caretakers play an important role in teaching children to wash their hands. Handwashing can become a lifelong healthy habit if you start teaching it at an early age. Teach kids the five easy steps for handwashing—wet, lather, scrub, rinse, and dry—and the key times to wash hands, such as after using the bathroom or before eating. You can find ways to make it fun, like making up your own handwashing song or turning it into a game.

Lead by example Young children learn by imitating the behaviors of adults in their lives. When you make handwashing part of your routine, you’re setting an example for your children to follow.

www.cdc.gov/handwashing This material was developed by CDC. The Life is Better with Clean Hands Campaign is made possible by a partnership between the CDC Foundation, GOJO, and Staples. HHS/CDC does not endorse commercial products, services, or companies.

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Kiddos Publisher’s Notes

Seventh !

Anniversary

Time flies so fast and here we are celebrating our 7th Anniversary with our Back to School issue! Kiddos Magazine is proud and honored to enter into the homes of South Florida families.

credits ...it’s just about kids

magazine Kiddos is a Florida based kids focused magazine, whose mission is to help strengthen the bonds between parents and their children by providing value-based content and quality journalism.

PUBLISHER/ EDITOR Veronica Lepere CONTRIBUTING WRITERS UM Families First

We are dedicated to bringing families back together. To instilling values, tradition, and culture into the home. To enriching the personal experiences that family members can share together. To strengthen the bonds, love, support, and growth that will infuse each family member with a sense of unity, connectivity, stability, safety, and overall health.

It’s back to school season and reopening of schools has been a vehemently debated topic, our main feature explains in detail Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ new reopening plan for 2020-21 school year called Reopen Smart/ Return Safe. As the pandemic continued, the school will start with My School Online (MSO) Distance Learning Model powered by a robust platform. Learn more about the district’s decision on page 8/9.

In this issue, our parenting topic features the University of Miami Families First, a program that aims to strengthen families, promote optimal child health and development, and build resources with free parenting groups for parents of children ages birth through 3 years throughout Miami-Dade County in both English and Spanish. Find out more about upcoming registrations and activities!

Creating a comfortable at-home school station is super important to help your kids succeed in the new learning normal, on page 34 you will find tips on how to set up an X-Chair fun space.

Summer is still here and there are plenty of fun activities to do as a family.

Frost Science, showcase a new permanent exhibition Power of Science, a scientific adventure for you and your kiddos to learn more about our oceans, our environment, our bodies, and our universe.

This issue brings so much fun, don’t miss our school calendar, supplies checklist, yummy snacks, cool stuff, book suggestions, tips, and more!

I am so thankful, grateful, and happy to celebrate another year of Kiddos Magazine with you!

VERONICA LEPERE Publisher vlepere@kiddosmagazine.com

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Sasha Olsen Dr. Ted Hermann - Assure A Smile UM Pediatric Mobile Clinic X-Chair Coral Gables Dental Children’s Clinic DESIGN Kiddos Creative Department Etta Walker ADVERTISING SALES & MARKETING Veronica Lepere vlepere@kiddosmagazine.com KIDDOS MAGAZINE P.O. Box 431492 Miami, Fl. 33243 786.260.8492 info@kiddosmagazine.com kiddosmagazine.com @KiddosMagazine @KiddosMagazine @KiddosMagazine

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M-DCPS My School Online (MSO) Distance Learning Model Source: M-DCPS

Early July, all M-DCPS parents were asked to select their preferred learning model for the 2020-2021 school year. Nearly half of all parents selected the traditional Schoolhouse Model, representing a return to the physical school environment, with several significant modifications to ensure enhanced health and safety precautions. The M-DCPS reopening plan was built to pivot between models, as necessary, based on local public health conditions. Once local conditions support a physical reopening, schools will be able to accommodate the students whose parents selected the Schoolhouse Model, for five days a week, while following health guidelines.

The District has eliminated the previously considered hybrid model of part-time in-school and part-time eLearning because it would provide inadequate support for working families and would place students behind in terms of instruction and content compared to the other models.

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iami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) announced that in light of the viral surge in the community due to COVID-19, the 20202021 school year will begin on Monday, August 31, with students utilizing the District’s new and comprehensive My School Online (MSO) distance learning model. The District’s decision to open with MSO for all students is the result of several weeks of careful consideration based upon the counsel

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of the M-DCPS reopening workgroup comprised mostly of medical experts, meetings with county officials and continued science-focused analysis of the latest public health data, which is continually evolving. Additionally, the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics today issued recommendations regarding the reopening of schools which support the District’s decision to delay the start of physical schooling.

“Miami-Dade County Public Schools is proud to offer our families muchneeded structure and stability as we adjust to a new reality. The decision to commence the academic year on the My School Online distance learning platform is representative of our commitment to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of our students and workforce, while providing a quality education to all,” said Superintendent Alberto Carvalho.

To ensure all families are properly equipped for MSO, the District has secured thousands of digital devices and Wi-Fi hotspots in addition to the 119,000 that have already been distributed to all students who requested them. M-DCPS is also collaborating with various governmental, corporate and non-profit partners to assist in the elimination of digital deserts in the community.

Throughout the month of September, M-DCPS will continue to monitor local conditions to ascertain whether it will be safe to reopen schools. By September 30, a decision will be announced on whether M-DCPS will begin implementing the Schoolhouse Model beginning October 5th or continue in a remote environment.

Beginning August 24, M-DCPS will launch a Week of Welcome with activities and a week-long orientation tailored to help students and families prepare for the 2020-2021 school year. The Week of Welcome will focus on many topics, such as what a student’s typical instructional day will look like; guidance on connecting and navigating the virtual environment; organizational skills for students; physical and mental wellness, as well as resources to support students and families. Families will be able to access training tools and a variety of webinars by visiting www. parentacademymiami.com. Beyond the extensive training provided over the summer months, teachers will undergo five days of training on distance learning for MSO as well as safety protocols to be followed when students return to the schoolhouse.

conference technology; and wrap-around support services will also be provided, including counseling, therapies and mental health supports.

The District will continue to review opportunities to begin providing faceto-face instruction for students who may have significant learning needs. In a controlled and cautious manner, the District will explore the potential for a staggered reopening for students who may have widening learning gaps due to the extensive time they have been away from school. This will allow for the transition of subgroups of students to the schoolhouse based on need and academic fragility.

Once the District determines it is safe for students to return to schools, every effort will be made to maintain as much social distancing as possible. Various protocols and procedures have been developed to enhance safety, including the wearing of face coverings on buses and school campuses, modified dropoff/pick-up, food distribution and class transition procedures, additional sanitization and hygiene measures, and strategically-placed signage to reinforce safety. In partnership with Miami-Dade County, the District is also increasing school nursing staff levels and implementing a comprehensive and automated contact tracing program to prevent additional spread if a case is reported. Transportation, before and after care, athletics and other extracurricular activities will also be offered once schools reopen. k

MSO will be powered by a new, robust distance learning platform. Students will maintain their enrollment status at their brick-and-mortar schools, but will attend school online during regular school hours and follow a standard school schedule which includes brain breaks, recess, and time for lunch. Official school attendance will be recorded and maintained for each class. Students are also highly encouraged to wear school uniforms while participating in MSO. Through the innovative platform, teachers will meet with students daily, utilizing web

Parents are encouraged to keep their contact information current and update their phone numbers and emails. To opt-in to receive emergency text messages, text Y to 67587. For the most up-to-date information, please download the Dade schools mobile app to your iPhone or Android device.

To view the complete M-DCPS reopening plan, visit reopening.dadeschools.net. it’s just about kids | kiddosmagazine.com

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health

Four Tips For Brighter Smiles This School Year Source: FIU’s Center for Children and Families

Assure A Smile Holistic Dentistry The way to a beautiful, sparkling smile is through making smart choices.

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new school year is an exciting time. Many parents are busy with back-to-school shopping and to-do lists.

Now is also the perfect time to focus on your child’s dental health. Here are four great ways to make the most of this next school year.

It’s Dentist Time. Make a dental appointment before school starts or early in the school year. Your child should see a dentist twice per year for a checkup and dental cleaning.

Don’t wait until there’s a tooth ache or noticeable tooth decay, which can result in missed school. Preventative and regular dental appointments can help identify problems before they become serious.

Healthy Eating. A healthy diet is an important part of good dental health.

If your child takes a lunch to school, plan ahead to include healthy foods.

If your child eats in a school cafeteria, teach them how to make healthy

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Brushing and Flossing. Regular brushing and flossing should be part of your child’s daily routine. Bacterial plaque and food can settle between the teeth, which can lead to gum disease, tooth decay, and bad breath.

Back-to-school time is a great time to teach your child about healthy dental habits, such as brushing at least twice per day, morning and night, and flossing daily. We recommend a soft-bristled toothbrush since harder bristles may be too abrasive for children.

We also recommend switching out your toothbrushes when they begin show wear, every three to four months. So as you’re purchasing supplies for school, stock up on extra toothbrushes for home. choices on their own. Healthful options for lunch or snacks include whole foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes and whole grains. Avoid not-so-good choices like candy, junk food, and sugary soft drinks. Here are some easy snack ideas: a hard boiled egg, a mini sealed bag containing sugar snap peas and grapes, cucumber sandwiches, oven-roasted chickpeas, yogurt with strawberries, or clementines, which are easier for kids to to peel than oranges.

Healthy Living. There is a strong connection between exercise, healthy eating and oral health. Teach your child to make smarter life choices.

For example: Avoid tobacco. Drink water. Avoid harmful chemicals and overly processed foods. Choose whole foods, fruits and vegetables.

Get involved in sports or be part of an exercise program. Manage stress.

It’s important to encourage all of these healthy habits with your child.

We hope these ideas help you and your family have a successful and healthy school year. And remember, bright, beautiful smiles are a family affair. k

Dr. Ted Herrmann and Assure A Smile have served South Florida for over 30 years, helping to guide patients to better oral health for life. We are a family friendly dentist, offering a full range of quality dental care, such as routine cleanings, crowns, Invisalign clear braces and more. We encourage a unique holistic approach to healthy teeth and gums. We invite you to call us today and schedule an appointment.

Assure A Smile is located at 9220 SW 72nd Street, Suite 205 Miami, FL 33173. For more information call 305.274.0047 or visit assureasmile.com

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is an uplifting children's picture book about the freedom that you have to be you, to use your voice, to have your own style, and even show your silly side.

Written by Sheila W. Jackson Illustrated by Stephanie Hider

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University of Miami Families First Free Parenting Groups Source: UM Families First

Families First, funded by The Children’s Trust, offers free parenting groups for parents of children ages birth through 3 years throughout Miami-Dade County in both English and Spanish.

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ince 2004, the University of Miami's Families First Program, has successfully provided evidencebased, relationship-focused, culturally competent parenting services for parents and caregivers with young children residing in Miami-Dade County. Families First aims to strengthen families, promote optimal child health and development, and build resources for parents by providing high-quality standardized parenting groups, ensuring activities are culturally competent and sensitive, and increasing parent

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and community involvement. Program activities are based on best-practice concepts from child development theory and research that supports the importance of promoting positive parent-child relationships to facilitate optimal child development.

Program Prevention and Intervention Activities: Families First partners with over 20 community organizations, childcare facilities, and health care sites to implement and evaluate evidence-based,

culturally competent parenting activities. Services are offered in English and Spanish and groups are provided throughout the day to accommodate family interest, schedules, and needs.

All group facilitators are employees of the University of Miami and have been trained and supervised by Licensed Clinical Psychologists.

Parenting Groups: Families First currently offers 2 evidence-based/best practice, relationship-focused parenting groups:

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fun

There Are Top And Side Views Of Four Different Umbrellas!

Match Them Up! Baby and Me: A 10-week class for mothers, fathers and other caregivers with infants ages birth to 6 months.

Topics discussed each week include ways to promote infant brain development, soothe a crying infant, encourage language development and use positive parenting strategies to promote exploration and manage behavior. Discussion groups are small and each session includes a time to share successes and challenges, an educational topic and caregiver-infant activities.

The Incredible Years: A 12-week class for parents and caregivers with young children ages 1 to 3. Participants learn ways to promote toddlers’ physical, socialemotional and language development. Parents practice strategies to help children develop secure attachments, manage behavior and express emotions appropriately.

Groups have broad enrollment outreach and are offered in community-based settings throughout the county both in-person and via Zoom.

To register call 305.243.8425 or e-mail FamiliesFirst@miami.edu. You can also follow us on the Families First Facebook Page for updates or to register click the “sign-up” button at /umfamiliesfirst.

Answer: 1-3, 4-7, 5-6, 8-2.

Secure Telehealth groups Families First is now offering Telehealth parenting groups for families with young children in the comfort of their homes via Zoom. If you have a child between the ages of birth to three and reside in Miami-Dade County, sign up now.

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We want to celebrate with you!

It's here! Our 7th Anniversary! While this is tremendous cause for celebration, we want to take a moment to thank YOU for helping us to truly make a difference in the lives of South Florida families and countless others we reach through our online presence.

We are very fortunate to have formed excellent partnerships with many of our clients, child advocated leaders, non-profit organizations, and featured Moms that shared their stories throughout the toughest job of motherhood. Here are what just a few of them had to say: Happy 7th Anniversary to Kiddos Magazine! It has been such an honor to be featured on the cover of the Mother's Day issue with my family back in 2017 and again this past year. And it has been such a pleasure working with the talented publisher Veronica and photographer Diana of Tulips photography. Both of these ladies are so caring, kind and professional. Kudos to Kiddos for serving as a wonderful resource for parents and children in South Florida.

Kiddos has provided families with helpful information regarding schools, summer camps, educational activities, health tips and beyond. Thank you Veronica and Kiddos Magazine for your dedication to helping families and especially the kids in our community all of these years!

— With love and appreciation, Lissette Gonzalez, CBS4 News Meteorologist

Congratulations Kiddos Magazine! we love your commitment to inclusion of individuals with disabilities, or rather different abilities. Your content makes our community not only feel acknowledged and respected, but when you go a step further and feature someone with Down syndrome on your cover, you become an example of the beauty of diversity for other publications, and the world.

—Cecilia Elizalde, @Ceceliz YouTuber, Mother of @BraveWarriorVG

Frost Science works with Kiddos Magazine in an effort to connect with local families and promote the museum’s varied programs, including camps, Laser Evenings, overnights, new exhibitions and more. It’s always a pleasure working with Veronica and the team, while finding new ways of bringing science to the forefront of our community. Congratulations Kiddos on your 7th anniversary!

—Joseph A. Quiñones, Vice President, Marketing, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science (Frost Science)

As the mom of 3 kids, Kiddos Magazine has always been an important reference to me. I have also partnered numerous times with the magazine on different initiatives and it as always been an excellent experience.

—Anabelle Alarcon, Principal, Alarcon PR

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It was my pleasure to meet Veronica seven years ago as she began the journey with Kiddos Magazine. She has done an incredible job with the publication making it very pertinent and informational for parents. Veronica has been a great supporter of the Coral Gables Woman's Club and the Coral Gables Children's Dental Clinic.

Congratulations Veronica on a job well done!

—Ruth Martinez, President, Coral Gables Woman's Club

Congratulations Kiddos Magazine on your 7th Anniversary! On behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation – District Six, I thank you for your invaluable partnership and support over the years. Our safety campaigns, initiatives and messages have been able to successfully reach a wide audience all thanks to your publications and the many events you have hosted in the community. We look forward to many more years of fantastic collaboration.

— Carlos Sarmiento, Community Traffic Safety Programs Coordinator & Safety Campaigns Manager, Florida Department of Transportation – District Six

KIDDOS has been a treasure for myself and kids through the years. It is always our "go to" magazine to find out what's going on as well as important resources.... everything from dentists, what books to read, how to prepare my kids for back to school, to the next best upcoming events in our community! Thanks KIDDOS! — Keka Lorenzana, Mom of two kiddos

I’ve worked with Kiddos Magazine since 2014 and I always count on them for my advertising needs. I advertise my tutoring company and I always get new clients and the brand exposure I'm looking for. I also own It's Tea Time, and their Kid-Blast is ideal to promote my events, besides they also promote my businesses in their social media channels! Thank you Kiddos Magazine and congratulations on your 7th anniversary!

— Renee Hernandez, Principal, Miami Homework Help, It's Tea Time

Kiddos Magazine has been a long-term partner and advertising source for Care Resource Community Health Centers, Inc. It is a high-quality publication that has allowed us to maintain a consistent presence in various pediatric markets in Miami-Dade County. The team behind the publication are excellent in their fields including sales, composition, photography, and design.

— Jonathan Welsh, Associate Director of Development and Communications, Care Resource

Kiddos Magazine has always been a great resource to reach our community. Every year for different events, we have been able to count on their support to get the message out to others. Thank you Kiddos and congratulations. Thanks to you we have helped thousands of people in our area to learn English, become U.S. citizens or learn a new trade.

— Dr. Gemma Carrillo, Representative, The English Center (M-DCPS)

I congratulate the hard work and perseverance of Kiddos Magazine, always publishing the best content for kids and families. May this magazine continue bringing joy and resources to Miami residents.

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Back to School Snacks Fit for the Family

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s parents and kids navigate daily routines and extracurricular activities, making healthy food choices is essential to keep everyone energized and engaged.

When it comes to selecting snacks and preparing meals, keep it simple and stock up on foods that are easy to prep and can be used in more than one way.

One such food: fresh California grapes, which are abundant throughout the fall and into January. Crisp, juicy grapes can be eaten nearly anytime and anywhere, including school, the office and during after-school activities, at home or away.

They can also be used as an ingredient in easy weeknight meals like CaliforniaStyle Pizza, cousin to Hawaiian pizza, and Frozen Yogurt-Dipped Grapes are an easy, fun snack or dessert that kids can help prepare.

California-Style Pizza Servings: 8 1 pound prepared pizza dough 3/4 cup prepared pizza sauce 1 1/2 cups halved California seedless grapes 1 cup diced lean ham 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• Heat oven to 450 F. • Divide dough into

eight equal portions.

Spread into pizza rounds on baking sheets.

• Spread with pizza

sauce; sprinkle with grapes, ham and cheese. Bake until dough is lightly browned and cheese melted, about 12-14 minutes.

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Frozen Yogurt-Dipped Grapes Servings: 6 (10 grapes per serving) 60

California grapes, any color, rinsed and patted dry 3/4 cup 2% vanilla Greek yogurt 1/2 cup graham cracker flour or almond flour

• Insert toothpick into each grape.

Place yogurt in small bowl. Pour graham cracker or almond flour onto plate.

Line 9-by-13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.

• Dip each grape into yogurt, coating

two-thirds of grape, then dip yogurtcovered grape into desired flour to coat bottom. Place each dipped grape on baking dish; repeat until all grapes are yogurt-covered and dipped in flour.

Freeze at least two hours, or until grapes are frozen solid. k

For more snack and meal inspiration, visit grapesfromcalifornia.com.

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University of Miami Health System Pediatric Mobile Clinic Providing Free Vaccinations For Children SOURCE: UM Pediatric Mobile Clinic

Reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal an alarming trend that’s developed during the COVID-19 pandemic – a drastic decline in vaccine rates.

During this pandemic, pediatricians are continuing to safely see and treat young children. Healthcare professionals take necessary precautions like wearing appropriate protective gear, disinfecting surfaces, and practicing physical distancing as much as possible. “We are also keeping families separated from one another, reducing the number of visits, avoiding waiting rooms, and using physical distancing to protect staff and families. All of this is being done to keep children safe,” said Dr. Gwynn, who is also the incoming president for the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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any parents plan to resume their child’s routine vaccinations once the virus is no longer considered a serious risk. But, with schools re-opening at some point this year, doctors warn that this delay could cause a spike in infection rates among children or – worse – the potential for two infectious disease outbreak risks in schools.

“This is a very real risk,” says Judith Schaechter M.D., chair of pediatrics at the University of Miami Health System.

“We can’t afford to risk children’s lives by postponing vaccines during this period.”

“Children who are behind on their vaccines, or worse, unvaccinated, have immune systems that are not prepared to resist infection,” Dr. Schaechter said. “This is exactly how the measles epidemic of the last several years has occurred. Only now, it is a larger proportion of young children who are unvaccinated, and they are missing vaccines for diseases including measles, pneumococcus, Haemophilus Influenzae B, chickenpox, and mumps.”

According to the Miami-Dade County Vaccine Coalition, all childhood vaccines were down by 60 percent in April, and 40 percent in May. This includes the MMR and Tdap vaccines which were down by 78 and 81 percent, respectively.

To answer the need for up-to-date vaccinations, the University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic provides free vaccinations – as well as free COVID-19 testing – to children under the age of 12 throughout the community, targeting underserved neighborhoods and uninsured families.

Yesenia Bedoya brings her two sons, Camilo and Nicolas Arila, to the UHealth pediatric mobile clinic to receive free vaccines and COVID-19 testing at Curtis Park.

“Diseases such as measles will look for opportunities to strike in a community, and now may be the chance. So, our prevention efforts cannot take a break,” said Dr. Gwynn. k

“Coronavirus is concerning, but it is not the only concern,” said Lisa Gwynn, D.O., MBA, FAAP, CPE, director of the pediatric mobile clinic and Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation School Health Initiative. “Vaccination is always about benefit over risk of harm.”

To schedule an appointment for vaccination or COVID-19 testing with the University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic, call 305-243-2059.

Dr. Lisa Gwynn, director of the University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic.

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Journey Through The Frontiers Of Scientific Exploration In Power Of Science A new permanent exhibition at Frost Science Museum

How about testing your skills at Build Your Own Coastline, where you compete to protect a stretch of the Miami coastline from a major storm using three different elements: mangroves, sea walls and palm trees, within a fixed budget. The person with winning combinations over three rounds wins!

Photo Credit: Squint/Opera

Curious to see how corals are impacted by changing conditions in our oceans?

You can digitally interact with a rare, preserved Elkhorn Coral specimen by changing parameters in the ocean, such as temperature and nutrients, to see how this affects the coral’s health as well as the ecosystem behind it.

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ith science, the possibilities are endless. But where will our curiosity lead? Step into the shoes of researchers, explorers and innovators unlocking everything from the mysteries of the universe to those inside our bodies as you explore Power of Science, the newest permanent exhibition at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science.

Our journey to the edge of the known universe begins with science and this exhibition, developed in partnership with the University of Miami, will have you diving into the groundbreaking research and discoveries by scientists, including those from the University of Miami, highlighted through four scientific frontiers: Our Oceans, Our Environment, Our Bodies and Our Universe. Cuttingedge exhibits, rare specimens, an interactive floor and a showcase of collection pieces and scientific instruments used across various scientific fields bring these frontiers to life.

As you navigate the exhibition, you’ll meet pioneering scientists, such as Dmitri Mendeleev, inventor of the periodic

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table, and deep ocean explorers like Jacques Piccard and Dr. Sylvia Earle.

You can even take a selfie with a replica of Dr. Earle’s famous ocean-diving JIM suit!

Interactive exhibits and games will challenge you to think like a scientist and explore solutions to issues such as major storms and threats to coral reefs. You could try your hand at Hurricane Hindsight, an interactive, multiplayer game for all ages centered around fictional Hurricane Sebastian where you must decide whether to stay or evacuate, as a stream of information comes in from multiple sources and the risks constantly change. Or interact with Wild Weather, an augmented reality experience inspired

by TV meteorologists that places you in the middle of a Miami hurricane.

You can also experiment with the coolest periodic table you’ve come across, featuring a three-screen digital interactive that incorporates information about our oceans, bodies and universe. Select multiple objects such as the Sun and the Human Body and see overlapping elements in common or partner up with someone to combine elements and watch their chemical reactions unfold as a 3D animation on the big screen. k

Be inspired to start your scientific adventure by visiting Power of Science.

Learn more at www.frostscience.org/powerofscience.

Admission is included with all museum admission tickets. The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science is safely welcoming back visitors daily from 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The health of our guests and staff is our number one priority. To book tickets and to learn about our commitment to safety, please visit frostscience.org.

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Kiddos Magazine Summer Giveaway Winner

In Partnership with Miami Con Hijos and Todo Kids Party. o t io ns t a l u t a C o ngr mil y!!! a F i z z y Th e L u , A u dre e t t e s r is Nic k , G an! a n d Ry

Playdate Giveaway Kiddos Magazine hosted a Summer Giveaway Contest in partnership with Todo Kids Party and Miami Con Hijos. The winning family got to enjoy 3 hours of fun in their own home to

celebrate their son Ryan's 2nd birthday party.

The prize, the Enchanted toddler gym set courtesy of @todokidsparty which included a 250 square foot padded toddler play area with fencing, soft climbing equipment, a pastel colored ball pit and unicorn hoppers especially for children 3 and under. k

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Stay tuned for our upcoming Back to School & Kiddos 7th Anniversary Celebration IG Giveaway!

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Hair Accessories

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Goodtimer is a fun, interactive, and easy-to-use educational toy designed to encourage good habits through positive reinforcement, tangible incentives, and family participation!

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Back 2 School Essentials

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Your little one can have fun with their very own Magna-Tiles® Structures bus! The front of the tiles have all the bus pieces while the second side has numbers and symbols so your child can learn numbers and basic math skills. Ages 3+ Available at www.createon.com

Little Partners

Deluxe Learn 'N Play Art Center Easel Featuring a chalkboard, magnetic dry erase board, and parchment paper feeder, allowing your little creator to express their artist side for Back to School. Ages: 3-6 Available at www.littlepartners.com

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drive-thru event

Kiddos Magazine’s Back-to-School event & 7th Anniversary Celebration One more successful Back to School and anniversary event

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iddos Magazine celebrated it's 7th anniversary with a Drive-Thru Back to School event to give kids in our community a good start for the new school year! 200 backpacks and tote bags were distributed to families that drove in by Pinecrest Gardens Farmers Market to celebrated with us!

As part of the "new normal" we were able to deliver a safe and fun event; safety was our priority for all. Kudos to all the families participating who complied with all our rules, wearing maks at all times, showing their proof of registration and opening their trunks to receive the school supplies!

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As always we can't miss fun entertainment by Fairytale Favorites featuring orange and green Kiddos Crayons and music and photography

by DJ Musynk.

Thank you to our event supporters: Pinecrest Gardens, Green Market Co-Op, Todo Kids Party, Dade County Federal Credit Union, FDOT District Six, Miami Homework Help, UHealth Jackson Urgent Care, The Pencil Grip, OneBlood, Miggy's Gift, Study Buddies of Miami, Author Sheila Jackson and Fairytales Favorites.

Looking forward to see you next year!

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community

The Coral Gables Children’s Dental Clinic

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#Love Your Healthy Smile

he Coral Gables Children’s Dental Clinic was founded in 1939 by the Coral Gables Woman’s Club. The goal is to provide dental services to children of low income families in Miami-Dade County. Dental services are expensive and many times although parents are gainfully employed dental care is out of their reach. Since its inception, the clinic has helped more than 40,000 children in the county and provided more that 5.5 million dollars in FREE dental care.

The dental clinic is housed in the historic, former Coral Gables Library at 1092 Galliano Street, Coral Gables, FL 33134. As the primary beneficiary of the clubs fundraising efforts, special events are held throughout the year to raise money and grants are also submitted to various foundations for assistance.

The Dr. John T McDonald Foundation, Inc. has supported the clinic with more than $550,000 in grants over the years.

Additionally, the clubhouse houses two

beautiful salons that can be rented for weddings, quinceañeras, board luncheons, parties, baby showers, etc.

The income from these rentals helps to support the clinic.

The primary goal is to help as many families as possible with preventative dental care and services. It’s easy to qualify. Fill out an application and be ready to provide the following documents and guidance for acceptance.

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Proof of income, i.e., a W-2 form, a copy of the latest federal tax return, a paycheck stub, and proof of residency in Miami-Dade County.

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A parent or legal guardian must accompany the patient to all clinic visits. If a parent cannot be present, a person responsible for the patient must have a NOTARIZED permission from parent.

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Patients must be full-time students, unless the child is younger than school age. Patients from ages 2-18 are accepted. If the patient is in school, proof of school enrollment must be provided.

The bilingual professional staff of the dental clinic have experience with children of all ages and disabilities.

The clinic director, Dr. Iris-Torres - Rivera, DDS has over 30 years of experience.

The clinic is a safe, clean, and secure environment for children and families.

Patients can be seen during the CORONAVIRUS pandemic following strict health guidelines. All entering the clinic must abide by protocols in place for safety and security. k

For more information please call 305.448.6536 or email at cgchildrensdentalclinic@gmail.com. We look forward to serving your child!

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1. Britannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia

By What on Earth Books Launching on October 1, an amazing 416-page of mind-boggling facts, data and visuals provided by more than 100 world experts, a compendium of knowledge to satisfy all curious minds! Packed full of incredible facts you can trust, this All New Kids’ Encyclopedia celebrates Britannica’s return to printed books. Ages 8+ www.whatonearthbooks.com

2. Legends from Mom’s Closet

By Sasha Olsen Sasha writes her own story, Legends from Mom’s Closet is a diary about a 11 years old girl growing in Bal Harbour, Florida. She spent her summer indoors filled with learning and fun! In this book, she shares her experiences meeting legendary women by reading their stories and dressing up as them. One day, curiosity got the best of Sasha, and snuck into her mom’s closet, borrowed her clothes, and spent a day in these legends’ shoes. www.legendsfrommomscloset.com

3. When the World Feels Like a Scary Place

By Dr. Abigail Gewirtz Essential Conversations for Anxious Parents and Worried Kids.

An urgent and necessary book that

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focuses on big ideas and global stressors, such as how to talk to your child about everything from climate change to active shooter drills. Not only are these tough conversations but they’re made extra difficult given parents' own anxieties surrounding these issues. Parents. www.workman.com

4. The Constitution Decoded: A Guide to the Document That Shapes Our Nation

By Katie Kennedy The book decodes the original document with a direct translation of the text, dissecting every word, phrase and idea. Packed with historical context and figures, vocabulary, anecdotes, and trivia, this book is an accessible yet richly layered work that belongs in every family library. Ages 10 to 14. www.workman.com

5. The Screaming Hairy Armadillo

by Steve and Matthew Murrie A quirky compendium of curious animal species with bizarre names.

With an informative science-based curriculum, broken down into different categorized chapters, like “Magical Names,” “Delicious Names,” and “Just-Plain-Weird Names,” readers will discover how the world’s most oddly coined creatures

were termed through their curious habits, peculiar appearances, and extraordinary abilities.

Ages 7 to 10. www.workman.com

6. CJ's Big Moment

By C.J. Watson Former NBA player and author, C.J. Watson will be releasing his 3rd book from his children's book series called "CJ's Big Moment".

CJ is captain of his basketball team and everyone looks up to him, well everyone except the school bully.

When one of CJ's teammates keeps getting picked on, it's up to CJ to come up with a solution and be the leader. Will CJ help his friend and stand up to the bully once and for all? Ages up to 12 www.cjpens.com

7. The Kid’s Awesome Activity Wall Calendar 2021

By Mike Lowery with workman calendars Sparks creativity and keeps kids’ minds engaged, all year long.

Each seasonal, colorfully illustrated spread is jam-packed with interactive entertainment, including offbeat prompts to get the mental wheels turning, lively games, and cool crafts. It also includes over 300 stickers for decorating pages and marking events! www.workman.com

8. Audubon Little Owls Mini Wall Calendar 2021

By National Audubon Society with workman calendars With their round eyes, distinctive hooting calls, and inscrutable expressions, owls emanate wisdom and mystique. A fluffy trio of Boreal Owls lined up on a branch.

A majestic, speckle-feathered Austral Pygmy-Owl. www.workman.com

9. I'm feeling School

Bus Yellow!

By Tina Gallo A Colorful Book about School.

Celebrate the back-to-school season with fantastic Crayola colors in this adorable board book that’s shaped like a school bus with foil on the cover! Ages 2 to 5. www.simonandschuster.com k

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Legends from Mom’s Closet Written by: Sasha Olsen

My new book! This is a diary of how I spent last summer. Since the rainy weather kept me indoors, I probably read a hundred books! Eventually, curiosity got the best of me and I ended up in my mom's closet. Next thing I know, I'm dressing up like the legends I read about. Finding unique pieces around the house and picking out my mom’s vintage clothes, I came up with the coolest looks.

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on’t you want to give your clothes a second life? Everyone… think about your mom, dad, sisters, brothers or even grandparents’ clothes you’ve played with or wished to have.

The options are endless! You could make new things or better yet, dress up in their vintage!

new things and adding to pollution.

People don’t realize it, but clothing is a big part of ocean pollution. This is a super fun and great way to get creative! I’ve gotten to know even more about my family through their stories of their favorite things.

After reading Legends from Mom’s Closet and learning about these legends with me, everyone should try it for themselves. Think about someone you really want to spend the day as and start exploring!

You might want to ask permission first or just surprise your family with a presentation. I hope my book inspires other kids and families to have fun and make their very own legendary set at home. We have everything we need right around us. k

Let me tell you about how I make my mom’s clothes become mine.

With my project, Legends from Mom’s Closet, I get to try on and play with my mom’s clothes a lot. I realized that I can wear her clothes, but I can do even more through experimenting. By turning them into a whole new outfit for me and my little sister!

"It all starts with imagination!"

Trying it on, cutting, and sewing… I’ve been learning. Because of how much I love the oceans, it’s important to me that we help save them. By dressing up and remaking my mom’s clothes, I don’t have to even think about buying

Left, Sasha recreated "The Son of Man"

by René Magritte. Right, a photo of Sasha from her endangered animal series and ocean activism movement @Iwantmyoceanback.

Also, be sure to check out my website www.legendsfrommomscloset.com and @legendsfrommomscloset.com on Instagram to join me in continuing my project of learning, dressing up, and even meeting the legends of our days.

Trust me, there’s a whole lot more to see!

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hether it be virtual, homebased, or back in the classroom, the end of summer means it’s back to school. No matter where learning takes place, having the right tools is essential. Pilot Pen offers their top picks for getting organized, staying creative and keeping sharp so you – and your kids – can feel ready for whatever this school year throws your way!

• FriXion –Create Colorful Organization FriXion Fineliner erasable fine point marker pens are perfect planner companions. These 2020 Product of Year winners are available in 12 shades of vibrant, thermo-sensitive, clean erasing ink. Now you can keep paper planners, family calendars and bullet journals up-to-date, and looking pristine, so you always know what’s next on the schedule.

• G2 – Overachieve Your Way

The new G2 Neon and Pastel collections are perfect for adding a personal touch to your school supplies and projects.

Smooth-writing, #1 selling G2 gel ink pens from Pilot are proven to last longer than other gel ink pens and work equally well on light or dark colored paper.

Whether you’re looking for bright, bold neons, or the soft touch of pastel, the power of your written words are sure to shine through with G2.

• Precise – Stay On Point

NEW Precise Marklighter2 Dual-Tip highlighters deliver double the details in one compact pen. One end features a smooth, broad chisel tip highlighter, while the other end offers a matching, bullet tip marker point. Now you can color-code notes, underline big ideas, and define all the details without missing a beat. Make sure to pick up your assorted 6 pack, exclusively at Target! k

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Back to School with a home office setup for the whole family As many school districts will continue with virtual learning, creating a comfortable at-home school/work station will be an important way to help kids succeed in their new learning normal.

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he X-Chair products fit all!

They can be used by children doing homework or learning virtually, parents working from home and really anyone needing to use the home office.

Take a look at the top 4 X-Chair Back to School products: X-Basic Task Chair Distinctly stylish and made with proprietary ergonomic comfort technology that has never before been applied to office seating. Molds to the shape of the user's body, 10 comfort design adjustments make this glove-like fit possible — a seat with adjustable height and depth, a height-adjustable backrest, a headrest with adjustable height and angle, 4-dimensional armrests (with adjustable height, width, depth and angle), adjustable tilt tension and a tilt lock. X-Chair's greatest ergonomic feat is one that needs no adjusting.

Effortlessly combines style and comfort with bold curves and elegant design. It comes in several models tailored for each individuals specific need. Most models have several color options to create a customized look for your kids rooms or any home workspace, the polished aluminum accents create a striking chair to look great in any at-home space.

The X-YoYo Active Stool Sit or Stand Comfortably. With a 10.75" height adjustment range, and the autoreturn Ergo-Saddle™, you or your kids can comfortably use XYoyo at your work/ homework station and, be it a traditional desk, or a height adjustable table.

X-Flex Top Adjustable Standing Desk Converter rises to the occasion. It allows you to easily continue working while standing, increasing daily comfort and allowing you to move around while you work. You can also use X-FlexTop to slightly change your desk height to make sure your monitor or you laptop are at a comfortable height when sitting in your X-Chair. The X-FlexTop height adjustable standing desk perfectly compliments any X-Chair. Combined, they provide the best option to create a healthy and productive work environment for kids and adults!

X-TS Monitor Arm X-TS Monitor Arms were designed to make your life easy and productive.

Creating an organized and healthy work environment doesn’t have to require an ergonomist and a handyman. In 10 minutes or less, you will be able to set up your new X-TS arm and be back to work with more space on your desk and a level of comfort previously unimaginable. k

For more information on how to set up a fun and versatile home workspace with X-Chair visit www.xchair.com

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