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october/november 2020 • Vol. 8 issue 2

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Fall Activities & Events Guide

HEALTH

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Safety Steps For Spooky Fun education, art & entertainment

The Power of Forgiveness & Gratitude

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OCTOBER

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N OVEMBER

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Vol. 8 issue 2 FEATURE 8 |

The Power Of Forgiveness & Gratitude

DENTISTRY 1 0 |

Halloween Survival Tips From Your Dentist

PARENTING 1 6 |

Safety Steps For Spooky Fun

12 DIY

An Outside-The-Box, DIY Halloween Costume Combination

14 NEWS

Spooky Specs Halloween 3D Glasses

20 SNACKS Dirt Cups

22 TREATS

Fun Halloween & Fall Inspired Goodies

24 COOL STUFF

HEALTH 1 8 |

in every issue

Care Resource Honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Fall Essentials

30 BOOK REVIEWS

Suggestions For Kids And Families To Read This Month FAMILY DESTINATIONS 2 5 |

Loews Miami Beach Hotel

2 6 |

LEGOLAND® Florida Resort

31 EXHIBITIONS

Nature's Superheroes

32 FAMILY EVENTS COMMUNITY 2 8 | Miami-Dade

WIC Program (Women, Infants and Children)

Where To Go With Our Kiddos

34 INTERVIEW

Eglee Nunez-Sancristobal, Principal of STARS Global Preparatory

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Kiddos Publisher’s Notes

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Fall is in the air! We are gearing up for a favorite season of mine. October takes us to the season of change and into all the fun that leads to the little things that we treasure the most, Autumn memories.

Fall is here and traditional family activities will be a bit different this year, you can still ensure a fun and special time following all health and safety measures to keep you, your family, and others safe.

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What to consider before going out on Halloween? Safety Steps for Spooky Fun brings safety tips to keep your little ghosts happy, before, during, and after. Parents! We strongly recommend considering all these tips for a safe Trick or Treating experience with your kiddos! Read more on page 16.

This October Care Resource Honors Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the theme of the month is “Let’s Work ToGetHer,” – as it speaks to the power a community has to help deliver access to education, screening, treatment, support, and hope to individuals battling breast cancer, despite circumstances.

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This issue also celebrates The Power of Forgiveness & Gratitude, for this Fall season, Camille shares with Kiddos Magazine – 5 powerful practices or understandings that will benefit you as a parent, your children, and the whole family.

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Wishing everyone an amazing Fall season and a special Thanksgiving day!

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The Power of Forgiveness & Gratitude

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WRITTEN BY: Camille Lucy

n holidays like Thanksgiving, we are much more conscious of the practice of “giving thanks.” But, did you know that forgiveness is not only the gateway to living an attitude of gratitude, but a practice that brings you and your family closer to each other… and closer to true and lasting happiness?

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Forgiveness is like a key that opens the door to your heart, lets love and light shine in, and allows gratitude to replace bitterness, wellbeing to replace dis-ease. Many are unaware that forgiveness is an act of self-love and care, and rarely has to do with other people. We do not have to condone the actions or words that hurt us in order to forgive. Through forgiveness, we can learn to practice true, unconditional love and appreciation for ourselves, others, and the very life that supports us. What better way to “give thanks” than that?

• Forgiveness is an inside job. Holding

Forgiveness is one of the most powerful tools you can offer your children to ensure they lead a life of pure joy and full of blessings. Here are 5 practices or understandings that will benefit you, as a parent, your children, and your family as a whole:

• Love yourself enough to forgive.

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onto grudges or remaining angry or negatively-charged keeps us imprisoned in our own bodies and minds. True happiness, peace and freedom (let’s not forget overall wellbeing and health) come from letting go of the past and its power over you. This is a vital component of self-care and self-love that releases us from blocks that keep us stuck. Teaching your children how to forgive, and why, sets them on a path with way less stress, anxiety and unhappiness into their adult lives.

Holding onto the pain of the past accumulates in our bodies and minds and eventually harms us and becomes illness. Love yourself enough to let go, forgive, and move on. Teach your children

that they deserve true happiness; and that anger does not serve them or their well-being. Encourage them to love themselves enough to make the choice to let go of painful thoughts of the past.

(Hint: holding on doesn't prevent the pain, it keeps it active and close to home)

• Forgive easily, forgive often. Lead

by example. Practice what you teach your children. Let upsets roll off your shoulders, and move on with peace and love as the driving force in your family.

Offer forgiveness for mistakes made, or feelings hurt, and replace the habit of anger with that of understanding and compassion (and while you're at it, offer apologies and acknowledgments when you may hurt others’ feelings, whether intentional or not, invoking an opportunity to receive forgiveness from them).

• Recognize the good. Being

understanding and compassionate allows us to recognize that everyone is doing the best they can in any given moment. That includes your spouse and your children.. and you! Be gentle with yourself and others. Wrongdoings are often a result of inner pain and turmoil.

They’re really not personal. Be aware of this, and remember: every act is an act of love or a cry for love. Sometimes, when people, or our children, are suffering, they seek love but don’t know how to get it. Recognizing this and the good in others, and extending compassion, opens your heart and mind and allows you to forgive easily and often. Teaching your children to recognize these lessons ensures that they will be resilient, caring and kind with others and themselves.

• Open your heart to Love and

Gratitude. Compassion and understanding - opening your heart to see the good - are ways to practice “priming.” Priming is a conditioning that allows you to recognize, accept and receive the good life has to offer you (you're being primed to notice and receive miracles!). Letting go of all the baggage, and forgiving, allows us the space (think: declutter) to fill ourselves up with the good stuff. If we are focused on the negative, we may miss all the positive things right in front of us. But, instead, if we expect good feelings and good things to occur, we

witness and allow the miracles to unfold before us. A grateful heart allows us to experience life in a new way; presently, gently and aware. Showing our children what gratitude is really about and how to practice it daily, (not just on Thanksgiving!) deepens the bond of family and brings everyone closer, more connected, in a purely loving way.

• Grief…and Forgiveness. The holidays

can be an especially painful time when there is someone missing from the dinner table and many families lost loved ones due to the recent pandemic. It’s not just an empty seat…it’s an empty feeling in the heart. Be sure to practice forgiveness

as part of the grieving process. Forgive your loved ones for passing on, forgive yourself for the words you didn't speak, forgive the situation for happening… no matter what pain it is you're holding onto, forgive. Honor your loved one, and the love you shared between you, by gently releasing any negative attachments or feelings, and try to replace them with love: set a picture of them nearby, say a prayer, invite them to be present with you in your heart during the holidays, or make time to share stories and memories about them. You can even begin a tradition to honor that special missing loved one during holidays. Perhaps you can bake their favorite pie or dish. And as you enjoy it, thank them for being such a beautiful part of your life.

While it may seem trivial or perhaps difficult to do, practicing forgiveness (of yourself, the past, others) will give your family the opportunity to open your hearts, expand your minds, increase compassion and understanding, and allow for an attitude of gratitude to replace negative feelings. These are all benefits that far exceed those of holding onto anger or upset (remember, in that case you get to be right, but you don't get to be happy). Make the space in your hearts, in your home, and allow forgiveness to be the glue that holds you all together in love, acceptance and grace…this holiday, and always. k

Camille Lucy is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Reiki & Raindrop Technique Practitioner, Ordained Holistic Minister, Certified Meditation Teacher (in process) and a Mother of 3 girls.

Camille is also author of, "The (Real) Love Experiment: Explore Love, Relationships & The Self."

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dentistry

Halloween Survival Tips From Your Dentist Source: FIU’s Center for Children and Families

Assure A Smile Holistic Dentistry that they brush and floss to remove any buildup of food particles and sugar from their teeth and gums. Our yearround advice is to brush twice daily and floss once daily. Teach your kids these habits to help avoid future cavities and gum disease.

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e love dreaming up new healthy ways for families to enjoy Halloween. But let’s face it.

Candy is part of the season. Kids are encouraged to trick or treat at school, at local community events, and then door-to-door. It can be great fun.

However, if you’re not careful, your child might eat their own weight in candy (not fun). Too much candy can be a nightmare for your child’s dental health.

There are smarter ways to celebrate, and you don’t have to ban trick-or-treating for your kids. Here are our tips for navigating the frightful Halloween season: Bad Versus Better Candy. The worst candies are sticky and gummy varieties because they are harder to clean away from teeth. Also, be careful with hard candies as they can actually break a tooth. Chocolate, and in particular dark chocolate, can be a safer choice. In addition there are several nut and fruit bars on the market which are lower in

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Switch-Witchery. The Switch Witch is similar to the Tooth Fairy but for Halloween. It works like this: After all the trick-or-treating is done (and your kids have enjoyed some of their candy,) everyone gets ready for a visit from the Switch Witch. The friendly Witch pays a visit after bedtime and switches out bags of candy for a prize. The more candy a kid sets aside for the Witch, the better their prize will be. Be sure to tell your kids the story of the Switch Witch before Halloween so that they look forward to her arrival. sugar than most candy. Just be sure to check the ingredients on the label.

Avoid extra sugar, overly processed foods, and chemicals.

Healthy Snack Choices. The bacteria in our mouths consume the sugar in sweet treats and release acid, which can lead to tooth decay. A small amount of candy at Halloween may be fine, but there are many smart alternatives – fresh fruit likes apples and oranges, nuts, and veggies like carrots or sugar snap peas. Halloween is also a great time to prepare healthy treats with your kids. For example, try devilishly decorated deviled eggs, blood orange punch, pumpkin pancakes, or healthy Halloween cookies.

Brushing and Flossing. Halloween provides an opportunity to remind kids about the importance of brushing and flossing. The goal is to minimize damage to teeth that can be caused by sugar. If your kids eat candy, be sure

Our final bit of advice is to have fun, be safe, and be healthy. Oh, and say hello to the Switch Witch if you see her. Our final bit of advice is to have fun, be safe, and be healthy. Oh, and say hello to the Switch Witch if you see her. After have fun, wear a mask. k

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An Outside-the-Box, DIY Halloween Costume Combination

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ven though Halloween may look a little different this year for many families, there are still ways to make the most of popular seasonal traditions, like costumes, spooky decor and festive treats.

Photo courtesy of Amazon

Rather than venturing out to look for a costume, get creative at home with everyday craft supplies and delivery boxes to make unique, low-cost costumes – or “boxtumes.” Not only are boxtumes a simple way to save money by upcycling delivery boxes you’ve accumulated, but making them can be a fun activity for the whole family.

Your creations can be as simple or elaborate as you’d like. Turn an everyday hero into a Halloween superhero this year with a DIY Fire Truck Boxtume, or make it a duo costume perfect for siblings by adding a DIY Fire Hydrant Boxtume to match. With Amazon Prime’s fast, free shipping, any crafting supplies or candy you may need – and the box for your DIY creation – could be just one order away.

Share your upcycled box creations on social media using #Boxtumes, and find more inspiration and simple how-to guides at amazon.com/ boxtumes2020. Members can also extend their spooktacular fun with Halloween-themed movies, books and music available through Amazon Prime’s entertainment benefits.

DIY Duo Firefighting Boxtumes Projects courtesy of Michelle Nhu Fire Truck Supplies and Instructions: • boxes, variety of sizes • Scissors

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• Paint brushes • Red acrylic paint • White acrylic paint • Gray acrylic paint • Hot glue • Hot glue gun • Markers, variety of colors (optional) Have your child sit in different size boxes to find one that fits comfortably.

Save other boxes for later.

Using scissors, cut out top and bottom of box to create truck shape.

Using reserved boxes and scissors, cut out two ladders, six medium circles and six smaller circles for wheels, rectangles for front and back windshields, six small squares for windows and equipment doors, four circles for headlights and seven thin rectangles for grill.

Using paint brush, paint large box mostly red or get creative and use separate paint brushes to paint white stripes down sides of box and half of front gray for grill. Then paint ladders, grill pieces and medium wheel circles black. Paint small wheel circles and equipment doors gray and windows and lights white.

Once paint dries, use hot glue and glue gun to adhere each piece tofire truck as desired. Use markers to outline windows and add dots to small wheel circles and equipment door handles, if desired.

Fire Hydrant Supplies and Instructions: • 2 boxes • Scissors • Hot glue • Hot glue gun • 3 empty tape rolls • 1 cotton headband • Red acrylic paint • Black acrylic paint • Paint brushes • Blue pants or skirt • Blue tulle (optional) • Blue felt pieces (optional) Select box that fits around your child’s torso.

Using scissors, cut box into eight equal-sized rectangles.

Assemble rectangles vertically into octagon and glue together using hot glue and glue gun.

Using scissors, cut holes for arms on two sides of octagon. Glue two empty tape rolls to outside of arm holes and one on front to mimic nut on fire hydrant.

On flat piece of another box, draw dome shape that will fit your child’s head. Use scissors to cut it out then glue bottom to stretchy, cotton headband.

Using paint brush, paint cardboard pieces red. Use separate brush to paint black stripes on corners of octagon.

Once paint dries, boxtume is complete.

On blue pants or skirt meant to mimic water, glue pieces of blue tulle and blue felt pieces to look like water droplets, if desired. k

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Safety Steps For Spooky Fun Source: Mars Chocolate North America

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Traditional family activities like trick-or-treating create fun moments and memories, but the effects of COVID-19 on this Halloween will bring about change for the spooky excitement.

ou can still ensure a special night for your little ones and all the ghouls, goblins and ghosts in your neighborhood by following safety measures aimed at keeping everyone healthy on All Hallows’ Eve. Consider these tips for safe trickor-treating from the experts at the National Safety Council and leading candy maker, Mars Wrigley.

Before

• Buy individually wrapped candy to

hand out to trick-or-treaters. Fun-size packs are one of the easiest forms of candy for trick-or-treaters to grab and go.

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• Create fun, individual candy

goody bags for a no-touch option for trick-or-treaters.

• Make sure your yard is well-lit; replace any burnt-out light bulbs.

• Create signs encouraging trick-ortreaters to stay 6 feet apart and display them in your yard.

• Don’t hand out treats if you are not feeling well.

• Consider socially distanced options such as “trunk-or-treating,” during which prepackaged goodies are handed out, or a virtual costume parade.

Alternately, you can use a tool like Mars Wrigley’s “TREAT TOWNTM,” an appbased digital experience for families to virtually trick-or-treat for real candy.

It offers Halloween fans of all ages the ability to create personalized spooky avatars, customized decorations for your in-app “door” and the ability to “knock” on the doors of friends and family across the country.

• Visit Treat-Town.com to find more information.

During

• Make trick-or-treating care packs

with hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes and extra face masks.

• Help little ones clean their hands throughout the night.

• Maintain a distance of 6 feet from other groups of trick-or-treaters, allowing one group to collect candy at a time.

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Match Pumpkins And Smiles • Wear face masks and reflective tape or

clothing and carry flashlights or glow sticks if you’re walking in the dark.

• Do “mask checks.” Stop in a safe place and make sure young children’s masks are covering their mouths and noses.

• Use sidewalks and crosswalks. Don’t cross the street between cars and be as visible as possible as drivers may be distracted.

• Consider setting up a grab-and-go “candy corner” for visitors, inclusive of hand sanitizer and treats.

After

• Wash your hands when you get home.

• Sanitize candy wrappers before eating or let it sit for 24 hours.

• Follow the “when in doubt, throw it out” rule.

Throw away any candy that is open, ripped or has torn packaging, an unusual appearance or pinholes. Discard any homemade items made by people you don’t know.

• Watch for choking hazards. If you have a young child, make sure candy he or she collected isn’t a choking hazard. If it is, discard it.

• Keep candy away from pets, especially chocolate and sugar-free gum, which can be poisonous for your furry friends.

If you’re staying home to hand out treats to the superheroes, ghosts, princesses and other little guests that arrive on your doorstep, consider these ideas to encourage safety and fun: • Minimize the number of hands reaching into a bowl. Find fun, hands-free ways to give candy to trick-or-treaters. You can place candy on your lawn or driveway, so trick-or-treaters don’t have to crowd around your front door, touch handrails or knock.

• Move out of the way any items that children could trip over and keep pets inside.

• Stand outside when handling treats, wear a mask and use hand sanitizer often. Consider keeping a large bottle of sanitizer near you for visitors to use as well.

• Allow one small group at a time at your door.

• Give out one set of treats at a time to minimize hands reaching into a common bowl. k

Answer: 1-10, 3-8, 6-2, 7-4, 9-5.

Handing Out Treats from Home

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ctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness surrounding the disease. The theme for the month is “Let’s Work ToGetHer,” – as it speaks to the power Care Resource’s a community has to help deliver Medical Providers access to education, screening, have integrated best treatment, support, and hope to practices and individuals battling breast canconsiderations for cer, despite circumstances. women’s health into their practices.

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Have a scary good time when you make these deliciously creamy Halloween dirt cups!

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et your kid’s imaginations run wild as they customize their treats by layering creamy pudding and brownie brittle and decorating with gummy worms.

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Prep and cook time: 16 minutes Serving Size: 8 servings

For vanilla pudding: • 2 cups milk (whole or low fat) • 1 cup sugar • ¼ teaspoon salt • ¼ cup cornstarch • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract • 2 tablespoons butter

INGREDIENTS • Brownie brittle (one 4 oz package) • Gummy worms For chocolate pudding: • ¾ cup of sugar • 2 cups milk (whole or low fat) • ¼ cup cornstarch

teaspoon salt teaspoons cocoa powder tablespoons butter teaspoon vanilla extract

PREPARATION

For vanilla pudding: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, milk, cornstarch, and salt.

Bring to a boil while stirring, cook until mixture thickens and coats the back of the metal spoon.

Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla.

If orange is desired for Halloween pudding, add the coloring.

For chocolate pudding: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, milk, cornstarch, salt, and cocoa powder.

Bring to a boil while stirring, cook until mixture thickens and coats the back of the metal spoon.

Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla.

Cover and set aside for assembly.

To assemble: Crush Brownie Brittle (one 4 oz package) by pounding with a mallet or heavy pan.

In a clear cup, place 1 TBS crushed brittle on bottom, alternate with layers of orange and chocolate pudding, having the final (top) layer ending with crushed brittle.

Decorate with gummy worms and whole brittle pieces. k

Optional: 2 drops yellow food coloring and 1 drop red

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Fun Halloween & Fall inspired goodies Sweet Chaos Vanilla Chai & Maple Brown Sugar Flavors

Fall into the chaos with these two delightful seasonal flavors from Sweet Chaos! Sweet Chaos Handmade Kettle Corn is Gluten Free, made with Non-GMO popcorn, and has NO artificial colors or flavors. www.sweetchaos.com

Wiley Wallaby Classic Red Licorice - Halloween Edition Spookily delicious! Wiley Wallaby has debuted their Halloween Treat Bag featuring chewy and soft licorice that satisfies your craving for a sweet treat! www.wileywallaby.com

MAGICdATES Energy Bites Chocolate Covered Hazelnut Flavor

Free2b Foods Sunflower Butter Cups

Made of only nutrient-dense ingredients, MAGICdATES Energy Bites are a specially-selected variety of dates with walnuts, coconut, and cacao to bring you a chewy, crunchy, and sweet bite with just a touch of Himalayan salt. www.magicdatesbites.com

Halloween is tough for those with food allergies! The Sun Cups and Mini Sun Cups make excellent plant-based treats that are top 12 allergen-free. www.free2bfoods.com

Welch’s Fruit Snacks Bulk Variety Pack

Filled with Mixed Fruit & Berries 'n Cherries varieties, the 110 count variety pack is perfect to stock up on America’s favorite fruit snack for the back to school season. www.welchsfruitsnacks.com

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FREE

4th Annual

PUMPKIN PATCH AT DADELAND MALL NEXT TO JCPENNEY

7535 N KENDALL DRIVE, MIAMI, FL

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PUMPKIN DECORATING Children will be able to choose a mini pumpkin from the pumpkin patch to decorate, while supplies last and/or fall themed arts and crafts.

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cool stuff

Spooky Ball

Loog Guitars

Pro VI Acoustic Our first 6-string guitar!

Designed 12 year-olds and above, including grown ups.

Players who are ready for a 6-string neck, and thanks to the accompanying flashcards and app, will find it super easy to finally learn to play guitar.

Available at www.loogguitars.com

bblüv A bounce ball filled with creepy crawlers.

As the ball bounces the creepy spiders go crawling for a fun play pattern!

Available at www.kess.co

Arenä

Digging a hole in the sand is all you need to place the Arenä.

You can relax at the beach while your baby plays safely in the water next to you. Ages 0 + Available at www.bbluvgroup.com

Ice Hopper A glitter-filled take on a classic toy. As it spins around, it sparkles with liquid glitter providing for colorful play. 6+ Available at www.kess.co

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Sticky the Boo

Essentials

Scare up some sticky, spooky and messfree Halloween fun! Grip, squish, shape and throw! Watch it splat and stick to any flat surface... it even glows in the dark!

Available on www.hogwildtoys.com

Playmobil Scooby-Doo!

Embark on a SCOOBY-DOO! Adventure with Scooby-Doo™ and Velma™ as they try to escape the spelling-casting witch!

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Chalk of the Town

Halloween T-Shirt

Adventure in the Witch’s Cauldron:

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Grip Guard

T-Shirt and Long Sleeve Kits to Tote Bags to Patches, allowing both kids and adults to create and design their own wearable fashion using Chalkboard markers.

Available on www.amazon.com/ chalkofthetown

A touchless multi-functional protector that allows you to avoid direct contact with germs on various high touch, public surfaces throughout your day!

Available at www.thegripguard.com

The #UpsidedDownChallenge Game This game literally flips your world upside down! Players wear goggles that flip their vision — and then attempt to compete seemingly easy challenges like writing your name and connecting dots.

Available on www.target.com

destinations

Loews Miami Beach Hotel is “Welcoming You Like Family” Now, More Than Ever Positioning is rooted in a commitment to the care and comfort of guests, drawing on Loews’ dedication to intuitive service, authenticity and familial hospitality

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oews Miami Beach Hotel confirms its commitment to making guests feel safe, protected and cared for with “Welcoming You Like Family,” a fresh brand position which defines Loews as more than simply a collection of hotels, but a brand deeply rooted in welcoming and caring for guests like family.

“Welcoming You Like Family” captures the powerful feeling of familiarity and comfort, which characterizes the Loews guest experience and is a philosophy that guides service and operations at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, while uniting the 26 Loews hotels and resorts across North America. For a guest at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, this means experiencing intuitive service that meets their individual needs with a certain level of

informality, just like family. And, for a Loews team member, it means delivering personalized service and being empowered to go above and beyond to ensure each guest leaves feeling part of the Loews family, whether it is their first stay or their tenth.

“There couldn’t be a better time to stand behind what makes Loews Miami Beach Hotel distinctive in the region, and we understand that currently the future of travel is contingent on how our guests feel and are cared for,” said Mutluhan Kucuk, Managing Director, Loews Miami Beach Hotel. “While important, guest comfort needs to go beyond communicating cleaning protocols and statistics. Our team members within the Loews Miami Beach Hotel family are well versed in finding opportunities to connect with and care for guests, even in our currently physically distanced environment. Through ‘Welcoming You Like Family’ we look forward to serving our guests and each other thoughtfully and intuitively, just like family.”

Loews is further defining its positioning through a revision of messaging across the brand website, digital advertising, within the hotel guest experience and via earned media channels, as well as through a refreshed visual identity.

Additionally, “Welcoming You Like Family” will become the name of Loews Miami Beach Hotel’s new and enhanced protocols and standards. On property the new positioning is further reflected as part of the “new normal” with thoughtful signage, touchpoints and services which guide guests safely, and comfortably, throughout their stay. For example, in order to support physical distancing without sacrificing human connection at the hotel, Chat Your Service is a hotel-wide texting service that makes it easy for guests to request whatever they might need during their stay. Whether a guest needs a restaurant reservation, the AC turned up, or extra hangers, they can be in touch with a team member immediately via text.

To jumpstart travel and experience “Welcoming You Like Family,” Loews Miami Beach Hotel invites families to book their next getaway with the Third Night Free offer, which features a complimentary third night when booking a two night stay. k

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Brick or Treat with Safe, Spooky Fun ® at LEGOLAND FLORIDA RESORT Trick-or-Treating and Exclusive Character Moments Every Saturday + Sunday Through Halloween at the Family-Friendly Event Safety First.... And Always!

• NEW! Virtual line launches on the official LEGOLAND Florida® Mobile App this weekend! Now, guests can join the virtual line for some of our most popular attractions and build some extra play into their day – save their space in line and be free to enjoy the rest of the theme park until they get a notification that it’s time to return and ride! Social distancing has never been easier or more fun.

• Our trick-or-treating locations have

been thoughtfully planned to allow extra spacing for families and contactless distribution of candy.

• In addition to social distancing, all

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ocated just 45 minutes from Orlando and Tampa, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is the ultimate vacation destination for families with kids. The resort includes an interactive, 150-acre theme park with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions inspired by popular LEGO® brands and characters, LEGOLAND Water Park and two uniquely themed accommodations: the LEGOLAND Hotel and LEGOLAND Beach Retreat.

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Starting this October through Halloween, families will experience the spooky, kooky fun of one of the only kid-friendly Halloween events in Central Florida! At LEGOLAND® Florida Resort’s Brick or Treat, guests will enjoy safe, contactless trick-or-treating with plenty of candy, seasonal shows and exclusive LEGO® characters in the ultimate kids Halloween celebration—and, it’s all included in general admission.

employees at these stations will wear face coverings (masks and/or face shields) and gloves, and all character/ performer interactions will be staged using generous spacing, of six feet or more, and elevated platforms.

• Since our reopening on June 1,

LEGOLAND Florida Resort has safely welcomed families to play in our parks and stay in our resorts with enhanced health and safety measures, including more than 200 hand sanitizer locations, cashless payments, temperature checks upon arrival, and consistent cleaning practices.

Event Dates with Extended Hours Brick or Treat runs Saturdays and Sundays in October through Halloween: Oct. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 and 31.

Trick-or-Treating NEW! Candy chutes make trick-or-treating even sweeter this year! Trick or treat yo' self to some candy from a distance!

Spooky-Fun Shows The fun keeps coming with the spirited performance of fanfavorite shows with throughout the day on all nine event dates.

The Groovin’ Graveyard A graveyard comes to life with ghoulish delight, after musical spirits are awakened from their eternal slumber. Get ready to groove as this haunted group drums up some skele- fun!

A Candy-Coated Curse It’s Halloween night, and some curious trick-or-treaters have ventured into City Hall to find themselves in sticky situation. Join them as they sing and dance their way through solving A CandyCoated Curse in this live show!

LEGO® Monster Moments This year’s event also celebrates the return of character experiences to LEGOLAND Florida with a spooky squad of characters that guests can only see during Brick or Treat.

LEGO® Builds and Don’t-Miss Photo Stops LEGO fans can help craft an enormous LEGO® mosaic masterpiece

brick by brick in LEGO® Kingdoms or challenge their friends in a ghostly pirate shipwreck-themed competition build to win LEGO® prize packs! k

For more information, visit LEGOLANDFlorida.com Guests can read more about how LEGOLAND is making it safe to play at https://www.legoland.com/florida/ways-we-are-making-it-safe-to-visit/

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Miami-Dade WIC Program (Women, Infants and Children) We are here for you! Count on WIC!

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e’re here to help.

Miami-Dade WIC provides healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and family resources to more than 60,000 women, infants, children, and families in MiamiDade County. If you're pregnant, recently postpartum, or a caretaker of a child under age five, you can get personalized support for you and your family at one of our WIC Centers.

It’s easy to apply.

Simply call us and schedule your appointment today at your preferred WIC Center. Our call center is open Monday through Friday 7:15am - 5:00pm.

Who can receive WIC benefits?

• Women who are pregnant, recently postpartum or breastfeeding • Infants • Children up to 5 years

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• We welcome migrant families, military families, fathers, foster parents and legal guardians with eligible children.

Our WIC income guidelines below will help determine if you are eligible for WIC.

How can I qualify?

• Legal residency / citizenship is NOT required (WIC does not report legal status to the federal government • Must live in Florida (citizenship not required) • Must be income eligible • Be at nutritional risk WIC Income Guidelines Our income guidelines should only be used as a reference. If you receive food assistance (SNAP), Medicaid or Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) you are automatically income eligible. Many working families are a part of WIC.

If you have more than 8 people in your household, please call us for more details. Contact WIC at 786.336.1300 to schedule an appointment.

Things to consider for income and household size: • For a pregnant woman, each unborn baby counts as 1 extra person in the household size.

• Maternity / Paternity leave • Loss of employment (temporary or long term) • Gaps in income (i.e. teacher summer break) • Caring for a family member in your household • Private health insurance does not affect eligibility • Enrollment in other government assistance programs not required.

Healthy Food. Happy Family.

WIC provides healthy foods to meet the special nutritional needs of pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to 5 years old.

WIC supports successful, long-term breastfeeding.

WIC foods include: • Whole grains • Breakfast cereals fortified with iron and low in sugar • Fruits and vegetables • Low sodium and low-fat choices • A variety of high protein foods such as eggs, dried peas, beans and peanut butter • Good sources of calcium, such as, milk, yogurt, cheese, and soy milk.

Keeping your family healthy.

It takes a village! We’re here to help you and your family live a healthy lifestyle.

WIC doesn’t just provide free food, we provide families one- on-one nutrition counseling and education with experts in the field of nutrition and dietetics.

Breast start to life.

Breastfeeding is a journey. There are ups and downs and feelings of accomplishments and frustration. WIC is here to help every step of the way,

no matter what stage of your breastfeeding journey. Miami-Dade WIC has dedicated breastfeeding specialists to help you in your journey, 7 days a week.

Call the WIC breastfeeding helpline at 786.336.1336. k

For more information and to apply call 786.336.1300 or visit www.miamidadewic.org. Follow @MiamiDadeWIC on Facebook and Instagram to get the latest updates.

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1. The Unofficial Hogwarts for the Holidays Cookbook

By Rita Mock-Pike Chocolate Frogs, Cauldron Cakes, Treacle Tarts, Butterbeer...75 recipes for a year of magical celebrations.

Some of the most iconic Harry Potter moments happened around meal-times and holidays at the castle, and The Unofficial Hogwarts for the Holidays Cookbook shares step-by-step instructions for the dishes from those scenes that you can recreate in your own kitchen.

Cook lovers. www.ulyssespress.com

2. Lego® With Dad Creatively Awesome Brick Projects for Parents and Kids to Build Together

By Warren Nash Break out the bricks, it’s time for awesome family fun! LEGO® bricks can be an endless source of imagination and joy for kids of all ages, and now dads can join in and help build amazing new creations.

LEGO® With Dad is the ultimate guide to utilizing your bricks to make creative new projects. No expensive new sets required! With detailed instructions on the basic building techniques as well as more advanced and complex builds, this book is perfect for parents and kids all skill levels. All ages. www.rockynook.com

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3. I Believe In You

By Eunice and Sabrina Moyle Tells the irresistibly sweet tale of a unicorn who loves a little dragon unconditionally through every trial and triumph as they learn to fly.

No matter what happens and what Dragon feels—scared, bold, mad, or shy—Unicorn is there to reassure.

And at last, with Unicorn’s encouragement—and a bit of help from some balloons—Dragon spreads their wings and takes to the sky! Ages 3-8/Grades www.workman.com

4. So Embarrassing: Awkward Moments and How to Get Through Them

By Charise Mericle Harper A comics-style narrative of vignettes and stories about all the things that make kids feel self-conscious.

Combines humor, scientific facts (people can’t fake blushing, not even award-winning actors!), practical advice, and tips on how to make a quick recovery. Ages 8-12. www.workman.com

5. Paint by Stickers Kids: Halloween

By Workman Publishing is the spookiest addition to the bestselling Paint by Sticker series, with more than 4.3 million copies in print!

As with paint by number, creation is simple. Find the sticker, peel it, and

place it in the right numbered space.

This boredom-busting activity book features a dazzling array of creepy creatures including a haunted house, a witch casting a spell, a scary mummy, ghosts, and more. Ages 5-9 www.workman.com

6. The Big Book of Monsters

by Hal Johnson A colorfully illustrated survey of the baddest of the bad. From classic figures of literary terror—like Dracula and Frankenstein—to the creatures of myth—like Polyphemus, the human-devouring one-eyed Cyclops and the Japanese Goblin-Spider.

Each monster gets its own chapter, which includes a lively retelling of their story, as well as sidebars exploring literary history and key language arts concepts. There are ghosts, mummies, and beasts galore to terrify and delight! Ages 10+ www.workman.com

7. Twisted Tongues

by Kit Lively and David Lewman A compendium of 150 utterly disgusting and silly tongue twisters that young readers will delight in, accompanied by icky illustrations.

Try saying “Toad Lou’s tofu is toe goo” ten times fast! There are also wretched riddles, repulsive facts, and even a recurring comic strip starring two boogers! Ages 7-12. www.workman.com

8. Eek! Halloween!

by Sandra Boynton is all treats and no tricks as readers journey with the nervous chickens through the tradition of Halloween.

Strange things are happening.

One chicken saw a pumpkin with flickering eyes, another spied a mouse of enormous size. They all saw a wizard and a witch, and a spooky robot. Ages 2 to 5. www.workman.com

9. Eyelike Stickers: Halloween

By Workman Publishing choose from 400 highly detailed and life-like Halloween-themed stickers to peel, stick, and then peel off and stick again! The beauty of the beloved Eyelike Stickers series is their reusable nature. Create original sticker masterpieces with no clean up necessary! Ages 4 to 18. www.workman.com k

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exhibitions making the most of a scarce snack, or finding a way to mooch off another’s efforts.

• Extraordinary endurance: even in

all at the Phillip Open this F and o t n tio i o s r t F M b u i a s i e u h c i m of Sc Patr pecial Ex ienc Life at the Limits S e

the harshest environments on Earth, life finds a way to thrive. A diorama of a hydrothermal vent deep in the ocean features tube worms (Riftia pachyptila), which survive in superheated seawater with high concentrations of acids, metals, and sulfur.

• Dramatic defense systems: predators

can’t hunt what they can’t find, and some species have found ways to hide in the open. A model of a treehopper highlights this insect’s odd protective gear: a structure on its backs that disguises this harmless critter as a vicious ant.

• Death-defying feats: some species

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olding your breath for up to two hours. Gulping down a snack 10 times your own weight. Living in crushing depths where there is no sunlight to support life. These may sound like superpowers to humans, but somewhere on this planet, an organism is using one of these extraordinary talents to go about its daily tasks. Nature’s Superheroes: Life at the Limits, a new immersive exhibition at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science on view from Saturday, October 10, 2020 through Sunday, April 11, 2021, offers a fascinating glimpse of the breathtaking diversity of the natural world and the power of natural selection to shape exceptional responses to the challenges, and opportunities, of life on Earth.

Organized by the American Museum of Natural History, the exhibition features life-size and larger-than-life models, videos and interactive exhibits which highlight an array of organisms with surprising ways of thriving in harsh environments, finding a mate or their next meal, leveraging strength, endurance, speed and more.

Showcasing the extraordinary range of the ways different organisms—plant and animal, aquatic and terrestrial, vertebrate and invertebrate—have become tailored

New E xhibitio n Explor es Nat u r e ’s Most U nusual, EXTRE ME and BIZAR RE CREAT URES

to conditions on this planet, Nature’s Superheroes will include such features as:

• Creative courtship and reproduction

strategies: every living organism can bring new life into the world, but some go to extraordinary lengths to procreate.

• Remarkable adaptations for

breathing: many life forms on Earth thrive at high altitudes, where oxygen is scarce, and some have ways of accessing or storing oxygen in other types of extreme conditions.

• Efficient ways of moving around:

evolution has been shaping locomotion for millions of years—with fascinating results that match or even surpass human technologies.

can seemingly defy death. Shown as 10foot models, microscopic animals called tardigrades can survive dehydration, extreme temperatures, and even the radiation and vacuum of space.

• Interactive section to test a variety of

‘super powers’: visitors will get to meet and interact with some of the incredible creatures that they have encountered throughout the show. Through exploration of several virtual environments and the use of guided gestures using wholebody, motion-sensing Microsoft Kinect technology, visitors will cause creatures to behave in ways consistent with some of their amazing abilities.

Nature’s Superheroes: Life at the Limits is organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York (amnh.org).

Admission to Nature’s Superheroes: Life at the Limits is included with all museum admission tickets. Additional information on the exhibition can be found at www.frostscience.org/ superheroes k

• Super sensing abilities: a section

devoted to life inside caves showcases a variety of species, from leeches that appear to have legs (Erpobdella mestrovi) to birds that echolocate like bats to find their way in the dark (Aerodramus fuciphagus), that have adapted to low-light environments in similar ways.

• Extreme hunting and eating:

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Cooking Classes in Miami For Kids & Adults The Pre-eminent Destination in Miami for Personalized Cooking Classes, Parties, & Camps. We Don't Change The Dish, We Change The Ingredients!

You can find a Complete Guide for all Events and Classes offered at The Real Food Academy during the COVID-19 restrictions at www.therealfoodacademy.com

Kid's Classes Schedule Halloween Classes The Real Food Academy 570-A NE 81st St, Miami, FL 33138 Halloween Treats Wednesday 28 • 4:30pm - 6:00pm Happy Halloween Kids Class Saturday 31 • 9:45am - 11:30am In this class we'll focus on some Halloween Treat favorites. You'll really enjoy the leftovers they bring home, if there are any! This class is one of the kids' favorites.

Register at www.therealfoodacademy.com Academy Phone 786.395.0355

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Online Halloween Classes Happy Halloween $20 Sunday 25- 11:00am - 12:15pm This is an online cooking class to be done from the comfort of your own home. These classes are for your child but an adult should always be present for safety.We all know that Halloween is a scary time of the year, but not because of the monsters but because of the sugar content in kids' treats and candy.

In our class, we will be promoting healthier alternatives for your shopping list of ingredients.

Making healthier treats by unbleached whole grain Flour- Zucchini in our cupcakes.

Register at www.therealfoodacademy.com Academy Phone 786.395.0355

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FRIDAY NOVEMBER SATURDAY The Real Food Academy

Free First Saturday 570-A NE 81st St, Miami, FL 33138 Gold Coast Railroad Museum Mommy & Me Cooking ClassesFL (Daddy 12450 SW 152nd St., Miami, 33177 too) $35 pera.m. person 11:00 to 4:00 p.m.

5:00 to 7:00 PM The Free First Saturday is Presented This class is Magazine. among theFamilies favoritesget forfree both

by Kiddos parents andto kids. by side, and your admission theSide museum on you the first kid(s) create delicious, meal day Saturday of athe month. healthy A fun family together.

Remember to bring camera to view the historic rail cars, your explore the to this class,and because youtowill want torides capture museum, take up two train an you'll cherish forever. forexperience an additional fee.

For more inforamtion visit www.gcrm.org Register at www.therealfoodacademy.com Free event Academy Phone 786.395.0355

OCTOBER SATURDAY

17th

Kiddo-Ween Safe Trick or Treat at The Falls Presented

by Kiddos Magazine Join us and walk throughout The Falls visiting every business participating for a Safe Trick or Treating experience with your kiddos! The event will begin in Center Court and will then follow through the rest of the center.

To ensure everyone's safety guests MUST wear a Face Mask at all times in public settings and follow all Miami-Dade County, and CDC COVID-19 Guidelines.

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There will be 4 different time frames for guests to choose from. We strongly recommend complying with your time in order to allow all attendees to enjoy a safe and fun event.

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Halloween!

Free event with Eventbrite registration

FRIDAY

30th

Zombie Park Trunk or Treat Drive-thru Friday, October 30, 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Pinecrest Community Center5855 Killian Dr. Pinecrest, FL 33156

SATURDAY

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4th Spooky Science Monster Mash at Frost Science 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Drive through this family-friendly tour of Zombie Park. Zombies have found themselves playing and they have taken over the parking lot in search of stockpiles of candy. Join us as we hand out sweet treats to everyone brave enough to help transport these goodies out of the park.

Calling all gals and ghouls! Don’t miss the Spooky Science Monster Mash at Frost Science. Suit up in your favorite costume to explore the museum as we (safely) put a Frost Science spin on Halloween.

For more information visit www.pinecrest-fl.gov/halloween.

Free event

For more information visit www.frostscience.org

SATURDAY

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Free First Saturday Gold Coast Railroad Museum 12450 SW 152nd St., Miami, FL 33177 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Free First Saturday is Presented by Kiddos Magazine. Families get free admission to the museum on the first Saturday of the month.

A fun family day to view the historic rail cars, explore the museum, and take up to two train rides for an additional fee.

For more inforamtion visit www.gcrm.org Free event

SATURDAY

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10th Annual Virtual Howl-O-Ween 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

We invite you to join us in our popular family-friendly Howl-O-Ween and make our first-ever virtual event even more successful than any other year. Mark your calendars!

For more information visit www.paws4you.org Virtual event

NOVEMBER SUNDAY

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8th Vintage Auto Show at Deering Estate 16701 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33157 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Deering Estate hosts the 8th annual Vintage Auto Show on Sunday, November 8th. Car enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy a variety of vintage cars on the historic grounds of the Deering Estate.

For more information visit www.deeringestate.org /event/vintage-auto-show

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Stiltsville Guided Bay Cruise 16701 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33157 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Departing from the Deering Estate on the Pelican Skipper, a comfortable riding 45 foot Corinthian catamaran, Stiltsville tours will take you for an up-close look at the village in the bay. Journey through the northern most parts of Biscayne National Park by the alluring historic Stiltsville Houses and learn about the rich history of this area of Miami and Biscayne National Park. Free for ages 4 and under

21st & 22nd

46th Annual Harvest Festival South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd. West Palm, 33411 Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sun. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Due to Covid-19 we moved to a new location Visit us for family fun, free parking, bounce houses, kids' activities, and much more!

For more information visit www.westpalmharvest.com

calendar submissions Submit your event information for December-January 2021 calendar before November 10th to info@kiddosmagazine.com.

Include event name, location, address, date, time, cost, a brief description, and contact.

Events will be listed based on availability and it has to be family and kids related.

Duration: 2 hours • Cost: $56 per Passenger For more information visit www.deeringestate.org it’s just about kids | kiddosmagazine.com

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Interview with Eglee Nunez-Sancristobal, Principal of STARS Global Preparatory k

A new private non-profit school to prepare students for high school through community engagement. learning styles. The S.T.A.R.S. Autism program was founded 10 years ago when I saw a huge need with our Autism population. Honestly, I felt like I could make a difference. Fast forward 10 years later, my heart saw the need for typical developing students to attend a school that was not only focused on academic rigor but developing the next generation of learners.

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What inspired you to open STARS Global Preparatory School?

ENS-I realized that none of the schools in Miami-Dade offer service-learning as a component of the school curriculum or as an extended day model. There is a clear need for a high performing school that will serve students that are on the waiting list or are in a low performing school. In recent times, students are going outside of their neighborhood for schooling or are staying home and registered in the Florida Virtual Home School courses. This means that parents want a better option for their children.

Not only are we about educating the minds and hearts of our students, but we collaborate with scholarship programs and donors that facilitate tuition assistance for all our students.

KM

STARS Global Preparatory offers parents a specialized STARS Autism Program. How do you optimize the learning experience for children with special needs at your school?

ENS-S.T.A.R.S. (Support The Autism Road to Success) Autism Program is one that I hold close to my heart. As a Special Education Florida Certified teacher, my heart has always and continues to be in helping students learn even with different

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What is the mission for STARS Global Preparatory for this 2020/2021 school year?

ENS-The vision of STARS Global Preparatory (“STARS Global”) is to prepare all graduates academically and personally to lead and serve with people from different backgrounds and learning styles. Our mission is to prepare students to become active, global citizens committed to a life of community engagement and democratic participation through academically rigorous culture of service.

KM

STARS Global Preparatory is based on a service-learning model. Share how this makes your school different from others and the benefits of service-learning.

ENS-At STARS Global we are serious about helping young people change the world. Our goal is to unleash the creative and intellectual potential of young people to help solve the world’s toughest problems. We are making a radical paradigm shift from preparing learners for a career 10 years from now to making a difference in the world, right here, right now. We will encourage students to become innovators and problem solvers who directly shape the world around them as part of their education, becoming stewards of their own learning journey.

KM

STARS Global Preparatory was recognized with the Drexel Fund Fellowship, how will this start-up endorsement impact the school and your mission?

ENS-Having Drexel Fund Fellowship pick me was a huge accomplishment.

It meant that my passion and drive for STARS Global and education was on the right path.

KM

Can you describe Eglee NunezSancristobal in 3 different words?

ENS-Dedicated, Compassionate, Fearless k

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