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type of paper will do. Show your child how to use a measuring tape or a long piece of string to measure the heights of objects around the house. Measure furniture, door knob heights, a favorite toy or the family pet. Mark the heights on your wall chart with a thick mark or stickers. Be sure to measure and compare your child and yourself. Number Play Tray Write the numbers 1 through 10 on individual pieces of paper and set aside. any container with a flat bottom and low sides. Pick a numbered piece of paper and ask your child to write the number do it again! Number Games Play Spy Numbers. Ask your child to look for numbers around the house. Make a game of who can say the number first. Play the game when you go places too. Look for house numbers, numbers on license plates and gas prices on great big Playsigns.Simon Says When you say “Simon says clap three times,” count out loud with your child as she claps. Play hopscotch and board games. Many of the math skills your child needs for kindergarten develop naturally through talking Try these activities to give meaning to numbers, practice writing numbers and counting.
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Downtown Fayetteville Square Fayetteville Farmers Market Fayetteville | 7am - 1pm The square is located on 21 W. Mountain Street. Rogers Public LibraryChildren's Department Colorin Colorado Rogers | 6:30pm – 7:30pm Spanish/English stories, crafts and activities! All ages are welcome to this program that's fun for the whole family. Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Baby FayettevilleBookworms|10am - 11am Join youth services librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book. Want to advertise an event on our calendar? Leave us a message or email Lyndsey at events@nwakidsdirectory.com.
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PartnersAmazeumin Play Bentonville | 10am - 12pm Introducing children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). Monthly themes build your child's sense of wonder and playfulness as you engage together in curiosity and hands-on discovery. For children 6 & under with caregiver. See our in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details. See our Eat Guide this for details.
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Bentonville Public LibraryRotary Conference Room Around the World Bentonville | 4:30pm - 5:30pm Learn about a different country from someone who grew up there! A new country will be highlighted each month. For kids in K - 6th grade.
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Fayetteville Public LibraryStarr Foundation Children's Craft PreschoolRoomPlay: Pumpkin Crafts (Ages Fayetteville2+) | 9am - 11:30am Drop in for a craft time for families of preschoolers!
LittleAmazeumTinkerers | Build. Test. Fix. Bentonville | 9am - 10:30am Are you ready to embark on a building journey? Curiosity about materials and tools drives this building site. Little Tinkerers enjoy putting things together in structures and patterns as they explore with building and designing. message nwakidsdirectory.com.on
Bud Walton Arena STEM Career Fair Fayetteville | 10am - 12pm and 1pm - 3:30pm Students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math fields should attend this fair to connect with employers hiring for full-time, part-time, co-op, and internship opportunities.
Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Preschool Story Time Fayetteville | 10am - 10:45am A wonderful introduction to math concepts through story and play!
HomeschoolAmazeum AdventuresMaster BentonvilleBuilders|10am - 12pm It's time to tinker! In this child drop-off program, each weekly experience explores concepts of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) through creative, hands-on explorations. Bentonville Public LibraryWalmart Community Room Thinking Money for Kids Exhibit Bentonville | All Day A traveling exhibit that explores topics like earning, saving and spending money as well as making responsible financial decisions. Best for grades 1- 6.
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National Working Parents Day Finding childcare is hard but AR Better Beginnings can help. Scan the code to find out how. Arkansas Air & Military Museum National Free Museum Day Fayetteville | All Day University of Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Missouri State Fayetteville | 6pm University of Arkansas Family Weekend and Razorback Football!
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Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Preschool Story Time Fayetteville | 9:30am - 10:15am Join FPL librarians for a fun Preschool story time with books, songs and a craft.
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PartnersAmazeumin Play Bentonville | 10am - 12pm Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity. Free with membership or paid admission.
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EVERY DAY Boar’s Nest BBQ Rogers location. One free kids meal per adult entrée, ages 12 and under. Grubs Fayetteville & Rogers. Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of a child’s drink. JJ’s Grill All locations - Kids 12 and under eat free from kid’s menu. Requires purchase of an adult entree. Thai Basil Bentonville. Kids 10 and under eat free after 5 pm and all weekend long. One per adult meal. The Catfish Hole Fayetteville, all day. Kids age 4 & under eat FREE with adult purchase! Whole Hog Cafe Fayetteville & Bentonville 1 kids meal per adult meal purchase, drink included. Daily after 4 pm. Ages 12 and under.
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Springdale & Bentonville. Kids eat free from 4 pm to close with adult combo purchase. Bliss Cupcake Fayetteville & Rogers. Children 10 and under receive one free mini, pretzel rod, or frosting shot with the purchase of regular size cupcake. Colton’s Steakhouse: Rogers. One free kid’s meal with adult entree purchase! Flying Burrito Fayetteville, Springdale, & Bentonville locations. Kids 12 and under eat free all day, includes kids drink. Two per adult meal. *Drive thru only.
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Las Palmas Tontitown, Bentonville & Rogers, 5 pm to 9 pm, 12 and under. One kid’s meal per $6.50 adult meal, includes drink. Mojitos Rogers and Fayetteville, all day, kids 12 and under. 1 kid’s meal per adult meal, includes drink. Want to list your restaurant? Email us events@nwakidsdirectory.comat: 16 saw it Kid’s Advertise with 479.267.5900
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McAlisters Fayetteville & Bentonville. Kids 12 and under eat free after 4 pm, one per adult purchase. Rib Crib Springdale, 4 pm - 9 pm. Two kids’ meals per paid adult meal, includes drink and dessert.
See Monday listing for details. Firehouse Subs Rogers and Bentonville locations, 4 pm to close, with adult combo meal purchase (mention at counter). JJ’s Grill All locations - Kids 12 and under eat free from kid’s menu. Requires purchase of an adult entree. meals may require purchase. have questions or concerns. Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory • Advertise with us: 479.267.5900
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Village Inn Fayetteville & Bentonville. Free kids meal with paid adult entrée.
MidiCi Pizza Company Rogers. 5 pm - 8 pm. Includes free kids Margherita Pizza (Cheese Pizza) and drink with the purchase of each adult entree. Village Inn See Monday listing for details.
AQTUESDAYSChicken Springdale after 4 pm. Kids 12 and under eat free, two per paid adult. Dine-in only, drink not included. Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bentonville. One free kid’s meal with adult meal purchase! Big Whiskey’s Bentonville and Fayetteville from 5pm to 9 pm. Kids 12 and under eat free with adult meal purchase! Dine in only. Firehouse Subs MLK location, all day, 1 free kids meal with purchase of adult meal.
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Flying Burrito See Monday listing for details. Loafin Joe’s Fayetteville & Springdale. After 4 pm kids 12 and under eat free. Dine-in only. One per paid adult.
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After 3 pm kids 12 and under eat free, one per paid adult. Whole Hog Cafe Fayetteville and Bentonville, all day. One kid’s meal per paid adult meal, includes drink. *You must specifically mention the kid’s eat free offer in Fayetteville to receive the deal.
Springdale after 4 pm kids 12 and under eat free, two per paid adult. Dine-in only, drink not included. Dairy Queen Lowell, 1/2 price kids’ meals on Thursdays (no adult purchase necessary).
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MLK location kids eat free with purchase of adult meal; location off Joyce Ave, kids eat for $0.99 with adult meal. King Burrito Fayetteville, Springdale, & Bentonville only. One child age 12 and under eats free per every $8 spent. Newk’s Eatery Rogers,Fayetteville and Siloam Springs. Buy one adult entree and 32 oz. beverage, get one kid’s meal free. All day. Want to list your nwakidsdirectory.comEmailrestaurant?events@ FREE saw it Kid’s with 479.267.5900
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Up to 2 free kids meal for ages 12 and under, per paid $10 adult meal. Golden Corral Rogers and Fayetteville, Children 3 and under eat free from the buffet with the purchase of an adult meal. Jose’s See Thursday for details. King Burrito Fayetteville, Springdale, & Bentonville only. One child age 12 and under eats free per every $8 spent. Moe’s Southwest Grill Rogers, all day, 11 am to 9 pm. One free kids meal with purchase of adult entree. Discount good at restaurant or online at moes.com. Slim Chickens Kids 10 and under. One free kids meal with purchase of adult meal.
KID'S EAT ALMOST FREE Sassy’s Red House Kids 12 and under - one kid meal for .99 cents with each adult meal purchased (Regularly $3.99).
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Healthy Families Guide Sponsored by Safe Kids Northwest Arkansas AMAZEUM 1009 Museum Way, Bentonville amazeum.org The Scott Family Amazeum is a hands-on, interactive museum for children and families. A museum with a foundation in the arts and service, the Amazeum encourages creativity, curiosity and community through exhibits, educational collaboration, and programs, workshops and camps. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL 2601 Gene George Blvd, Springdale archildrens.org A healthier tomorrow starts today. Arkansas Children’s Hospital is here for you and your family at our pediatric hospitals and care clinics - and at home. Healthy living is the practice of maintaining good physical mental, and spiritual health. The NWA businesses featured in our “Healthy Families” Guide believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthier you! Thank you to our sponsor! 20 • Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory • Advertise with us: 479.267.5900
Collier’s has ten locations in Northwest Arkansas, offering free delivery, fast service and convenient refill options. Their pharmacists always take time to answer your questions and provide you with the most up-to-date information possible.
Bentonville Community Center programs include adult and youth sports, arts and crafts, instructional and fitness aquatic programs, youth camps, fitness classes, and much more!
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Creekside Center for Women delivers excellent care with the highest quality in OB/GYN care. They provide comprehensive, patient-focused and knowledge-driven women’s health care to women of all ages in a convenient and caring atmosphere. The providers and staff are dedicated to caring for you with respect, dignity and privacy.
CREEKSIDE CENTER FOR WOMEN 330 Willow Creek Dr, Springdale, AR 72762
Literacy is a process that begins in infancy. It involves all of your child’s caregivers. When you look for daycare, look for lots of books. Look for teachers who talk and read to infants. Look for teachers that tell stories children love. Give your child the best beginning available. you saw it 479.267.5900
Community Creative Center is a non-profit visual and studio arts organization providing classes, workshops and camps in a variety of hands-on art forms including clay and pottery, painting, drawing, printmaking, glass fusion and mixed media for children and adults of all ages and skill levels. They provide NWA with accessible, affordable arts experiences, along with spring break and summer art camps, teacher/artist professional development and inschool residencies.
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Treat your child to the best Kids Martial Arts Programs in town with exciting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes. At Fayetteville BJJ students of all ages and abilities are welcomed. Each member will learn skilled martial arts, great technique, self-defense that will help them build confidence, strength, and more! There are women's classes, kids classes, and kickboxing classes -just to name a few.
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Their licensed professional counselors offer family therapy, marriage counseling, and individual and group therapy. Fresh Roots serves adults, couples, families, preteens, teens and toddlers. They provide therapeutic excellence and Christian compassion for the challenges of life. It is their honor to come alongside you in your journey toward healing.
FRESH ROOTS COUNSELING 3901 W Financial Parkway, freshrootsfamilycounseling.comRogers
The Elizabeth Richardson Center (ERC) is the most comprehensive provider of disability services in Northwest Arkansas. They have been operating as a non-profit organization and enhancing the lives of children and adults with special needs since 1963! Richardson Center
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By instilling self-confidence, positive values and healthy relationships, Girl Scouts provides girls with opportunities to develop positive mental health and emotional well-being. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts is open to all girls in grades K-12. THANK YOU TO OUR HEALTHY FAMILIES GUIDE SPONSOR 22 • Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory • Advertise with us: 479.267.5900
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FAYETTEVILLE ATHLETIC CLUB 2920 E Zion Rd, Fayetteville fayac.com Fayetteville Athletic Club prides themselves in being one of the most family-friendly environments in the area. Their 16,000 square foot Fun FACtory is unparalleled, with everything a kid could imagine to get and stay healthy. They also offer affordable child care for while you get your own workout in, or anytime.
MAMAKA BOWLS 495 W Prairie St, mamakabowls.comFayetteville
Goldfish Swim School was created by parents, for parents, with this goal in mind — to give kids the platform to build essential life skills that will help them make waves in life. They have created an inviting and safe place where kids overcome their fears, learn to swim, respect the water and have lots of fun while doing it. At Goldfish Swim School, they are on a mission to give kids the courage to dive in.
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At Karas Health Care, patients are valued and the staff works hard at maintaining life-long health! Karas offer convenient care with walk-in appointments Monday through Saturday treating everything from minor illnesses to injuries to physicals and more! They have onsite lab services and x-ray to evaluate your medical needs promptly and efficiently. Karas believes that everyone deserves great healthcare.
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Looking for a healthy, local cool down treat? Mamaka offers fresh acai bowls made with healthy simple ingredients. Thicker than a smoothie, eaten with a spoon, and they say it leaves you wanting a beach and 75 degree weather! THANK YOU TO OUR HEALTHY FAMILIES GUIDE SPONSOR Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory with us: 479.267.5900
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Ozark Pediatrics' goal is to provide healthcare for your children from prenatal to postgraduate. Every step along the way, from your newborn's first doctor appointment, to school immunizations, mental health and developmental checkups, sick kid visits, acute illness care, sports physicals, specialists referrals and annual wellness exams. Ozark Pediatrics is here for your family's health and well-being.
OZARK NATURAL FOODS 380 N College Ave, Fayetteville onf.coop A community-owned grocery store in Fayetteville that sells organic and all-natural products.
Northwest Arkansas Pediatrics offers expert, compassionate care to the children and adolescents of Northwest Arkansas. No physician has more training in the care of children and adolescents than a Pediatrician. Their board-certified pediatricians want to partner with you to encourage a good start in life and a healthy lifestyle for your child.
Dr. Mark Bonner is the head physician at Mission Family Practice and has been practicing medicine for 30 years. They are one of few clinics to offer same day appointments, as well as Walk-In services. If you’re looking for a family practice clinic in NWA that is committed to spending whatever amount of time is necessary, look no further! 24 • Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory • Advertise with us: 479.267.5900
ONF is a locally-owned cooperative, meaning that anyone that shops can also become a member of the store. Stop by and grab fresh groceries, a quick meal at the deli, and enjoy their beautiful patio.
MISSION FAMILY PRACTICE 2630 E Citizens Dr #13, Fayettevill3 facebook.com/missionfp
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS DANCE COMPANY
Creativity. Fitness. Exploration. Education. NWA Dance Company offers recreation classes for all skill levels, technique classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, tap and acro, a competitive dance program from beginner to elite levels, as well as summer camps, workshops, masterclasses and after school care.
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OZARK PEDIATRICS 5507 W Walsh Ln #101, Rogers ozarkpediatrics.org
1400 SW Susana St #2, Bentonville nwadance.com
3380 N Futrall Dr, Fayetteville 479-442-7322
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The Rogers Activity Center offers a variety of sports programs for all ages. Their programs are open to all ages, giving the youth in the community many opportunities to learn a new sport or focus on their favorites.
Since its founding in 1965, Parkhill The Clinic for Women has grown into a thriving practice with clinics in Fayetteville & Bentonville, AR. Parkhill has been providing total health care for women for over 50 years. Their goal is and always has been to provide excellent, innovative care for all ages. Parkhill’s doctors strive to be on the cutting edge of obstetrics and gynecology.
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SALT HEALTH 700 SE Plaza Ave, Bentonville salt-health.com
A first class approach to healthcare. Live Life Healthy — People are frustrated and feel lost in the current healthcare system. SALT provides exceptional medical, spa, and fitness experiences. SALT Health is a place of healing, preservation, and pampering. Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory • Advertise with us: 479.267.5900 • 25
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SAFE KIDS NWA facebook.com/SafeKidsNWA Safe Kids NWA is led by Mercy Northwest Arkansas, which provides dedicated and caring staff, operation support and other resources to assist in achieving our common goal: keeping your kids safe. Based on the needs of the community, this coalition implements evidence-based programs, such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops and sports clinics, that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries. KIDS NORTHWEST ARKANSAS ✹ SPONSOR CHILD SAFETY SPREAD ON
ROGERS ACTIVITY CENTER 315 W Olive St. rogersrecreation.comRogers
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Child Passenger Safety Scan QR code for the Ul mate Car Seat Guide Keeping Baby Safe • Use a firm ma ress and fi ed sheet for your baby’s crib. Remove blankets and toys from the crib and use a sleep sack. • Place your baby’s crib away from furniture and away from the windows. • Ensure your child is safely buckled up EVERY me they are in the car. - Rear facing (birth - 2) - Forward Facing (outgrown RF un l 5) - Booster seat (outgrown FF un l 4’9”)• Set your water heater to 120 degrees to avoid scalds. Preven ng uninten onal childhood injuries —at home, at play, and on the way
Most people would be surprised to learn that preventable injuries are the #1 killer of kids in the US. Throughout the world, almost one million children die of an injury each year, and almost every one of these tragedies is preventable. Safe Kids NWA is a local coali on led by Mercy NWA and a mul tude of other partners, including UAMS Northwest and a number of non-profits, government, health care, public schools and early childhood educa on partners.
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Drowning is quick. Once a child begins to struggle, you may have less than 1 minute to act.
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• Almost 800 children drown in the US every year. A child can drown in 2” of water - left in a blow up pool, bucket, or tub. Wearing a life jacket is state law for kids 16 and younger on all vessels.
• Teach kids to put their phones down and heads up when walking. Ensure children use sidewalks and cross at crosswalks to keep them safe. Use your head, wear a helmet to reduce head injury and death. When out at dusk, put your kids in bright clothes and use lights to be more visible to Slowmotorists.downand stop if near a bus that is flashing yellow or red lights.
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THANK YOU TO OUR HEALTHY FAMILIES GUIDE SPONSOR STAR PEDIATRIC THERAPY 385 E Sunbridge Drive, Fayetteville starpedtherapy.com Star Pediatric Therapy was created out of the love for children and the desire to meet their needs. Children at Star Pediatric Therapy will be treated as individuals and will be met at their current level of functioning. STAR has great expectations for all children, and believes that reaching beyond the stars is an achievable goal for all. STU’S CLEAN COOKIN 2907 E Joyce Blvd #7, Fayetteville 2308 SE 28th St #7, Bentonville Figuring out lunch or dinner if you haven’t had the time to plan, shop, or prep your meals can leave you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed. We make it easy to stick to your diet with healthy meals you can reheat at work or home so you can focus on being productive and living your life. View their menu and six locations on their website cleancookin.com! SUNNY’S ON SECOND 110 NW 2nd St Suite 106, Bentonville sunnysonsecond.com Sunny’s aims to brighten their customers' lives through nutrient dense, local food in a vibrant atmosphere. In addition to delicious meals, Sunny’s aims to build community through its wellness programming by sharing their knowledge of the many benefits of whole foods and a mindful approach to living.
SNACK LAB 2341 N College Ave, Fayetteville 102 SE 28th St #2, Bentonville snacklabnwa.com With locations in both Fayetteville and Bentonville, Snack Lab is on a mission to make healthy eating more convenient and delicious. They offer bowls, smoothies, grab & go options, catering and more! Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory with us: 479.267.5900
At Sunshine School, you will find a team ready to carry out their vision to ensure the individuals have the resources they need to reach their full potential. Their services are designed to develop and enrich lives through early childhood education, therapy and support. THE JONES CENTER 922 East Emma Ave Springdale thejonescenter.net With ice skating, swimming pools, fitness classes, runway bike park, gymnastic and party venues, The Jones Center aims to be a world-class destination for building community, healthy living and having fun.
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The Little Gym of Rogers offers progressively structured classes and a positive learning environment to create opportunities for your child to try new things and build selfconfidence, all with a grin that stretches from ear to ear. Their trained instructors nurture happy, confident kids through a range of classes like parent/child classes and gymnastics, plus fun extras like parties, camps and more.
Care for Women, by Women. Comprehensive, specialized care for women of all ages.
THE LITTLE GYM 2603 W Pleasant Grove Rd, Rogers thelittlegym.com/rogersar
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