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JULY 2016

Wise Choices for Moms & Families

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HOO’s PARENTING

Is Your Discipline too Harsh?

by Mark Merrill, www.AllProDad.com

I realized I’m too harsh with my kids. The other day, I was driving with my two kids in the backseat. My daughter started to do things that annoyed my son. He was clearly upset and started laying into her. Immediately, I noticed his harsh words and tone. My daughter was hurt and began to cry. That didn’t stop him from continuing. Then I became upset and was about to shout at him to stop when he slammed her with familiar words, “Don’t you ever do that again!” He used the same exact words and tone I had used with him before. It was ugly. He was merely acting out what I had modeled to him. Too many times, I respond in frustration rather than good sound guidance.

Parents need to be firm, but harshness can cause significant damage. Don’t get me wrong. Sometimes a harsh truth is an appropriate wake-up call for personal growth. This is particularly true when the person continues in repeated misbehavior. However, it is an issue when harshness is the norm. These four simple steps helped me change harsh and angry to strong and sound. If you struggle with this, it will help you too.

1. Admit It

When you hear your kids repeating your harshness, admit to yourself and them that you modeled the wrong thing. Apologize to your kids and then tell them how they should speak and act. Tell your wife or a trusted friend. Ask them to put a hand on your shoulder when you start going down the harsh road. This will help propel you into changed behavior.

2. Write It down

Identify and write down all of the things your kids do that cause you frustration. Think about why it makes you angry. Again, talk it over with your wife or friend. Then craft your most ideal response to each. Keep in mind what you can teach your child in each scenario. Nothing will give you more joy than when you hear your kids repeating the great things you said to them in a calm and gentle way.

3. Prepare in the morning

These encounters will arrive throughout the day. Say this to yourself and understand this reality so you can be prepared. Look the list over in the morning. Memorize your responses so they flow naturally.

4. Review at night Before bed, review the day. How did you do? What improvements can you make? If you’re married, ask your wife for feedback. At different times, it would even be good to ask your kids. Focus on getting better each day.

Don’t be afraid to pat yourself on the back.

Be encouraged by the harsh words that have disappeared.

5. Sound off

1. What are some other ways to avoid harsh responses?

2. Huddle up with your kids and ask, “Are there times when I’m too harsh?” © All Pro Dad. All Rights Reserved. Family First, All Pro Dad, iMOM, and Family Minute with Mark Merrill are registered trademarks

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SHOPPING guide Activities A Time to Dance..................................... 30 Alstarz Cheerleading Academy.........13 Bayou Country Children’s Museum.24 Bricks 4 Kidz............................................10 Brushworks Art & Music....................... 9 Carol Bruno’s Cheernastics................. 27 Creative U..................................................13 Downtown Houma Market...................14 GDC/ Merry Oaks Camps......................14 Greenwood Gator Farm & Tours........ 29 Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu................................. 27 Inspired 2 Dance.................................... 30 James Academy of Gymnastics........ 24 Kids’ Day....................................................31 THEM Margo Battaglia TELL Studio of Danse...... 30 Martial Arts Studio................................ 20 Mix It Up....................................................14 Paddy Danos School of Dance...........

SENT YOU! 30 St. Matthew’s Fishing Rodeo...............18 STAGE Performing Arts School......... 27 Tiger-Rock................................................ 27

Food & Beverage Chick-fil-A on MLK.................................13

healthcare Center for Pediatric Therapy.............. 23 Ellender Orthodontics........................... 11 Pelican Medical Supply....................... 28 Thieler Orthodontics............................ 28 Total Urgent Care................................... 20

Home/ Handy Champagne Organizing Solutions... 28

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HOO’s HEALTHY It’s easy to get caught up in a hectic schedule of activities, but don’t let the summer hustle keep you from a healthy lifestyle. Enjoying the summer is about balance and planning.

1. Fuel up Start the day with a complete breakfast for sustained energy. Stock up on easy go-to snacks like fresh fruit and granola bars so you’re ready when stomachs start to growl. Keep liquids within reach and refilled for easy hydration.

2. Set a schedule

Healthy summer habits of tag, skating and swimming, find something your family loves doing together. You can also get some extra steps in by taking an after-dinner walk around the block each night.

4. Unplug

Create a master calendar to hang up in your kitchen. This should include everyone’s daily activities for the summer so nothing is forgotten. Take a look at the calendar at the beginning of each week to get a sense of what’s to come.

While it’s important to let your kids stay connected to friends and peers during the summer, you should also be aware of your family’s technology use. For example, you could make a pact to put away devices at dinner time and two hours before bedtime.

Find an approach to regulating technology that works for you.

3. Remain active

5. Maintain sleeping habits

Encourage your kids to get outside by planning a weekly outdoor activity as a family. From hiking, biking, a game

Your kids will likely want to stay up later in the summer, but make sure they’re still getting adequate sleep. Work as a team to make sleep a family priority.

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HOO’S at the Movies THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS Rated PG | Ok for kids 6+

For one Manhattan apartment building, after the humans leave for work and school, the pets begin their own nine-to-five routine: hanging out, trading stories, and trying new adorable looks. The building’s top dog, Max (voiced by Louis C.K.), a quick-witted terrier rescue who’s the center of his owner’s universe, finds his life rocked when she brings home Duke (Eric Stonestreet), a sloppy, mess of a mongrel with zero social skills. When this reluctant canine duo finds themselves out on the mean streets of New York, they have to set aside their differences and unite against a bunny named Snowball (Kevin Hart), who’s building an army of Ex-Pets abandoned by their owners and out to turn the tables on humanity ... all before dinnertime.

THE BFG PG | Ok for kids 7+

Roald Dahl, Walt Disney and Steven Spielberg unite to bring Dahl’s beloved classic “The BFG” to life. The BFG, aka Big Friendly Giant (Mark Rylance), is not like the other inhabitants of Giant Country. Standing 24 feet tall, he is endearingly dim-witted and keeps to himself. Giants like Bloodbottler (Bill Hader) and Fleshlumpeater (Jemaine Clement) on the other hand, are twice as big and scary and have been known to eat humans. Upon her arrival in Giant Country, Sophie, a precocious 10-year-old girl from London, meets The BFG. But Sophie’s presence in Giant Country has attracted the unwanted attention of the other giants, so she and the BFG head for London to see Queen Victoria (Penelope Wilton) and warn her of the precarious situation, but they must first convince the Queen and her maid, Mary (Rebecca Hall), that giants exist.

THE LEGEND OF TARZAN Rated PG-13 | Ok for kids 13+

It’s been years since the man once known as Tarzan (Alexander Skarsgård) left the jungles of Africa behind for a gentrified life as John Clayton III, Lord Greystoke, with his beloved wife, Jane (Margot Robbie) at his side. Now, he’s been invited back to the Congo to serve as a trade emissary of Parliament, unaware that he’s a pawn in a deadly convergence of greed and revenge, masterminded by the Belgian Captain Leon Rom (Christoph Waltz). But those behind the murderous plot have no idea what they are about to unleash.

Directed by David Yates, this reboot also stars Samuel L. Jackson and Djimon Hounsou.

STAR TREK BEYOND PG-13 | Ok for kids 14+

“Star Trek Beyond” hits theaters as the franchise celebrates 50 years this year. Now Chris Pine is carrying the role into the future, along with Zachary Quinto (Spock), Zoe Saldana (Uhura), Karl Urban (Bones), Simon Pegg (Scotty), John Cho (Sulu) and Anton Yelchin (Chekov). Little is known about the plot at this writing, but we do know it revolves around the Enterprise being attacked by a wave of aliens, leaving the crew stranded on a new planet where they find themselves in conflict, which is basically the plot of every Star Trek movie and TV episode, but somehow they manage to make it fresh and new every time. Directed by Justin Lin, this movie also stars Bruce Greenwood, Idris Elba and Sofia Boutella.

ICE AGE: COLLISION COURSE PG | Ok for kids 6+

Scrat is STILL on that epic pursuit of the elusive acorn. This time it catapults him into the universe where he accidentally sets off a series of cosmic events that transform and threaten the Ice Age World. To save themselves, Sid, Manny, Diego, and the rest of the herd must leave their home and embark on a journey to exotic new lands, encountering a host of colorful new characters along the way. Directed by Mike Thurmeier, this movie features the voices of returning cast members Ray Romano, Denis Leary, John Leguizamo, Queen Latifah, Seann William Scott, Josh Peck, Simon Pegg, Keke Palmer, Wanda Sykes, and Jennifer Lopez. Joining the herd are Stephanie Beatriz, Adam DeVine, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Max Greenfield, Jessie J, Nick Offerman, Melissa Rauch, Michael Strahan and Neil deGrasse Tyson.

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Lemonade

This frozen lemonade recipe makes the perfect, refreshing summertime treat. Tangy and sweet, the flavor will make you feel like you are drinking a slice of your favorite lemon meringue pie.

DIRECTIONS In a blender, combine the lemonade concentrate, milk and enough ice to reach a creamy, thick frozen consistency.

Add sweetened condensed milk, to taste, and blend until incorporated. Use less for a tart drink and add more for a sweeter drink.

Pour into a frosted glass and garnish with whipped cream and grated lemon zest.

The best news is there is no waste. Simply freeze any leftovers, to eat later as a yummy sorbet!

Ingredients • 1 cup of milk • 1/2 can (7 oz.) of sweetened condensed milk • 1 can frozen lemonade concentrate • 2-3 cups of crushed ice • grated lemon zest • whipped cream

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Hoo’s Tips

TIPS FROM TEACHER

It is almost time to prepare to send the kids back to school. Here are some helpful tips, provided by experienced teachers, on how to get the school year started out right.

Connect with your child’s teacher. Attend the ‘Meet the Teacher ‘ event before the school year starts and introduce yourself. Let your child’s teacher know you want to keep communication open and that you are willing to provide her with any helpful information.

issue is documented, it may also be a good idea to meet with the teacher and discuss it. Yes, there may be an IEP or a 504 plan on file for your child, but you know your child better than anyone else.

Get your child the supplies your child needs to get started but If your child has health or don’t stress over shopping. Can’t behavioral issues, schedule find every item on the supply list or time to discuss them. Share any can’t quite afford that very expensive issues not documented in your child’s pair of shoes you child is insisting on paperwork with your child’s teacher. having? If the back-to-school shopping This helps her plan ahead. If your child’s leaves you feeling stressed out,

remember that spending time with your child before and during the school year is more important than what you buy him.

Use teamwork. If you do get a phone call from the teacher, understand the teacher is trying to help your child. She is not calling just because she enjoys criticizing him.

Avoid the urge to immediately defend your child and listen to what the teacher has to say. You and your child’s teacher are working towards the same goal, your child’s success.

Let your smile make the best first impression.

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Dining Deals

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With deals this good, save the mess and dine out!

MONDAY

wednesday

Cajun Critters. 1029 W Tunnel Blvd, Houma. Kids eat free from kids’ menu. Balloon art and face painting.

Big Mike’s BBQ. 3034 Barrow St, Houma. From 4pm to close. Kids’ meals $.99.

El Paso Mexican Grill. 602 N Canal Blvd, Thibodaux.

Kids10 and under. Free kid’s meal with adult entrée.

Face painting.

El Paso Mexican Grill. 4560 Louisiana 1, Raceland.

6-8pm. Free balloon art and face painting.

IHOP. 1719 MLK Blvd, Houma. 4-9pm. Free kid’s meal with adult entrée.

La Casa Del Sol. 141 Westover Rd. Thibodaux.

5-8pm. Kids’ meals $2.99 for12 and under. Face painting.

Santa Fe Cattle Company. 632 Canal Blvd, Thibodaux. Kids 12 and under. Free kid’s meal with adult entrée.

Tuesday Applebee’s.1039 W Tunnel Blvd, Houma. Kids eat free from kids’ menu from 3-9pm (1 kid per adult).

Chick-fil-A. 1741 MLK Blvd, Houma. Free 4 count kid’s meal with any meal purchase from 5-8pm. First Tuesday of each month is Kid’s Craft Night.

La Casa Del Sol. 4647 Louisiana 1, Raceland. Every other Tuesday night, kids 11 and under eat for $2.99.

Face painting.

thursday Dynasty Buffet. 6425 West Park Ave, Houma. Kids 3-6 eat free. Free balloon art and face painting.

Moe’s Southwest Grill. 1826 MLK Blvd, Houma.

From 4pm to close, free kid’s meal with adult entrée over $5. Dine In only.

sunday Crabby Crab. 5726 LA 1, Lockport. Free ice cream for kids, live mermaid, balloon art and facepainting. from 6-8pm.

everyday Foundry on The Bayou. 15 West 1st St, Thibodaux.

For brunch (10:30am-2pm), free ice cream for kids and free face painting.

Dave’s Cajun Kitchen. 6240 West Main, Houma. Kids 10 & under get kid’s meal for $.99 with a purchase of a drink. Dinner only.

Pepper’s Pizzeria. 600 W 3rd St, Thibodaux. Kids 12 and under get $1.99 pizza and free ice cream.

Santa Fe Cattle Company. 632 Canal Blvd, Thibodaux. Kids 12 and under. Free kid’s meal with adult entrée.

Golden Corral.1724 MLK Blvd, Houma. Free balloon art and face painting.

Specials are subject to change without notice. Please verify them directly before dining. “Family & Kids” and the restaurants listed accept no liability, so please call them first to verify. If you know of a kid’s special not listed here, contact Sales@FamilyAndKidsDigest.com.

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HOO’s FIT

how to be

supplement savvy The world of dietary supplements can seem like a confusing mix of vitamins, minerals, and herbs.

Unlike drugs, dietary supplements are not regulated by the FDA, which means an extra amount of caution must be used when selecting them.

Start with the basics - Select a multivitamin appropriate for your age and gender.

A daily multivitamin is a supplement that is taken long-term to help promote general health. It is not meant to serve as a replacement for a healthy diet. A multivitamin is only intended to fill in the gaps, where your diet may fall short of the recommended amounts of vitamins and minerals.

Some multivitamins are formulated for adults in a certain age group, and you should select the one appropriate for your age and gender. For example, women below the age of 50 need a multivitamin that contains folic acid. About 400 mg of folic acid is recommended per day before and during pregnancy to help prevent birth defects.

Ask your doctor before starting to take additional supplements.

Before starting to take an extra supplement along with your multivitamin, be sure to take into account any foods you eat that are fortified with the vitamin or mineral, and check to see how much of the vitamin or mineral your multivitamin contains. More is not better when it comes to supplements, since some vitamins and minerals, like calcium, vitamin A and vitamin E, are stored in your body and can build up to a harmful level if you take too much.

If your multivitamin contains 100% of the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of the essential vitamins and minerals, there is no need to take an additional supplement, unless it is recommended by your doctor. Also, use caution when adding herbal supplements to your routine. Herbal supplements can have side effects and may interfere with prescription medications. Check with your

doctor first to see if the herbal supplement is right for you and how much you should take.

Shop smart when selecting supplements Vitamin and mineral supplements are not regulated by the FDA, except in cases when a safety hazard is reported, so it is up to you to select supplements carefully. Manufacturers cannot claim that a supplement cures or treats a certain condition, since that would put the supplement in the same class as a drug. However, they can make claims like ‘helps support heart health and bone health.’

These claims don’t have to be tested or proven scientifically. The supplement does have to be labeled with all the ingredients it contains, although, since supplements are not tested for quality by the FDA, the purity of supplements is a serious concern. Some supplements have been found not to contain the ingredients on the label or are contaminated with bacteria or pesticide Some manufacturers pay to have their supplements tested by a nonprofit, private organization called the USP (U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention), and if the products meet the quality standards of the USP, a seal of approval is put on the product label. If you look for the USP seal when you shop and stick with well-known brands, there is a good chance you will be getting a high quality supplement.

Store supplements properly and watch the expiration date.

Store supplements in a cool, dry place with the caps closed tightly. Avoid storing them in warm, humid places like the bathroom or over the stove.

Supplements that have expired may have lost potency, so it is best to discard them if they are a month or two past the expiration date.

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JULY E Legend: TM - Terrebonne Main Library TD - Thibodaux Branch Library

1-August 1

Public swimming.

Ages 5-18. $3 a day, Mon-Thurs.

Lifeguards on duty, concessions available. Swimming Lessons.

11am-noon. Summer Camp.

7:45am-8:30pm. Ages 5-13. bayoucivicclub.org.

1 Open Pokemon play. TM. 4pm.

2 Community garage sale at Bayouland YMCA. 7am-noon. 985873-9622 to reserve a booth.

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LEGO Robotics. TM. 11am.

2nd-3rd Grades and 3pm for 4th7th grade. RSVP 985-876-5861.

4 Houma Independence Day Cel-

ebration. 11am Memorial at Veteran’s Park. 1pm Parade at Terrebonne High School. 3pm Festival at Houma Civic Center. Fireworks 9pm. Free. Houmaindependenceday.com.

4 Let Freedom Ring Festival. Peltier Park, Thibodaux. Opens 8am.

Fireworks 9pm.

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Craft night at Chick-fil-A on MLK, Houma. 5-8pm.

5-8 Art Camp. Creative U. 9am1pm (Canvas) and 1-5pm (Clay).

Ages 4-14. creativeu.com.

5-8 Movie Theme Camp. Mix it Up Houma. RSVP at mixituphouma.com.

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Storytime with craft. TD. 10:30am & 2pm. All ages.

7 Printmaking & Clay Workshop.

TD. 1pm. Ages 8-12. RSVP 985447-4119.

7 Games workshop for PreK-6th (Mini Basketball). TM. 4pm. RSVP 876-5861.

8 Cotton Swab Art Activity. TD.

10:30am. RSVP 985-447-4119

8 Interactive theater with Frank Levy. TM. 10am.

9 Teen Chopped Challenge. Mix it Up Houma. 10am-12:30pm.

RSVP at mixituphouma.com.

9 Grand Opening of Terrebonne’s

new visitor center. 11am-4pm.

Arts, crafts, kids corner, music, jambalaya cook-off. 114 Tourist Dr, Gray. 985-868-2732.

10 Noise Makers: Movement and Music. TM. 3pm. Build reading skills through movement.

11-15 Restaurant Week. Mix it Up

15 Open Pokemon Play. TM. 4pm.

16 Summer Fun Kids Day. Houma

Civic Center. 10am-4pm. $5, ages 1 and under free. Houmaciviccenter.com/kidsday.

18-22

Lights, Camera, Cook Camp. Mix it Up Houma. RSVP mixituphouma.com

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LEGO Club. TM. 11am for PreK-1st graders and 3pm for 2nd-6th graders.

18-22 Superhero Camp. BCCM. 985-446-2200. bccm.info.

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Art Camp. Creative U. 9am-1pm (Video Games) & 1-5pm (Stories Come Alive). Ages 4-14. creativeu.com.

18-22 Master Chef Jr Secret In-

Houma. RSVP mixituphouma.com

gredient Camp. Mix it Up Houma.

RSVP mixituphouma.com.

11-15 & 18-22 Kids Summer Art

20 MoboRobo Robotics Lab for

11-15 Fitness/Art Camp. CrossFit

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11-15 Art Camp. Creative U. 9am-

21 Tween Craftaganza at the TM. 4-6 grade. RSVP 985-876-5861.

Camp. Downtown Gallery 630/ TFAG, Houma. 985-851-2198.

Houma with Brushworks. 1:30pm4:30pm. 985-381-5231.

1pm (Art & Music) & 1-5pm (Canvas). Ages 4-14. creativeu.com.

11-15

Summer Olympics Camp.

BCCM. 985-446-2200. bccm.info.

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Storytime with craft. TD. 10:30am & 2pm. All ages.

14 Games workshop for PreK-6th (Indoor Fishing Ponds). TM. 4pm.

RSVP 876-5861.

4-6th graders. TM. 4pm. RSVP 876-5861.

MagnaTiles Activity. STEM structure activity. TD. 1:30pm.

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Harvey Rabbit and Friends.

TM. 10am.

22 Soccer Craft. TD. 2pm. RSVP 985-447-4119

23 Ninja Day w/ Bricks 4 Kidz at Mix it Up Houma. 10am-12pm.

RSVP mixituphouma.com.

EVENTS

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BCCM - Bayou Country Children’s Museum

23 Family Movie Matinee: Air Bud. TM. 3pm.

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Kids bully prevention class.

Evolution Training. Ages 6 & up.

4:30-5:30pm. 407 N Hollywood Rd, Houma. 985-226-8846.

25-28 Registration for tumbling classes. Carol Bruno’s Cheernastics. 2-7pm. First class free. 985872-0339

Tuesday

Storytime. TM. 10am for newborns-18mon, and 6pm for 4-8 year olds and their families.

Toddler Storytime.

1:30pm. bccm.info

BCCM.

Board Game night. TD. 5pm. All ages. Prizes awarded. Snacks provided.

25-29 The

Last Hoorah Camp.

BCCM. 985-446-2200. bccm.info.

Yoga. Alstarz Cheer. 4:30pm for kids and 5:30pm for adults. 13347 W Main St, Larose. 985-693-7109.

25-29 Art Camp. Creative U. 9am-1pm (Disney Heros) & 1-5pm (Disney Villains). Ages 4-14. creativeu.com

wednesday

Summer reading storytime for PreK-3rd grade. TM. 10am.

Free kids’ yoga. Anela’s. 6:30pm.

7720 Main St, Houma. anelaslounge.com Prenatal yoga. Anela’s. 6pm. anelaslounge.com.

Friday

Wiggle, Move & Giggle. BCCM. 1:30pm. bccm.info Open Gym. JAG. 7-9pm. $7-$10 for non members. Ages 5 and up.

Adult required. 308 Venture Blvd, Houma. 985-851-3001.

saturday

Community Garage Sale. Bayouland YMCA. 7am-noon. 985-8739622.

27 Dance Open House. Paddy Danos School of Dance. 3-6pm.

190 Corporate Dr, Houma. 985876-1588.

Eat, play, grow at BCCM. 1:30pm.

27 MoboRobo Robotics Lab for PreK-3rd graders. TM. 4pm. RSVP 876-5861.

Storytime with craft. TD. 10:30am & 2pm. All ages welcome.

Lafourche Central Market. Farmers, fishermen, artisans and activities. 8a-noon.

Baby OHM/ Prenatal Yoga. Anela’s. 4pm. 7720 Main St, Houma. anelaslounge.com.

Thibodaux Main Street Market.

8am-12:30pm next to Jean Lafitte Park. Buy fresh, buy local.

27 MLR Magic Show. TM. 10am.

28 Game Day at TM. All ages.

4pm.

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Origami with Chiko for 4th grade & up. TM. 4pm. RSVP 8765861.

Weekly Events Monday

Family Toddler Time. TM. 10am and 6pm for 19mon-3yrs.

Pre-K storytime. TM. 10am for 3-5 year olds.

Thursday

Open Gym. Alstarz Cheer. 6-9pm. $10. 13347 W Main St, Larose.

985-693-7109.

Toddler Time. BCCM. 1:30pm.

Reading and craft. bccm.info Interactive Storytime.

TD. 10:30am. Ages 2 and under.

Crafternoons. TM. 4pm. PreK6th. RSVP 985-876-5861.

Downtown Houma Market.

Courthouse Square. 8am-noon.

Local produce and artisans.

Kids’ Club. Michael’s, Houma.

10am-12pm. $2. Adult required.

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Build and Grow Clinic. Lowe’s, Houma. 10am. Free. RSVP lowes.com/buildandgrow. 985-2237575.

Kids’ Workshop. Home Depot, Houma. 9am-12pm. Ages 5-12.

Adult required. Free. RSVP homedepot.com/workshops/ kids-workshops. 985-223-1485.

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Glue tri-beads to the cereal, to give the tank some flair. If you don’t have beads you can use glitter, or paint, etc.

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keeping your kids safe near the water The time of year has come, when kids are swimming and splashing in pools and lakes across America. Before your little one grabs his or her swimsuit and dives in, now’s the time to refresh your memory on water safety.

According to a new federal report, drowning kills more American children, ages 1 to 4 years old, than any cause except birth defects. Half drown in swimming pools and males are four times more likely to drown than females.

As bad as drowning is, more people suffer injuries or near-drowning. “Between 2005 and 2009, more than 3,800 people of all ages drowned annually nationwide. Another 5,700 people went to the hospital in near-drowning incidents. Of these, 50 percent were hospitalized or transferred for additional care,” the report’s authors said.

“Many of the survivors suffered irreversible brain damage,” said the report’s co-author Dr. Julie Gilchrist, a medical epidemiologist in the CDC’s Division of Unintentional Injury Prevention.

Research has shown that swimming lessons, for kids 1 to 4, can be a lifesaver. “It would be really nice for children to have the skills so they can manage themselves in the rare event that they end up in the water and survive long enough so parents can find them and get them out,” Gilchrist said.

Little kids are more likely to sneak into a pool, or accidentally fall in. Many times parents are not aware that their child is outside of the house.

That’s why barriers are so important. “That’s why you have to have barriers, something that will slow down your child’s access to the water,” noted Gilchrist.

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Children ages 1 to 4 years old should take swimming lessons. But remember that teaching children to swim does not guarantee their safety in the water. l

l Teach children to never run, push or jump on others around water. Teach them never to swim alone. l Keep a phone by the pool, along with rescue equipment, such as a life preserver and a shepherd’s hook -- a long pole with a hook at the end. l Pools should be surrounded by a fence at least 4-feet high. Pool gates should self-close and selflatch at a height unreachable by small children. l If you have an inflatable or plastic pool, empty it after each use and turn it upside down.

Summer is the season when families are able to spend more together and enjoy outdoor activities.

As temperatures rise, many will be at the pool cooling down. Practice the water safety tips listed above and have a fabulous time!

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GAMES KIDS CAN CONNECT WITH! Making connections is one of the most rewarding tactile experiences kids can enjoy.

Finding out which peg fits in which hole, discovering what puzzle piece fits where, are achievements that generate a strong sense of satisfaction in children. Introducing kids to toys and games that explore connections supports their spatial thinking and problem-solving skills in fun and creative ways. The following items are guaranteed to connect with kids fast!

Gears Gears Gears

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Puzzling out the ways that gears and cogs interlock is just the beginning as small hands explore how to get them connected and make them start moving. Large, colorful, uniformly-sized plastic gears easily link together in both horizontal and vertical planes to create mechanically moving assemblies. This set comes with base plates, pillars, extenders, plus an awesome activity book to help early engineers establish their first connections. Supporting fine motor skills as well as problem-solving skills, Gears Gears Gears gives kids confidence to craft their own moving marvels.

Goobi

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The Goobi Construction Set is an ideal early exploration of threedimensional geometry for kids. Colorful rods (with magnets embedded in the ends) connect with round iron ball “joints” to form multiple shapes and structures with ease. The illustrated instruction book offers additional projects that explore the attractive and repulsive properties of magnetism safely. This Goobi set is best enjoyed by kids who have the attention span and motor skills to fully explore the possibilities of this fun collection. Fostering an understanding of architecture, Goobi is great for future designers.

Qubits

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Deceptively simple, the 42 pieces of colorful plastic segments in the travel-sized Qubits pack inspire a broad range of projects for kids of all ages. Fostering an early understanding of modular design and geometry, Qubits snap together to form versatile shapes and structures. Additionally, Qubits are also compatible with LEGO, K’nex, Hot Wheels and Lincoln Logs opening up fascinating options for cross-constructions and expanded projects. Whether kids are buliding towers three feet tall or six-inch long sleds, the inventive possibilities with Qubits are immeasurable!

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for Children and Teens By Gerry P. Smith

Great Books in the Forecast

A child’s perception of weather is full of wonder. Unafraid of rain on their skin, delighting in kite weather and simply mad with excitement as the first snow of winter approaches, kids see the potential for adventure in nature’s changing moods. The following titles celebrate special weather conditions through the eyes of children who anticipate fun in the forecast!

Tap Tap Boom Boom

By Elizabeth Bluemle, Illustrated by G. Brian Karas (Candlewick Press)

The city sidewalks are crowded with pedestrians as the first droplets of rain start to fall. The tapping tempo of the rain punctuated by the booming thunder provides the constant score behind the bustling of people rushing to escape the weather. With sparse text that reads a bit like beat poetry, the hypnotic sounds and rhythms of a thunderstorm drive the narrative of controlled chaos among strangers who are now merging together with a common goal of escaping the deluge. Refreshing in its approach, Tap Tap Boom Boom explores weather through the actions and reactions of the people caught in its wake

When the Wind Blows

By Linda Booth Sweeney and Jana Christy (G.P. Putnam’s Sons / Penguin)

When the wind picks up outside his door, a young boy beckons his grandma to accompany him on a journey that will make the most of every breeze! From kites flown above the hillside to a gusty walk along the seashore, they experience together all the ways that wind touches every part of their world. The sparse wording is just enough to whisper the sense of wind to the reader. Touching on the full sensory experience associated with being buffeted by breezes, this title is the soothing narration of a rich journey through a windy afternoon.

Snow

By Sam Usher (Templar Books / Candlewick)

If you need a slow-moving adult to facilitate your snow day experience, time can seem to be literally frozen. When one young boy must wait on his Grandpa to accompany him out into the new snow, he pleads for speed as he monitors the snow through the windows. As time slowly passes, he’s becoming worried that he will be the last in his neighborhood to step into the winter wonderland. It’s only when his Grandpa finally gets ready to venture out, that the snowy adventure in store for them both makes the waiting worthwhile!

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Bite Back!

Mosquitoes spread disease when they bite one person, fly to another and bite again, spreading the infection. In fact, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, the diseases mosquitoes spread make them the deadliest animal on the planet.

The warmer weather means it’s time to step up your mosquito prevention and protection efforts in order to reduce your family’s risk and exposure.

Eliminate breeding areas Mosquitoes need only about a halfinch of standing water in which to lay their eggs. Get rid of any stagnant water around your home, such as flower pots, bird baths, kiddie pools

and standing water in low areas of your yard.

Use repellent – When spending time outdoors, apply an insect repellent that contains at least 20 percent DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon-eucalyptus.

Also, consider wearing long pants, long-sleeved shirts and closed-toe shoes.

Be aware of the time of day Mosquitoes are most active around dawn and dusk, although the variety that transmits Zika prefers to bite during the day. Minimize outside activity during peak biting hours.

Watch what you wear - Dark colors, floral prints and sweet-smelling perfumes or colognes can attract

mosquitoes to you. Consider wearing light colors and forego perfume.

Protect your house - Be sure all windows and doors are outfitted with screens, and all tears are repaired to keep mosquitoes from getting inside.

Travel wisely - Mosquito-borne diseases that may be rare in the U.S. are common in many foreign countries, so if you travel outside the country, check what travel advisories may be in effect in your destination. If someone gets sick upon returning home, seek medical care immediately.

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