Learning at Home Turns Surprisingly Social Back in 2010, the time had finally come for my husband and I to get serious about finding the right school for our soon-to-be […]
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Transitioning To School – Tips For Parents Of School-Age Children
Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, preparing for the first day of school each year can be worrisome. Parents anticipate the big day for the first few years of a child’s life, and […]
How To Talk To A Teacher
A meeting between you and your child’s teacher can be a powerful tool for helping your child succeed in school. Whether scheduled by the school, requested by you, or suggested by […]
Be The Change: Bob Maness: Passing the Torch
Bob Maness, owner and director of California Regional Theater (CRT) in Chico, knows that kids are our future. “Bob is very innovative and involved in passing the torch to the […]
From Crippling Threat to Family Pet: Helping Kids Overcome Their Fear of Dogs
Your child begins shrieking and clutches tightly at your leg, trying desperately to climb up your body. As you pick him up, you look around for clues to his behavior. […]
2014 June Musical Contest Winner: Adele Duval
North State Parent and The Music Connection of Chico and Redding congratulate Adele Duval of Redding, winner of our 3rd annual teen music essay contest and $400 gift certificate from […]
Kids With Food Allergies, Sensitivities & Intolerances – Drug-Free Alternatives For Treatment
Justin, age 11, suddenly developed asthma “out of nowhere.” His mom, a health care professional, did not want to follow the traditional treatment of steroids inhalers due to their long-term […]
Localicious: Sauerkraut – A Tradition Reborn, One “Culture” At A Time
You may wonder how our ancestors were able to preserve food without refrigerators, freezers, and modern canning techniques. Well, you could say that in addition to cellars, lacto-fermentation (lactic acid […]
Fourteen Adventures With Dad – Make a “Daddy Date” (with Grandpa too!)
As Father’s Day approaches, dads and their kids are beginning to look for the perfect way to celebrate the importance of the paternal bond. Here in California’s North State region, […]
Be the Change: Dawn Hess – Building Character Through Performing Arts
Dawn Hess is founder and director of Kids Unlimited Institute of the Arts (KU) in Redding, as well as part-time music teacher and director of the Festival Choir at Redding […]
Feeling Drab or Disheveled? Five Tips To Beautify While Living A Chaotic Life
I confess … on occasion I do apply a final coat of mascara while sitting in the car at a red light. I know this behavior does not represent my finest […]
Coloring Outside The Lines – How to Encourage Your Child’s Creativity
Two-year-old Kristy makes a train across Mommy and Daddy’s bed by lining up Daddy’s socks heel to toe. Natalie, 21 months, adorns her arm with cookie cutters, points and says, […]
Localicious: Celebrating The History & Traditions Of Cinco De Mayo
Most of us are familiar with the Mexican holiday, Cinco de Mayo. Many celebrate it annually with their favorite Mexican cuisine, margaritas, and maybe even a piñata. Do we understand […]
