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Let's learn together! On the Horizon Blog, you'll find a collection of articles designed to help you navigate the unique experience of parenthood. From answers to common questions at every age to fun ideas and activities for your child, the Horizon Blog offers something for everyone!

David Smith:

Child Behavior

How Parents Can Develop an Independent Toddler

May 24

By David Smith

Child Development

What to Do When Toddler Keeps Getting Out of Bed

May 3

By David Smith

Child Development

Tips for Creating a Homework Space for your Child

April 26

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Preschooler Winter Activities: Exploring Hibernation Together

January 18

By David Smith

Preschool

Maximize Your Preschooler's Alphabet Recognition with These Expert Tips

December 7

By David Smith

Child Development

Try These Social Skills Activities For Preschoolers

November 30

By David Smith

Learning

How To Decrease The Risk of Spreading Germs For Preschoolers

October 19

By David Smith

Learning

What Should You Put in Your Child's Busy Bag?

September 28

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Here Are 5 Benefits of Eating at the Family Dinner Table

September 14

By David Smith

Child Development

Spelling Help: Tips for Teaching Your Child How to Spell

August 10

By David Smith

Preschool

Why Preschool Class Size Matters

August 3

By David Smith

Learning

Why Are Summer Reading Programs So Important?

June 15

By David Smith

Reading

Skill-Building Math Games for Older Students

June 1

By David Smith

Infant Care

Five Important Milestones for Your Infant

April 13

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How To Sleep Train Your Baby

March 16

By David Smith

Parenting Tips

Here Are The Best Tips for Ditching the Sippy Cup

March 9

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Why Your Child Needs Sleep

March 2

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Lorain Community Center Awarded 5-Star Rating

February 14

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Self-Esteem Begins to Develop During the Toddler Years

February 9

By David Smith

Social Interaction

Multi-Purpose Trail Now Open

January 26

By David Smith

Giving children the time they need is important for their development

Toddler Care

Why It's Important to Give Children the Time They Need

January 12

By David Smith

Afterschool

Here's The Best Way Parents Can Deal with Sibling Rivalry

January 5

By David Smith

Afterschool

Head Start Program Highlight

December 15

By David Smith

Skill Building

What Parents Can Do to Reinforce Their Child’s Math Skills

December 8

By David Smith

Toddler Care

Holiday Travel Tips for Toddlers

December 1

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon Holiday Resources

November 24

By David Smith

Skill Building

Helping Your Child Get Organized

November 17

By David Smith

Toddler Care

Helping Your Toddler Deal With Their Fears

November 10

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Fun Fall Craft Ideas

November 3

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Louise Reuter Celebrates 35 Years At Horizon Education Centers

October 20

By David Smith

Child Development

How Much Sleep Does Your Child Need?

October 13

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Tips for a Safe Halloween This Year

October 6

By David Smith

Child Development

Winning the Bedtime Battle: Why You Child Won’t Go to Sleep

September 22

By David Smith

Reading

What Parents Can Do to Reinforce Their Child’s Reading Skills

September 15

By David Smith

Child Care

Horizon Families: Join Us for Family Nights In September!

August 30

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Triskett Station Center Achieves 5-Star Rating

August 25

By David Smith

Afterschool

How Your Older Child Can Benefit from Afterschool Care

August 18

By David Smith

Preschool

Program Spotlight: Universal Pre-K

August 11

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon Administration Building Dedicated To Mary Smith

August 4

By David Smith

Child Development

How Imaginative Play Aids in Early Development

July 28

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Seven Ways to Make Reading Fun This Summer

July 21

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Fun Things to Do with Your Children During Summer Vacation

July 7

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Summer Camp Creates Memories, Builds Friendships, and Shapes Self-Esteem

June 23

By David Smith

Tech Tips

Revealing the Truth about Video Game Myths & Their Affect on Children

June 16

By David Smith

Preschool

Screen Time for Preschoolers

June 2

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon Veteran Spotlight: Executive Director, Dave Smith

May 26

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Quality Summer Camps Put the Fun in Learning

May 19

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Government’s Funding Essential For Preschool Students

May 12

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon and AmeriCorps Partnership Spotlight

May 5

By David Smith

Child Development

Screen Time for School-Age Children

April 21

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Horizon Education Centers To Hold Summer Camp “Hullabaloo!”

April 14

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Prepare Your Child for a Move

April 7

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Hyperactivity in Children Can Have Numerous Causes

March 31

By David Smith

Skill Building

Fun Activities to increase Your Child’s Math IQ

March 24

By David Smith

Tech Tips

Screen Time for Toddlers: What to Consider

March 17

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon Awarded NASA Glenn Research Center Grant

March 10

By David Smith

Infant Care

Infant Care Now at Horizon

March 3

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon Staff Makes Christmas Brighter for North Olmsted Family

February 24

By David Smith

Health Tips

How to Stay Healthy This Winter

February 17

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Indoor Gross Motor Activities for a Winter Day

February 10

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Three Ways to Make Valentine's Day Special for Kids

February 3

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Updated COVID-19 Policies and Procedures

February 2

By David Smith

Learning

Children Need Guidance in Using Technology

January 20

By David Smith

Child Development

Seasonal Affective Disorder in Children: What to Know

January 13

By David Smith

Toddler Care

Toddler Developmental Stages Keep Parents on Their Toes

January 6

By David Smith

Preschool

Do Children Really Need Preschool?

December 30

By David Smith

Skill Building

The Best Toys for Your Children This Year

December 16

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Make the Most of Your Children’s Winter Break

December 9

By David Smith

Horizon Remembers Founder Mary Smith

December 7

By David Smith

Infant Care

What Your Baby Can Learn in Infant Care

December 2

By David Smith

Learning

Fun and Fast Homework Tips for Your Child

November 25

By David Smith

COVID-19

Helping Your Child Cope with Loneliness as a Result of COVID-19

November 18

By David Smith

Child Care

We're Hiring: Come Work at Horizon Education Centers

November 11

By David Smith

Child Development

The Benefits of Infant Care

November 4

By David Smith

COVID-19

5 Top Safety Tips: Returning to School During COVID-19

October 14

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Star Wars Characters Come to Horizon

October 7

By David Smith

COVID-19

Tips to Help Your Child With Online Learning

September 23

By David Smith

Child Development

5 Ways an Afterschool Program Can Help Your Child

September 16

By David Smith

Child Development

Give Your Child the Advantages of Exceptional Afterschool Care

September 2

By David Smith

Toddler Care

How to Prepare Your Toddler for the First Day of Child Care

August 26

By David Smith

COVID-19

Full-Day Programs for School-Age Children Now Offered at Horizon

August 19

By David Smith

Preschool

Preparing Your Child for Preschool

August 12

By David Smith

COVID-19

How to Get Your Children to Eat Healthy During Quarantine

July 22

By David Smith

COVID-19

Helping Your Child Cope with the New Normal

July 15

By David Smith

COVID-19

The Top Three Educational Apps for Kids to Learn During the Pandemic

July 1

By David Smith

COVID-19

Summer Learning Loss: Why Combatting It This Year is More Important Than Ever

June 17

By David Smith

COVID-19

Three Educational Activities for Kids at Home During the Quarantine

June 10

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Outdoor Activities for Children

May 27

By David Smith

COVID-19

Preparing for a Safe Reopening at Horizon After COVID-19

May 14

By David Smith

COVID-19

Four Virtual Vacation Spots to Visit with Your Children

May 13

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon Education Centers holds Teacher Appreciation Parade (from Fox8.com)

May 8

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Teacher Appreciation Parade at Berea’s Horizon Education Centers an Emotional Reunion for Students, Leaders (from Cleveland.com)

May 8

By David Smith

COVID-19

Parent COVID-19 Q&A: Addressing Concerns for Reopening

May 7

By David Smith

COVID-19

Simple Ways to Keep Your Child Learning at Home

May 6

By David Smith

Child Care

Horizon’s Triskett Station Staff Goes Above and Beyond

April 30

By David Smith

Child Care

Horizon Expands its Locations to Other Northern Ohio Cities

April 23

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Summer Camp 2020: Celebration of Nations

April 8

By David Smith

Learning

8 Fun Ways to Pass the Time at Home with Your Children

March 27

By David Smith

Kindergarten Boot Camp at Horizon This Summer

March 26

By David Smith

Learning

Resources for Learning at Home

March 23

By David Smith

COVID-19

How to Talk to Your Children About Coronavirus

March 19

By David Smith

COVID-19

Horizon Education Centers and Coronavirus (COVID-19)

March 12

By David Smith

Horizon’s First Kindergarten Fair

March 12

By David Smith

Potty Training Regression: What it is and How to Deal

March 5

By David Smith

How to Get Your Child to Eat More Vegetables

February 27

By David Smith

Handwashing: How to Teach Children Good Hand Hygiene

February 20

By David Smith

Horizon Education Centers Acquires Two Family Life Child Care Centers from Ohio Guidestone

February 18

By David Smith

Celebrating Two Heroes at Horizon!

February 13

By David Smith

Playground Safety Tips

February 6

By David Smith

Stranger Danger: What to Teach Children About Strangers

January 30

By David Smith

Why are Toddlers so Possessive?

January 23

By David Smith

Social Media Tips for Parents and Children

January 16

By David Smith

Benefits of Assigning Chores for Your Children

December 5

By David Smith

Does My Child Have a Cold or the Flu?

November 28

By David Smith

How to Help Your Child Get Organized

November 21

By David Smith

How Play Aids in Early Development

November 14

By David Smith

How to Help Your Child with Nighttime Fears

November 7

By David Smith

Five Ways to Help Your Child Prepare for Preschool

October 31

By David Smith

Easy Ways to Help Your Child with Phonics

October 24

By David Smith

Student Success at Horizon Education Centers: DAP Statistics

October 17

By David Smith

Sit Together and Read Program: What to Know

October 10

By David Smith

How to Help Children Cope with Bad News

October 3

By David Smith

What to Know about Kindergarten and Early Learning Assessments

September 26

By David Smith

How to Make Sure Your Kindergartener is Getting Enough Sleep

September 19

By David Smith

Back-to-School Study Tips to Help Your Child Succeed This Year

September 12

By David Smith

Child Development

Horizon Now Offers Yoga Classes for Children

September 5

By David Smith

Triskett Station Center Grand Opening

August 29

By David Smith

Tips for Reducing Back-to-School Anxiety

August 22

By David Smith

How to Help Your Child Prepare for Standardized Testing

August 15

By David Smith

How to Evaluate After-School Programs

August 8

By David Smith

How to Help Your Toddler Prepare for Child Care

August 1

By David Smith

Tips to Deal with Online Bullying

July 18

By David Smith

Why It's Helpful to Have a Summer Vacation Routine

July 11

By David Smith

4 Fun Summer Activities for Kids

July 4

By David Smith

Ohio Step Up to Quality: What the Ratings Mean & Why They're Important

June 27

By David Smith

South Side Pride Summer and After School Programs

June 20

By David Smith

3 Ways to Give Your Preschooler Independence

June 13

By David Smith

How to Keep Children Safe Online

June 6

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Summer Camp 2019: It’s Not Too Late to Sign Up!

June 4

By David Smith

Horizon's Triskett Station Center Now Open

May 30

By David Smith

Horizon Market Square Location Receives 4-Star Step Up to Quality Rating

May 23

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Should I Send My Child to Summer Camp?

May 16

By David Smith

What to Know About Your Child's Oral Health

May 9

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Why You Should Choose a Summer Day Camp for Your Child

May 2

By David Smith

The Terrible Twos: What to Do

April 24

By David Smith

Surprising Choking Hazards

April 17

By David Smith

Technology and Kids: How to Use it for Good

April 10

By David Smith

Is My Child Ready for Preschool?

April 3

By David Smith

6 Types of Coughs to Watch For

March 27

By David Smith

Cold Prevention Strategies to Try

March 20

By David Smith

Why Your Toddler Bites and What You Can do to Prevent It

March 13

By David Smith

4 Ways to Improve Your Child's Attention Span

February 27

By David Smith

Spelling Help: Tips for Teaching Your Child How to Spell

February 20

By David Smith

What to Do if Your Child Gets the Flu

February 6

By David Smith

Toddler Feeding Problems & What to Do About Them

January 30

By David Smith

STEM Activities to Try This Winter

January 23

By David Smith

Is My Child Contagious?

January 16

By David Smith

5 Easy Ways to Encourage Imaginative Play

January 9

By David Smith

What to Know About Croup

January 2

By David Smith

Fun Winter Activities to Try

December 26

By David Smith

How to Help Your Child Succeed in Elementary School

December 12

By David Smith

Horizon’s Newest 5 Star Step Up to Quality Rating: East Lorain

December 5

By David Smith

A potty training chart is only part of what parents need for their child to be successful.

Kindergarten

Why Potty Training Charts Are Only a Good Start For Toddlers

November 28

By David Smith

4 Ways to Encourage Your Child to Read

November 21

By David Smith

Should My Child Get a Flu Shot?

November 14

By David Smith

How to Encourage Persistence in Your Child

November 7

By David Smith

Is My Child's Backpack Too Heavy?

October 17

By David Smith

How To Keep Your Child From Getting Sick This School Year

October 10

By David Smith

How to Deal with Bullying

October 3

By David Smith

Ways to Spot and Stop School Anxiety

September 26

By David Smith

5 Tips for Adjusting Your Child’s Back-to-School Sleep Routine

September 19

By David Smith

4 Easy School Lunches

September 12

By David Smith

Should My Child Take Vitamins?

June 27

By David Smith

The Psychological Benefits of Summer Camp

June 20

By David Smith

3 Low-Cost Educational Activities in Northeast Ohio to Prevent Summer Learning Loss

June 13

By David Smith

Summer Camp

6 Activities to Prevent Summer Learning Loss

May 16

By David Smith

Safety Tips

4 Simple Ways to Deal with Bug Bites

August 2

By David Smith

Summer Camp

How to Keep Your Child Learning Over the Summer

July 19

By David Smith

Skill Building

8 Summer Activities that Build Gross Motor Skills

July 12

By David Smith

Kindergarten

Preparing for Kindergarten: What Does Readiness Mean?

July 12

By David Smith

Summer Camp

4 Free or Low-Cost Summer Activities in Northern Ohio

July 5

By David Smith

Safety Tips

How to Keep Your Child Safe During the Summer

June 28

By David Smith

Safety Tips

6 Car Safety Tips for Kids

June 21

By David Smith

Child Behavior

4 Common Behavior Issues in Children & What You Can Do

May 31

By David Smith

Kindergarten

6 Things Parents Should Know About Kindergarten Readiness

May 24

By David Smith

Preschool

Should I Send My Child to Preschool?

May 17

By David Smith

Kindergarten

What is Math Readiness?

May 10

By David Smith

Toddler Care

The Benefits of Socialization for Toddlers: What Every Parent Should Know

April 26

By David Smith

Afterschool

The Benefits of Afterschool Programs

April 19

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Family-Friendly Easter Activities in Northeast Ohio

April 12

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Social Development Benefits of Summer Camp for Kids

April 5

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Spring Break Activities in Northeast Ohio

March 29

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Why Day Camp Puts Your Child Ahead

March 22

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Benefits of Summer Camp for Children

March 15

By David Smith

Child Care

Afterschool Child Care Programs Boost Learning

March 8

By David Smith

Child Development

How to Encourage Motor Skills Development in Children

March 1

By David Smith

Child Care

Importance of Family-Centered Day Care Programs

February 23

By David Smith

Preschool

Getting Your Child Prepared for Preschool: Daily Routines

February 15

By David Smith

Skill Building

Getting Your Child Prepared for Preschool: Readiness Activities

February 8

By David Smith

Learning

Preparing Your Child for Preschool: Ready for Lifelong Learning

February 1

By David Smith

Skill Building

Preventing Frostbite in Young Children

January 4

By David Smith

Travel Tips

Have a New Year’s Eve Celebration, Family-Style

December 28

By David Smith

Travel Tips

Decorating for the Holidays as a Family

December 21

By David Smith

Preschool

Teaching Preschoolers Science Through Fun Weather Observations

December 7

By David Smith

Preschool

Boosting Your Preschooler’s Early Writing Skills

November 30

By David Smith

Preschool

Preschooler Personalities: Bringing Out the Best in Your Child

November 16

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Getting Your Child to Bundle Up in Cold Weather

November 9

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Pumpkins for Preschoolers: Games, Songs, Snacks and More

November 2

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

5 Recipes for Healthy Halloween Snacks

October 26

By David Smith

Preschool

Preschoolers Can Learn and Have Fun with Fall Music

October 19

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Preschooler Crafts: Focusing On the Colors of Fall

October 12

By David Smith

Preschool

Effective Ways to Deal with Preschool Separation Anxiety

October 5

By David Smith

Child Development

Benefits of Routines for Young Children

September 28

By David Smith

Kindergarten

Kindergarten Prep Can Be Fun—and Doesn’t Need to Be Fancy

September 21

By David Smith

Kindergarten

When is the Best Time to Start Kindergarten Prep?

September 14

By David Smith

Learning

Should Preschoolers Learn a Second Language?

September 7

By David Smith

Learning

Sharing the Meaning of Labor Day with Your Children

August 31

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Power Up Your Preschooler: the Importance of Breakfast

August 24

By David Smith

Child Development

Who’s Up for Hopscotch? Benefits of this Time-Tested Game

August 17

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Water-Based Crafts and Activities for Summer Fun

August 10

By David Smith

Skill Building

Protect Your Preschooler From Too Much Sun

August 3

By David Smith

North Olmsted and Elyria Cascade Horizon Centers Get 4-Star Rating

July 27

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Celebrate Watermelon Day with Recipes, Facts and Crafts

July 20

By David Smith

Child Care

The Benefits of Socialization for Children in Daycare

July 15

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Fruits and Veggies Fun for Preschoolers

July 13

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Summer Hydration Tips for Children

July 6

By David Smith

Safe Fourth of July Fun

June 29

By David Smith

Preschool

Inexpensive Ways to Have Bubble Fun with Preschoolers!

June 22

By David Smith

Preschool

Preschoolers Keep Learning with Summertime Music

June 15

By David Smith

Summer Camp

How to Help Your Child Avoid Summer Learning Loss

June 8

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Summer Reading Programs: Build Brain Power & Have Fun!

May 25

By David Smith

Family Time

Adjusting to a New Baby in the House

May 18

By David Smith

Learning

How to Encourage Your Child’s Natural Gifts

May 11

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Birth Order of Your Children: How to Bring Out the Best in Them

May 4

By David Smith

Preschool

Talking About Current Events With Your Preschooler

April 27

By David Smith

Activities for Children

How to Raise a Fit Preschooler

April 20

By David Smith

Learning

Fun Alphabet Games for Preschoolers

April 13

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Summer Camp Memories Last a Lifetime

April 6

By David Smith

Social Interaction

How Unplugging from Technology Benefits Children

March 23

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Proud History of Summer Camps (Plus Early Registration Info for 2016!)

March 16

By David Smith

Learning

Preschoolers and Money: How to Introduce Concepts

March 2

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Not Too Early to Plan for Your Child’s Summer Camp

February 24

By David Smith

Preschool

Books Preschoolers are Sure to Love

February 17

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Why Your Preschooler’s Boredom May Be a Good Thing

February 10

By David Smith

Learning

Celebrating Valentine’s Day With Your Preschooler

February 3

By David Smith

Learning

Making Learning Fun: Groundhog Day

January 27

By David Smith

Health Tips

More about Keeping Your Child Healthy During Cold and Flu Season

January 20

By David Smith

Skill Building

Defeat Cabin Fever With These Fun Ideas For the Family

January 13

By David Smith

Preschool

Good Hygiene Habits for Preschoolers

September 23

By David Smith

Kindergarten

Help Your Preschooler Get Organized

September 16

By David Smith

Preschool

Fall-Time Reading for Your Preschooler

September 11

By David Smith

Learning

Preschoolers and Swearing: Tips and Strategies

September 2

By David Smith

Learning

How Preschoolers Learn in 2015

August 25

By David Smith

Skill Building

Preparing Your Child for Back-to-School

August 20

By David Smith

Skill Building

Backpack Organization Tips

August 12

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Summer Crafts for Preschoolers

July 29

By David Smith

Preschool

How to Help Your Fearful Preschooler

July 29

By David Smith

Skill Building

Water Safety Tips for Your Preschooler

July 22

By David Smith

Summer Camp

Summer Family Fun for Your Preschooler: Northern Ohio

July 8

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Summer Safety Tips for Your Child

July 1

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

More Benefits of Summer Camp

June 10

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Dealing Positively with your Daydreamer

May 27

By David Smith

Preschool

Humor: Helping Preschoolers Learn

May 20

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Summer Camp & Psychosocial Development

May 13

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Why Summer Day Camp Matters

May 6

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

How to Choose the Right Summer Day Camp

April 29

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

10 Incredible Weeks of Summer Learning!

April 22

By David Smith

Reading

How Do I Start to Teach My Child How to Read?

April 1

By David Smith

Learning

How to Find Quality Child Care

March 25

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Best Places to Visit with Children in Cleveland

March 18

By David Smith

Preschool

How to Help Your Shy Preschooler

March 11

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Strategies to Handle Your Bossy Preschooler

March 4

By David Smith

Kindergarten

What Your Child Needs to Know Before Kindergarten

February 25

By David Smith

Preschool

What Does Ohio’s Common Core Curriculum Mean for YOUR Preschooler?

February 18

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Your Invited to Join Our NEW Friends of Horizon Referral Program

February 2

By David Smith

Child Development

Teaching Your Preschooler: Counting to Ten

January 30

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

David Smith Day Proclaimed Throughout North Olmsted

January 22

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Fight Back Against Cabin Fever! Winter Learning Activities

January 13

By David Smith

Child Development

Five Tips to Make Math Fun for Your Elementary School Child

January 2

By David Smith

Social Interaction

How to Teach Tweens to Embrace Change

December 30

By David Smith

Toddler Care

What Toddler Potty Training Mistakes are YOU Making?

December 29

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Tips on Preparing Children for the Transition to Middle School

December 26

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Countdown to Christmas with Children's Books and Activities

December 22

By David Smith

Reading

Reading: The Gift that Keeps On Giving for Toddlers

December 18

By David Smith

Learning

Ten Educational Gift Ideas for Children this Holiday

December 15

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Strategies for Picky Preschool Eaters

December 8

By David Smith

Toddler Care

Teaching Your Toddler the Ins and Outs of Socializing

December 5

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Teach Children Good Hand Washing Hygiene in Flu Season

December 3

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Should My Children Under 10 Get a Flu Shot?

December 2

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Getting Your Children to Help Each Other

November 24

By David Smith

Skill Building

Cleveland Focuses on Expanding Preschool

November 21

By David Smith

Learning

NE Ohio Takes Top Honors in Child Education, Challenges Still Exist

November 19

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

In a Rush? Your Child Will Love Breakfast for Dinner

November 17

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Fast and Fun After School Snacks for Your Child

November 14

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Keep Your Child Focused at Day Care with Fast & Fun Breakfast Ideas

November 13

By David Smith

Learning

Child to Caregiver Ratios - What's the Best Number?

November 5

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Get Children Involved in Community Service to Build Empathy

November 3

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Highlighting Our Newest Horizon Education Center Location

October 31

By David Smith

Safety Tips

No Toddler Fight Clubs Here at Horizon Education Center!

October 29

By David Smith

Preschool

Great Preschool Resources and Toddler Social Programs

October 24

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Teaching Your Children to Not Overshare on Social Networks

October 22

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Tech Tips for Tweens: Monitoring Social Networks and Privacy Settings

October 20

By David Smith

Child Behavior

When Should You Get Your Child a Smartphone?

October 17

By David Smith

Child Development

Righty or Lefty: Determining Your Child's Preference

October 15

By David Smith

Child Behavior

5 Tips on Instituting Chore Lists for Children

October 13

By David Smith

Toddler Care

5 Tips for Planning Your First Toddler Play Date

October 10

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Sibling Rivalry -How Do You Stop the Ridiculous Squabbling?

October 8

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Three Tips to Rearing Amazing Children

October 3

By David Smith

Learning

Early Literacy: Should You Self-Teach Cursive

October 1

By David Smith

Learning

Early Education: Reading and the Vocabulary Connection

September 29

By David Smith

Child Development

Tech Tips for Tweens: Set Healthy Limits on Digital Screen Use

September 26

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Helping Your Child Learn to Love Vegetables

September 24

By David Smith

Reading

Elyria and Lorain Library Early Literacy Partnership Program

September 22

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Teach Your Children Empathy and Kindness

September 19

By David Smith

Toddler Care

When Should Your Toddler Ditch the Sippy Cup?

September 15

By David Smith

Child Care

Bee Sting 101 and First Aid Tips

September 12

By David Smith

Child Care

Child Care Tips: What to Look for in the Perfect Babysitter

September 10

By David Smith

Toddler Care

Tech Tips for Parents of Toddlers

September 8

By David Smith

Toddler Care

Two Children Under Two? Preserve Precious Sanity with these Tips

September 5

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Should You Get Your Toddler’s Ears Pierced?

September 3

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Five Toilet Training Readiness Signs for Toddlers

September 2

By David Smith

Child Development

What's the Best Way to Soothe the Pain of Teething for your Child?

August 29

By David Smith

Skill Building

Summer Sun Care Tips for your Child

August 27

By David Smith

Child Development

The Trouble with Technology and Toddlers

August 25

By David Smith

Learning

Toddler Tips: Breaking the Pacifier Habit

August 22

By David Smith

Summer Camp

What to Do When Your Child Gets Ringworm

August 20

By David Smith

Child Development

Teach Your Child to Help with Chores

August 18

By David Smith

Reading

Is Your Family Tapped into the Library for Summer Learning?

August 13

By David Smith

Skill Building

Getting Your Child Ready for Fall Daycare

August 11

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

The Benefits of Socialization for Children in Daycare Settings

August 8

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

How to Discourage Your Child from Biting

August 6

By David Smith

Safety Tips

What to Ask Your Childcare Provider about Emergency Preparedness

August 4

By David Smith

Learning

Tips for Choosing a Lorain County Day Care Center

August 1

By David Smith

Skill Building

A Divide in Ohio Education Exists: Early Childhood Education Can Help

July 30

By David Smith

Child Development

Developmental Assets Profile: Discovering What Kids Need to Succeed

July 29

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

5 Tips to Helping Picky Eaters Learn to Try New Foods

July 28

By David Smith

Learning

Five Tips on How to Teach Alphabet Recognition to Toddlers

July 25

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Day Camp Banishes ‘There’s Nothing to Do’ Summer Blues

July 22

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Family Time: Top 5 Board Games for Elementary Kids

July 18

By David Smith

Family Time

Family Cooking: 5 Ways to Make Dinner Time, Family Time

July 16

By David Smith

Learning

Five Ways to Create Family Time Nights

July 14

By David Smith

Child Behavior

The Importance of Family Time for Middle Schoolers

July 11

By David Smith

Parenting Tips

Become a Parent Mentor to Your Tween

July 9

By David Smith

Child Care

Top 10 Things to Bring to Day Camp

July 7

By David Smith

Learning

Socializing Kids Early Through Summer Day Camps

July 3

By David Smith

Child Development

Early Education is Key to Development of STEM Skills

July 2

By David Smith

Child Development

Talking to Your Baby Has Big Pay Offs in Your Child's Development

June 30

By David Smith

Reading

Books and Reading: Their Importance to Early Learning

June 27

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon's Enrichment Programs Make the Learning Process Fun

June 25

By David Smith

Kindergarten

5 Easy Early Learning Activities for Your Toddler

June 23

By David Smith

Skill Building

5 Tips to Help Children Retain What They've Learned over the Summer

June 20

By David Smith

Child Development

What to Demand in an Early Learning Center

June 18

By David Smith

Child Development

When Are Children Ready to Play a Musical Instrument?

June 13

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Step-Up To Bullying Video Contest: Winners Announced!

June 12

By David Smith

Child Development

Should Your Child Consider Performing in the Theater?

June 11

By David Smith

Learning

Five Tips to Boosting Early Learning with Flash Cards

June 9

By David Smith

Child Behavior

When Are Children Ready to Give Up Their Security Blankets?

June 6

By David Smith

Child Development

Lorain County Fights Childhood Obesity

June 4

By David Smith

Travel Tips

Tips to Keep Kids Happy While Traveling by Plane

June 2

By David Smith

Child Development

When Is It Time to Start Potty Training Your Child?

May 30

By David Smith

Child Care

When Is Daycare a Good Match for Your Toddler

May 28

By David Smith

Horizon Education Center

Horizon's Summer Camp Programs are almost here!

May 26

By David Smith

Child Development

When to Be Concerned With a Developmental Delay

May 23

By David Smith

Child Development

Report Emphasizes Importance of Preschool to Child Development

May 21

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Is Day Camp or Sleep Away Camp Best for Your Child?

May 19

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Tips for Helping Children Adjust to a New Baby

May 16

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Summer Camp 2014: Join the Fun Today!

May 14

By David Smith

Learning

Early Childhood Education Gives Children Full Year Performance Boost

May 12

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Horizon Kids Get Healthier with Snacks from the Mediterranean Diet

May 8

By David Smith

Child Development

Dealing with Sibling Rivalry

May 7

By David Smith

Skill Building

Taming Toddler Tantrums

May 5

By David Smith

Activities for Children

Practice “Chunks” for Early Reading Skills

April 18

By David Smith

Skill Building

Are Potty Training Rewards Good or Bad?

April 16

By David Smith

Skill Building

Tips for Potty Training Toddlers

April 15

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Teaching Your Child to Share

April 9

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Teaching Toddlers to Respect Authority

April 7

By David Smith

Child Development

Teaching Your Children to Have Fun with Math at Home

April 4

By David Smith

Child Development

Math Is as Important as Reading for Young Children

April 3

By David Smith

Child Nutrition

Healthy Fast Food for Toddlers

March 28

By David Smith

Learning

Teaching Kids How to Save

March 24

By David Smith

Child Care

Light Is Key to Setting Your Toddler’s Sleep Clock

March 21

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Tips to Help Your Toddler Prepare for Sleep

March 19

By David Smith

Child Development

Easy To Prepare and Serve Snacks For The Car

March 17

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Encourage a Love of Reading in Your Child

March 14

By David Smith

Skill Building

Tips for Helping Left-Handed Toddlers

March 12

By David Smith

Learning

Horizon Afterschool Programs Focus on Individualized Instruction

March 10

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Handle Sibling Rivalry

March 7

By David Smith

Skill Building

How to Keep Your Family Healthy From Daycare Colds

March 5

By David Smith

Learning

Boosting Your Child's Immune System

March 3

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Helping Left-Handed Toddlers in a Right-Handed World

February 28

By David Smith

Child Behavior

What to Do if You Think Your Child Seems “Spoiled”

February 26

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Is Your Toddler’s Behavior “Off the Charts”?

February 25

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Let Your Toddler Make a Mess (Under Supervision)

February 24

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Teaching Your Children When to Call 9-1-1

February 21

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Dancing with Your Toddler Can be Fun and Educational

February 20

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Me, My, Mine – Teaching Toddlers to Share

February 14

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Is Your Tot Hooked to the Tube?

February 11

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Help Your Child Develop Kindergarten Math Readiness Skills

February 10

By David Smith

Child Behavior

5 Things to Keep Your Toddler Busy in the Car

February 5

By David Smith

Skill Building

How to Encourage Your Toddler to Stop Thumb Sucking

February 3

By David Smith

Child Behavior

Parenting Your Child in the Digital Age

January 29

By David Smith

Child Behavior

How to Say No and Mean It to Your Toddler

January 27

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Tips for Keeping Your Kids Healthy During Flu Season

January 22

By David Smith

Safety Tips

Childhood Obesity will Equal Future Problems

January 11

By David Smith