Goal Setting for Younger Kids

Dr. Gail Matthews, a psychology professor at Dominican University in California, conducted a study revealing that 43 percent of people who regularly write down their goals are more likely to achieve them. The team at Lake Forrest Prep believes goal setting is an important skill for younger children, and we have a few tips for how to teach them: Step…

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LFPS Open House

Please join us Saturday, January 27th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. for our Open House where you can check out the next grade level your child/children will be entering for the 2018-2019 school year.  This event is for current and prospective families! You can meet the teachers, get information about the curriculum, and pick up your registration materials. Your child/children are…

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4 Fun Activities to Do with Your Tween

Spending one-on-one time with your tweens is extremely important. Not only does this give parents a chance to bond with their children, but it allows both the parent and child to get to know each other’s likes and dislikes. Take Pictures Whether you have a camera or a cell phone, you and your tween can spend some time doing a…

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Best Family-Friendly Movies

Spending time together as a family is important, and what better way to bond with the ones you love than over a movie and some popcorn? Of course, in order for the movie night to be a success, you’ll need to select a flick that is appealing to both children and adults. The staff at Lake Forrest Prep offer a…

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Tips for Helping Your Child Declutter

It isn’t hard for children to accumulate a lot of toys. Unfortunately, if the items don’t have a set place where they can be stored away when not in use, it can leave the room looking messy and unkempt. We’re here to offer a few tips and tricks that parents can utilize to help their little ones declutter to reclaim…

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3 Ways to Get Your Family to Enjoy Dinner Together

The University of Florida’s IFAS Extension states that a child’s development is positively affected when families dine together at least four times per week. This institute of higher learning also points out that family dinners increase a student’s chances of graduating from high school, as well as reduce the risks of teens abusing drugs. Here are three ways you can…

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4 Holiday Dishes Your Children Can Make

It’s exciting when everyone contributes a dish to the family’s holiday meals, and there’s no reason to leave children out of this fun tradition! Here are some of our favorite holiday dishes simple enough for the little ones to whip up. Cranberry Raisin Salad To make this popular appetizer, have your child fill a bowl ¾ of the way with…

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5 Tips for Air Travel With Children This Holiday

According to AAA, 48.7 million Americans travel to celebrate holidays with loved ones. The staff at Lake Forrest Prep is here to help alleviate the stress of traveling with young children through these tips and tricks! Select Travel Dates and Times Carefully Call the airline ahead of time to find out what the busiest travel days are and opt to…

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Fall Crafts That Are Perfect for Kids

The variety of colors that appear each autumn are not only beautiful, but inspiring as well. The professionals at Lake Forrest Prep believe crafts are an excellent way for children to express their creativity, and what better muse than the scenes viewed during harvest time? Read on to discover a few fall crafts that you can put together with your…

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Easy Affordable Ways to Celebrate Christmas with Children

Although Christmas is the season for gift-giving, celebrating the holiday with your children doesn’t have to break the bank. The staff at Lake Forrest Prep knows how excited kids get when December 25th is right around the corner, so we’ve compiled a list of easy and affordable ways to enjoy Christmas with the ones you love.   The 12 Days…

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