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As they get older, children might struggle with reading for class, let alone reading for pleasure. There’s added pressure to juggle reading textbooks and assigned literature for class; for many kids, reading for fun rarely stays a priority. Here are some ways to keep that love for books bright, even when schedules get busy. Let them pick the story. Your…
Flu season is upon us, and kids can be some of the most susceptible to catching and spreading the virus. Not only do you have to juggle COVID concerns, you’ve got to worry about the flu as well! The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months of age or older should get a flu shot every season. There are still ways…
If there was ever a year to say goodbye to, it’s 2020. For many of our LFP families, celebrating at home is the best and safest option. We wanted to pull together some of our favorite ideas for welcoming 2021 as a family. Put favorites on the menu. It’s the last hoorah of 2020, so send it out with a…
“There’s no place like home for the holidays” has never rung truer than in 2020. Due to the pandemic, Christmas in this year will look different for millions of families — including many of our Lake Forrest Prep families. And while it might be a hard season, these activities can help your family keep the Christmas season merry and bright!…
Wearing masks has become part of the “new normal” for anyone needing to venture into public. Masks help slow the spread of the virus and can reduce risk of transmission by over 70%. In many places, children over the age of 2 have to wear masks, and for kids not used to seeing people with masks, it can be scary…
Winter is here, and while that doesn’t necessarily mean snow in Central Florida, there’s still plenty of opportunity to enjoy winter wonderland activities with your family. Here are some of our favorite ideas for winter fun with your child: Coffee filter snowflakes This is a classic craft that you probably did when you were young! Grab extra coffee filters (or…
Due to safety concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Lake Forrest Preparatory has suspended its extracurricular activities until further notice. This can be a tough time for students who enjoyed those after school events. While we look forward to the day when we can reinstate extracurriculars, here are some ways to foster those passions at home. For Sports Schools around the…
There seems to be a misconception around empathy that it’s a trait that can’t be taught. However, there are plenty of practical ways to help your child better understand the world around them and develop empathetic thinking towards others who have different thoughts and feelings than they do. What is Empathy? Empathy is one of the most complex skills your…
For millions of families around the world, day-to-day work/life schedules got overhauled when COVID-19 hit communities. Remote work has replaced the office commute, and virtual education has replaced classroom learning for many students. It’s become harder for a lot of parents to juggle their workload with full-time parenting duties. These tips can help everyone manage their time and maintain good…
First sleepovers, riding a bike, reading a chapter book — all of these events come at different times in a child’s life based on emotional maturity and behavior. Another key event for many kids is their first movie. While the pandemic has made going to physical theaters a rare occurrence, there’s still a thrill from your kid being able to…
