February, 2021 - The Nurture Notebook

Celebrate Black History Month

Posted on February 22, 2021 by The-Nurture-Notetakers

February is black history month! Today, we are going to talk about some great activities and books that you can do with your toddler or preschooler.

My main source for books is always the library. Even during the pandemic- your local library is still open. The way you check out books just may be a little different. Another option is YouTube. You can also find read aloud options to most any book out there when you don’t have one on hand. However, remember, you don’t get the same language opportunities with a video. Children learn language best from interactions, if you choose the video option, be sure to make it interactive! Make comments, point out interesting things just as you would if you were reading the book yourself. And as always…. have fun!

Dream Big, Little One by Vashti Harrison

A simply worded and easy read- this book will be sure to keep your toddler’s attention. It includes 18 trailblazing women who have changed the world. It is inspiring and as goodreads perfectly states, “Whether they were putting pen to paper, soaring through the air or speaking up for the rights of others, the women profiled in these pages were all taking a stand against a world that didn’t always accept them”

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Be a Heart-Healthy Family

Posted on February 19, 2021 by The-Nurture-Notetakers

Heart Awareness is observed throughout February. Why is this important to us here at The Nurture Notebook? Well, for several reasons, and they all revolve around our love for both parents and their children.

A healthy heart allows a parent to have more energy and enables them to feel better able to care for their children.
Being educated on the signs and symptoms of heart conditions for both adults and children boosts a parent’s confidence.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death of women in America (heart.org).
Pregnancy actually provides insight into a mom’s cardiovascular health.

Pregnancy

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14 Ways to Say “I Love You”

Posted on February 13, 2021 by thenurturenotebook

Working with children and their parents is a form of love. We love what we do and are devoted to developing and supporting parents and their children. So, with February highlighting Heart Awareness and Valentine’s Day, it is the perfect month for our team to come together and create our first blog to nurture the love that exists within your family.

Valentine’s Day isn’t only for love-struck teenagers passing out candy-grams, flowers, and teddy bears. Creatively displaying love is for all ages, whether it be your child, bestie, partner, or spouse, and it does not need to be observed only on Valentine’s Day. Rather, carry it in your heart all year round, with your family, with your friends, with your community, and in your career. With that said, Valentine’s Day fun (or 14 days of Valentine’s fun), can be a creative, colorful avenue to promote happiness in your home during the cold, grey days between New Year’s and Valentine’s Day. We hope these ideas inspire you and your family to show each other love in fun ways.

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