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For many of the estimated 172 million of us who celebrate Halloween, this year will still be a little funky as COVID-19 remains a challenge and group gatherings and celebrations still carry risk. As parents, we only get a certain number of annual tickets in the front row seat to our kiddos’ Halloween joy. So, we all…
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Celebrate World Smile Day (Oct. 1) with this fun STEAM activity that will help put a smile on the face of every member of your family! Work together to create a Smile Map! What Are We Discovering? Treasure hunts, riddles and games are ways of bringing bright smiles to our faces. Do you know why…
The National Inventors Hall of Fame aims to inspire young innovators everywhere. Show your child how fun STEM can be with this activity! Let your creativity flow as you explore principles of fluid dynamics to create a one-of-a-kind gift. Dip a canvas panel or ceramic tile into a swirl of spray paint to reveal a…
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It’s Teacher Appreciation Week and with many schools remote or following new safety protocols because of COVID-19, we’ve all gotten a pretty clear glimpse into “a day in the life” of a teacher. And we have found a greater appreciation for teachers as we’ve seen just how much they do and how their passion to help students…
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Parenting and teaching in this pandemic has been challenging as we’ve given our all to support our children’s learning, well-being and development. Reckitt, the maker of Lysol, believes it is important to keep your loved ones illness-free and is dedicated to providing resources to help prevent the spread of illness-causing germs. While you all have stepped up to the plate,…
The new year is a chance to reset and remind us of what is most important in our lives, including healthy habits. As we begin to think about New Year’s resolutions for 2022, Lysol and National PTA have teamed up to share tips for healthy habits for the year to come. Small actions can help…
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After a holiday season that was anything but usual last year, Lysol and National PTA are very much looking forward to the special moments to come this time of the year! However, it’s important to remember the holiday months are also the start of the cold and flu season. With many people planning to celebrate…
Now is an important time for parents and schools to address youth nicotine use. Recent research shows that youth vaping, which is still at epidemic levels, was significantly impacted as students spent more time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic and had less retail access to e-cigarettes and opportunities to share e-cigarettes with others. Now that many young…
Did you know that Black History Month was established in 1976? President Gerald Ford officially designated February as a month to, “seize the opportunity to honor the accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” As we celebrate the contributions of African Americans who forged a path and opened doors for future generations, let’s recognize and honor…
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College and Career Planning can be an exciting time for high school students and their parents—but it can also be intimidating, time-consuming and costly. Even with the wealth of resources available today, academic and financial planning experts see millions of families who simply aren’t aware of the right questions to ask and fail to see…
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