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TLC: Fostering a Child’s Love for Reading in the Digital Age
Many of us remember those hot, languid summer days spent reading the newest novel by the author we loved or about our latest faddish obsession we were fascinated with. Today, as we look around at the students in our lives, we would feel lucky if their screen time dips below the national average (4-6 hours…
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The Lincoln Center: Nature’s Remedy—Get Outside!
In a world where many people spend as much time interacting with a digital screen as they do talking to a human being, feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and an inability to turn the brain off is all too familiar. But a simple and free remedy is just outside that door—nature. Opening the door and…
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TLC Wellness: The Upside of Life with Pets: Child Development and Family Connection
The love for pets runs deep at TLC. Staff members happily consider their dogs, cats, and even goldfish to be part of the family. That’s because the TLC staff have come to learn how beneficial they are in contributing to a joyful and tight-knit family. Here are the beautiful and sometimes surprising ways our pets…
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The Lincoln Center: Here Are the Best Ways to Navigate Sibling Rivalry
Romulus and Remus. Scar and Mufasa. Thor and Loki. Sibling rivalry has been around forever and is a common experience in families with more than one child. While it can be challenging, this rivalry also offers valuable learning opportunities for children, teaching them about conflict resolution, empathy, and cooperation. With the right support, parents and…
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Nurturing Healthy Sleep Habits in Children and Adolescents
If you’ve been listening carefully, you may have heard a teenager near you say it: “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.” Adolescent posturing? Sure. A killer Warren Zevon song, absolutely. But the guiding mantra for children? Definitely not. The utterer and every other teenager ought to know just how vital sleep is to their development and…
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Here Are Five Tips That Can Help You Reduce Your Exam Anxiety
Few people look forward to taking an exam. Finals season usually creates loads of stress for students, parents, and educators alike. As test dates get closer, many students experience heightened anxiety, which interferes with and impacts their performance. While some nervousness is natural and motivating, excessive exam anxiety can take a heavy toll. Brain functioning,…
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A Parent’s Guide to Learning Disabilities: Early Signs, Diagnosis, and Support
As a parent, it is natural to wonder if your child is developing at an expected pace, especially when it comes to learning. Learning disabilities are neurological differences that affect how a child processes information, making it challenging to read, write, spell, or perform math. These difficulties are not related to intelligence but rather to…
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The Lincoln Center: Encouraging Teen Independence and Responsibility
Teen firsts–milestones or significant events that mark a beginning or an introduction to something new–hold tremendous importance as they shape our understanding, skills, and perceptions, even laying the foundation for future growth and development. Some firsts we remember with fondness, some with embarrassed laughter, and some we’d like to forget. Young people happily hear Grandpa…
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The Lincoln Center: The Unexpected Gift of Embarrassment
“That was so embarrassing!” Just say the word, “embarrassing,” and everyone has a memory of something that instantly comes to mind. It is a shared human experience. It could be a face-plant in front of a middle-school crush, a remnant of food in one’s teeth discovered hours after the meal was enjoyed, or spilled coffee…
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The Lincoln Center: Building Financial Literacy in Teenagers
Unexpected expenses can quickly add up throughout the year, making financial literacy an essential skill for everyone. If managing money is challenging for adults with significant financial experience, imagine how crucial it is for teenagers who are just beginning to navigate personal finances. They will be responsible for handling school and consumer debt, savings, informed…
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The Gift of Growth: How to Start a Growth Journal for Your Child
Parenting can feel like time stands still in the moment, but looking back, the time between infancy and high school graduation feels like a flash. So many tiny moments of epiphany and growth that feel unforgettable at the time, somehow get lost in the noise of life. A growth journal can be a powerful and…
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Nurturing Creative Minds Through Holistic Education
In today’s tech-centric educational environment, a holistic education through creativity and hands-on activities often seem overshadowed by screens and standardized tests. However, a growing movement within the academic world is bringing a renewed focus on hands-on activities, crafts, and problem-solving skills. This shift in education emphasizes the importance of engaging students in practical, tactile experiences…
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The Lincoln Center: The Power of Gratitude in Family Life
Gratitude comes easily at the birthday party. Parents have filled the day with presents, special food, cake, balloons, and special attention. Birthday gift lists have been shared with family and friends. As presents are handed out, squeals of joy and laughing smiles greet each new gift. But then comes a moment of truth—THE PRACTICAL PRESENT—the…
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Three Brothers Cranking Out Delicious Spicy Chicken at Bab’s Hot Chicken in Audubon
Brothers Leo, Pep, and Jim Osmanollaj have been cranking out delicious spicy chicken at Bab’s Hot Chicken in Audubon, using their Baba’s recipe, reports Bob Kelly for 6abc. “Baba is our grandfather,” said Leo. “He always wanted to open up his restaurant. He loves chicken. He had a chicken farm back at home in Kosovo.…
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The Lincoln Center: Guiding Your Teen Through Cognitive Changes
The teenage years are often characterized by a rollercoaster of emotions, rapid mood swings, and seemingly irrational behavior, brought on by teen cognitive changes. While these experiences can be frustrating for parents and educators, it’s crucial to remember that the teenage brain is undergoing significant changes that heavily influence their emotions and decision making. As…
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Embracing the Empty Nest: A Parent’s Guide to Thriving in Transition
The countdown has begun as you and your child have entered the final days that you’ll be living under the same roof. For some, that clock has been ticking at the back of their mind for months already, years even. Ahead, visions of your child’s journey to adulthood and all of the wonderful dreams you’ve…
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TLC: Navigating Back-to-School Stress: A Guide for Teachers
No matter how much teachers may rest and prepare for the beginning of a new school year, it still can feel like a polar bear plunging into icy waters; jolting, exciting, numbing, and perhaps a little crazy. Amidst the chaos and noise, class norms and life rhythms develop quickly while teachers navigate student crises, parent…
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The Lincoln Center: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Children
Children love a good hero story. Sometimes, hero stories start with an unfortunate event, and sometimes, they have very ordinary beginnings. Yet all heroes, like all children, encounter some measure of adversity in life. The impact of hardship on kids’ lives is often unpredictable. Many youth overcome a problematic home life to find a healthy…
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