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Welcome Back Beautiful Autumn! Falling for You in a Big Way

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Courtesy photo: Driving my truck in the cool weatherConnecting Science and Math to Life, Learning, and PlayBy Judy Reinhartz On our ongoing learning journey, “The important thing is to never stop questioning” (Albert Einstein). I never tire of his insights about...

Demystifying Dyslexia

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Courtesy photo: Middle school students work together on assignments.Understanding and empowering our different learnersBy Megan Rosker Children carry an innate curiosity about the world. It’s our responsibility as adults to fan that spark into a flame—fueling...

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Courtesy photo: Tutor helping St. Michael’s middle school student prepare for final exam in math.Free SAT Preparation Tutoring at the City Teen CenterBy Louise Yakey Everyone has had the experience of feeling lost in a class. Tutoring provides the one-on-one and small...

Where’s the Math? Everywhere!

by | June 30, 2025 | 2025 - Jul-Aug, Back to School, Early Childhood, Education, Elementary, Family Voices, Math and Literacy, Parenting, Preschool, School Guide, STEM | 0 Comments

Courtesy photo: Summer Program, going on a bug hunt.Book Nook FeatureBy Judy Reinhartz With the end of the summer season and thoughts of cooler weather that the fall brings, we as parents and caregivers are filled with excitement and anticipation for new beginnings...

Play Out Loud

by | June 30, 2025 | 2025 - Jul-Aug, Art, Early Childhood, Education, Elementary, Latest Trends, Music Education, Parenting, Performing Arts, Spanish, Teens, Things to Do | 0 Comments

Courtesy photo: Learning music doesn’t have to be instrument-based. It can also be related to songwriting and music production.Understanding the importance of music in our livesBy Lindsay Taylor There's an old expression: Before we walk, we dance; before we talk, we...

Smart Moves

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Courtesy Photo: Student Playing ChessWhy kids should get excited about chessBy Brad Langer Like many people, I played chess as a kid. I learned how the pieces move and played fairly often, mostly with my dad, just for something fun to do when I had free time. Chess,...

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Courtesy photo: Mother and daughter paddleboarding.How do we nourish our child’s spiritual well-being?By Betsy Lombardi When I was raising my children, it was helpful to know that “it takes a village.” That meant that I didn’t have to have all the answers. As my...

She’ll Grow Out of It

She’ll Grow Out of It

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Courtesy photo: Sofie and Mom on an outdoor adventure.Adventures in Parenting: Girls with AutismBy Amanda Zengel When I had my first daughter, Sofie, in 2016, it was a dream birth. My waters broke at 34 weeks and she was ready. After an easy delivery, I looked in her...

Sweet Dreams: An Infant Sleep Guide for Parents 

Sweet Dreams: An Infant Sleep Guide for Parents 

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Sweet Dreams: An Infant Sleep Guide for Parents  Creating a safe sleep environment for your baby By Rach RalyaWhether you’re still pregnant or a new parent, you might be spending time thinking about how you’ll get your baby to sleep, among other challenges new parents...

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Jump to section:Homebirth Midwife Services Doula, Breastfeeding and Lactation Services, Pregnancy Care, Childbirth Classes Maternal Fetal MedicineFertility Medicine Home Visiting Mental Health Services Prenatal Massage and Physical TherapySpecial Imaging Family...

Masked Motherhood

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Masked Motherhood On the exceptional challenges of 'pandemic parenting' By Liz ElmquistLately, I have been reflecting on what it means to be a “pandemic parent,” a phrase I was resistant to using until recently. Every day, my lived experience of pandemic parenting is...

Calling All Caregivers

Calling All Caregivers

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Calling All Caregivers New Mexico is facing a child care shortage, but there’s support for those willing to step up. Do you love kids? Do you love kids so much that staying home and looking after young children sounds like a dream come true? For Alejandra Lujan, this...

Closing the Gap

Closing the Gap

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Closing the Gap How New Mexico is supporting better, more affordable child care It’s a story all too familiar for many parents. When it’s time to go back to work, finding child care can prove an almost insurmountable challenge. Many child care centers don’t serve...

Young Families Face Pandemic’s Ongoing Impact

Young Families Face Pandemic’s Ongoing Impact

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Young Families Face Pandemic’s Ongoing Impact Growing Up New Mexico finds new ways to help. Maria and her family have experienced many challenges since the restrictions due to COVID-19 started over a year ago. Maria’s work schedule as a healthcare employee has become...

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Courtesy Photo: Student Playing ChessWhy kids should get excited about chessBy Brad Langer Like many people, I played chess as a kid. I...

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