While we all wait out the coronavirus at home, consider a garden project with the kids.
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Posted inFood
How to cook for and with your kids during extended school closures
In the time of coronavirus, give them control over food, as much as you can, and comfort.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
One local writer, two books, and two very different emotions
Charlotte Agell’s latest publications for kids boldly address both joy and sorrow.
Posted inFood
Need a recipe for a fun school break?
Milk Maggie, eat Mickey, visit Lenny or try other food-related activities in Greater Portland that parents and kids can do together – or on their own – while school is out.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Internet outages, dropped charges and child trauma
A Biddeford bus driver is owed an apology, and other comments on recent news.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Rep. Gramlich: Access to well water testing is a public health necessity
Infants and children are most vulnerable to the harmful effects of prolonged exposure.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Britain takes big steps to protect kids’ privacy, but the U.S. is lagging
New standards would require companies ranging from social networks to gaming apps to provide children a “built-in baseline of data protection.”
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Work requirement no way to fight hunger
Maine’s experience fighting hunger shows that employment alone is not enough.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: End insurance wait periods for children’s dental treatment
Tooth decay progresses more quickly in children, making a common insurance industry practice dangerous.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Outdoor learning classroom comes to Maine
Founded by a Maine native, TimberNook now has 50 locations worldwide, including a new one in Gorham. Children make their own rules of play while exploring the outdoors.