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Friday, September 03, 2010

FAMILY by Anisa Raoof, GoLocalProv Contributor

Every week, enjoy inside tips for making the most of your weekend from Anisa Raoof, publisher and founder of Kidoinfo, the parents guide for Rhode Island and beyond.

Make shadow puppets

With the threat a storm heading our way, you may be stocking up on candles and flashlights in case the power goes out. Turing off all the lights and shining a flashlight on your hand is fun whether the power goes out or not. Take turns making the funniest/scariest shadow puppet and tell a story.
Need some ideas on making shadow puppets? Click here.

School routine 911

Now that the long lazy days of summer are over and many kids are back in school, the adjustment to homework, earlier bedtimes and getting out the door on time in morning isn't always so easy. Three helpful tips for getting into the groove: Have a set bedtime on school nights, pack the backpack the night before, and have the kids help plan the weekly routine that works well for everyone. For more tips for back to school, go here.

New ideas for school lunch

Most kids are back in school or days away from starting. Even if your child begs for peanut butter and jelly five days a week, try something new this year. Give them a list of food choices before you shop for the week and have them select things they want to eat. Challenge them to try one new food a week. Click here for a list.

Anisa Raoof is the publisher and founder of KidoInfo, the parents guide for Rhode Island and beyond.

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