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05/28/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we know talking to your kids about emotions and mental health can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Here is a resource from NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) to help start these important conversations and reduce stigma.

Link: https://www.nami.org/kids-teens-and-young-adults/kids-and-parents/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-their-mental-health/

04/27/2026

"Did you know astronauts can’t whistle on the Moon? Or that if you could travel at the speed of light, you would never get older? Or that some hummingbirds weigh less than a penny? We didn’t, but here at the CSC lab, we love a good fun fact! Fun facts and trivia can be great ways to spark curiosity and start conversations with your kids. Take a look at the link provided and see what things you and your child can discover!

Check out Weird But True! videos, fun facts, and more.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! It's so important to help our kids understand how amazing our Earth is and the importance of taking care of it. Check out this article from Scholastic that points out six easy ways to celebrate Earth Day with your kids, including fun activities that raise awareness and instill a love for Earth in our little ones.

Learn how to celebrate Earth Day for kids with our list of fun environmental projects! Preserve the planet as a family with these Earth Day activities.

04/16/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month! Sometimes our little ones have trouble managing stress, this article provides insight on how this may effect your child. (P.S. They conclude that children who have self-confidence and feel loved are generally perseverant!)

Demands or stresses are a part of children's daily lives. Pressures may come from a number of sources - from within the child herself, as well as from parents, teachers, peers and the larger society. Read more about helping children manage stress and build resilience.

04/11/2026

Happy National Pet Day! Our furry friends make our days a whole lot brighter. Meet a few of our honorary staff members here at the Child Study Center!

03/30/2026

Some children take in sensory information differently than others. Sometimes this means that your little one may take in more of that information and can become overwhelmed, especially in public settings. An increasing number of museums, theme parks, movie theaters, and other institutions offer sensory-friendly events and shows, like Henrietta Public Library's Quiet Sensory Storytime on Mondays from 6:30-7:30pm. For more tips on how to plan for sensory-friendly outings for your litle ones, check out this great article from the Child Mind Institute!

Link: https://childmind.org/article/tips-for-going-places-with-sensory-challenged-kids/ -for-sensory-friendly-activities

03/18/2026

Getting your kiddos excited about reading can be difficult especially with technology today but don't worry there are lots of things that you can try and what better time to try them than during National Reading Month!! Reading is so impactful on the development of children and the sooner we get them excited about reading the better off they will be in the future. For all the tips and ideas for getting your kids enthusiastic about reading check out this article!

Link: https://ptaourchildren.org/march-is-national-reading-month/

03/14/2026

Happy Pi Day! RMSC is hosting a Pi Day (March 14-15) where your little ones can complete a pi-themed obstacle course and create math inspired art! It sounds like it's going to be a great time!

Link: https://rmsc.org/events/pi-day/

03/06/2026

Bedtime can be a challenge, and daylight savings might throw us off, epecially for our little ones! Here are some tips for this Sunday where our clocks spring forward an hour!

Link: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/sleep/Pages/daylight-saving-time-dont-lose-sleep-over-it.aspx

02/25/2026

Looking for a fun way to spend some quality family time together this winter? Well lace up and hit the ice! Public ice skating at the Tim Hortons Iceplex in Rochester is a great option for all ages and experience levels. It’s a chance to unplug, laugh together, and get active with family and friends. Click the link provided for more information!

Link: https://timhortonsiceplex.com/public-ice-skating/

02/19/2026

One way to help beat the winter blues is by staying active! This article suggests mixing in short bursts of movement throughout the day, especially when it’s turned into a game. Fun ideas like an indoor scavenger hunt can keep kids moving and smiling even on the coldest days. Check it out at the link below!

Link: https://www.childrens.com/health-wellness/how-to-keep-kids-active-in-winter