The best part of your day is the time you spend with your child. Spend at least thirty minutes doing quality time activities with the child in your life. Quality time supports your child’s growth and boosts his or her development. Quality time with a child exercises the mind, creates an avenue for learning, and[…..]

A child’s brain rapidly grows and constantly transforms. The first 1,000 days of a child’s life are a period of super-fast changes in their bodies, their brains, and their emotions. Spending quality time with kids is important to support their development. You help children learn with each moment of eye contact, each new word you[…..]

The second Saturday in June is National Family Health and Fitness Day. Here are 8 spots in Delaware that are perfect for the whole family to enjoy getting fit, spending quality time with your family, and still having fun!

Children who spend their earliest years struggling with physical health, mental health, cultural, language, motivational, or learning challenges are already behind the curve when they start school. A new report from the Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems Collaborative Improvement and Innovation Network provides information to guide the development of children in Delaware — particularly those in[…..]

Every time you talk, play, or engage with your child, they are growing. Even little things count. Just 30 minutes each day is like magic, when the time you spend is quality time. Participating in daily activities with your children can help strengthen family bonds and can help build a lifetime of well-being for your[…..]

Fall is the perfect season to spend quality time with your little one outdoors! The weather is mild and there are endless activities for you to share with your child. While the upcoming winter season can highlight several engaging indoor activities, why not take advantage of the outdoors during this beautiful transition period? Here are[…..]

Make the month of October all about Halloween themed decorations! Focus family quality time on creating crafts and decorations for the occasion. Quality time is a way for parent and child to bond. It presents great teachable moments and helps children express themselves. Start sharing laughs and creating memories with these simple Halloween themed activities![…..]

When it comes to quality time with your child, arts and crafts is a great way to switch it up! This will give you a chance to do something fun together. Physical activity is important for your kid’s health, but so is mental activity. Arts and crafts allows your child to take a visual and[…..]

Hey parents, grandparents, babysitters and friends, help the children in your life get up and move! Did you know that only 1 in 3 children are physically active? Let’s change that! Not being physically active is not an option. Research shows that children and teens spend more than 7 hours per day on devices like[…..]

There is a lot you can do to make sure your child gets a healthy start on life. It’s all about starting early. The first 1,000 days of a child’s life are a period of super-fast changes in their bodies, brains and emotions. A child’s growth in a short period of time is amazing. Even[…..]

It’s time to take the fun outdoors!  Slather your baby in sunscreen, strap on a hat, and dress them up in light colored clothing. This summer, take advantage of the warm weather and spend quality time outside. Quality time, like outdoor play, contributes to healthy growth! Here are three easy outdoor activities to help your[…..]

The first five years of a child’s life have a huge impact on their future successes and well-being. Children’s experiences during their first years help shape their life later on. What your child learns during their first years depends on what you teach them as you are their first ever teacher. These lessons don’t have[…..]

Get your baby movin’ and groovin’! Music can be a fun, joyous way to spend quality time with your little one. Sing along to your favorite songs or dance around the living room. Collect pots, pans, plastic bowls, spoons and spatulas from your kitchen. Set up a drum station for your baby. Sing a song,[…..]

Every day that you spend with your child they learn and grow. The simplest activities can lead to a happy and healthy life for your child. The first 1000 days of your child’s life fly by, but how those days are spent will determine your child’s behavior and success in school. February is the month[…..]

  Make your kids feel extra special this Valentine’s Day. Spend at least 30 minutes of quality time with your little ones on Valentine’s Day and every day. Did you know just 30 minutes of quality time can give your kids a head start in life? The first 1,000 days of a child’s life are[…..]

Do you have a picky eater in your house? Is getting your child to eat their fruits and vegetables a daily battle? Turn lunch, dinner or even snack time into a fun and educational experience for both you and your child. The good news is it isn’t impossible. The bad news is that it requires[…..]

Every day should be a quality time day. Quality time activities can range from reading as a family, to nature walks, to arts and crafts. Parents that interact with a child from birth promotes positive development. Build skills that your baby needs to reach specific milestones. Delaware Thrives recommends at least 30 minutes per day. […..]

Do you spend at least 30 minutes of quality time with your kids a day? Focus on the quality of the time you spend with your kids. Not the quantity! Designate 30 minutes each day to spending quality time with your little ones. Your full attention should be on them! Give the gift of quality[…..]

Spend at least 30 minutes with your child a day. Easy to say, but sometimes hard to do. The list of “To-Dos” never end. There is always a repeated cycle of laundry folding, dish cleaning, or other household chores to complete. Let’s face it— time is precious when you are a parent. Well, did you[…..]

Every time you talk, play, or engage with your child, they are growing. Even little things count. Just 30 minutes each day is like magic, when the time you spend is quality time. Participating in daily activities with your children can help strengthen family bonds and can help build a lifetime of well being for[…..]

Make time for play time- 30 minutes of laughing, moving, and learning. A simple 30 minutes of educational activities does wonders for your growing child. What happens to a sponge placed in water? It grows. Just like the sponge, the mind of a child is constantly growing and absorbing all that it can from the[…..]

The Delaware Department of Education set early learning foundations for child development. The following activities will help support your child’s education, before they start school. Take advantage of these free quality time ideas. Remember, you should incorporate at least 30 minutes of quality time into you and your child’s schedule every day.   Rolling Ball[…..]

As a parent, are you trying to spend more quality time with your children? Did you know: “When an adult spends 30 minutes of quality time with a baby or toddler each and every day, they are giving them a great head start in life. The child will have better health, do better in school[…..]

A parent taking their son or daughter Trick-or-Treating is a great way to spend quality time and teach them safe Halloween lessons. What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Halloween? Is it carving pumpkins, wearing Halloween costumes and or eating lots of candy? Halloween is about all of those activities,[…..]

Set time aside to spend 30 minutes quality time with your son or daughter a day. One quality time activity you can do with your son or daughter is create a handmade Halloween costume together! What child doesn’t fantasize about flying through the air? Handmade superhero costumes are an easy way to save money, bond[…..]