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Great Start Collaborative

Hillsdale County - July 2024

Great StartCollaborative Hillsdale County - July 2024

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Forever Remembered Deputy Butler

It is with deep sorrow that we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sheriff Deputy Bill Butler. Our community has suffered a tremendous loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time. Deputy Butler's dedication and service will always be remembered.


In this time of great grief in our community please remember that our kids are listening and can feel the emotions all around. We encourage you to talk to your kids about it in an age appropriate way.


"No matter what age or developmental stage your child is, you can start by asking what they've already heard. Most children will have heard something, no matter how old they are. After you ask them what they've heard, ask what questions they have and how they feel about what's happened."

- David Schonfeld, MD, FAAP healthychildren.org

How to Talk With Kids About Tragedies & Other Traumatic News Events

How to Talk With Kids About Tragedies & Other Traumatic News Events

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages parents, teachers, child care providers, and others who work closely with children to filter information about the crisis and present it in a way that their child can accommodate, adjust to, and cope with. Includes the video, "AAP Tips on Talking to a Child After a Disaster."

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Summer Boredom Summer Boredom

The Very Best Way to Deal with Childhood Boredom - 1000 Hours Outside

The Very Best Way to Deal with Childhood Boredom - 1000 Hours Outside

When kids play outside it can take up to 45 minutes to determine a play scheme. Since kids activities are often less than 45 minutes we aren't used to giving kids the time they need to figure out what they are going to do with their surroundings.

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Why Allowing Your Kids to be Bored is a Savvy Parenting Move

Why Allowing Your Kids to be Bored is a Savvy Parenting Move

Kids being bored isn't a bad thing! The benefits of being bored are real if we can help kids through those challenging first moments.

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Why Boredom Could be Good for Your Student | Connections Academy®

Why Boredom Could be Good for Your Student | Connections Academy®

Too many planned activities can deprive kids of feeding their natural curiosity and creativity. Learn six benefits of letting your child be bored.

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Best Beach Scavenger Hunt for Kids (+2 Free Printables)

Best Beach Scavenger Hunt for Kids (+2 Free Printables)

To add to your day of fun in the sun, enjoy these free Beach Scavenger Hunt printables for kids! Get yours now!

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15 Road Trip Games to Play in the Car: Blast Boredom Without Screens

15 Road Trip Games to Play in the Car: Blast Boredom Without Screens

Check out the best road trip games to play in the car with kids. You'll turn a ho-hum car ride into your next hilarious adventure!

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Summer Reading Challenge

Summer Reading Challenge

Kick off your child's summer vacation with this fun summer reading challenge! Pick and choose from over 40 places to read a book this summer. Which reading spot will you check off first? Summer Reading

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Making Physical Activity a Way of Life: AAP Policy Explained

Making Physical Activity a Way of Life: AAP Policy Explained

​The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants, children, teens and children with special needs have time for physical activity each day. Here's how much they need.

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9 Swim Lesson Tips for Parents

9 Swim Lesson Tips for Parents

Learning to swim is an important life skill and parents play an important role in supporting the process. Here are 9 things to consider as ways to be encouraging, supportive, and prepared as a swim lesson parent

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Let's Stop Distracted Supervision

Let's Stop Distracted Supervision

ALIVE Solutions Inc. offers professional aquatic safety expert services for water parks. Ensure the safety and smooth operations of your aquatic facility with our expertise.

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Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

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Welcome Baby Home Visit! Welcome Baby Home Visit!

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Little Free Library Little Free Library

Great Start Collaborative Family Coalition Little Free Library Initiative

Did you know that there are many Little Free Libraries in Hillsdale County... 15 of which we monitor.

The Great Start Collaborative Family Coalition members volunteer to help keep our Little Free Libraries stocked with children's books throughout the year.


For more information on Little Free Library please visit https://littlefreelibrary.org/

Mom Meet Up Mom Meet Up

When: Every Friday at 10am
Who: Moms and their little rascals
Where: Hillsdale First Baptist (across from the library)
What: A chance to spill coffee while chatting, and see who can stack the most toy blocks while making new mom friends

Prenatal & Postpartum Exercise Opportunity Prenatal & Postpartum Exercise Opportunity

Don't miss out! Prenatal/Postpartum Birth Ball Exercise Class is every Saturday at 10 am, 9 E Bacon (next to the library). It's FREE! All trimesters up to 2 years postpartum welcome. Join for fun, and maybe some belly laughs, that will also help to strengthen your core. Bring your ball and yoga mat if you have them. Let's have a great time together!

Helping Hands Pregnancy Resource Center Helping Hands Pregnancy Resource Center

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MSU Extension Offerings MSU Extension Offerings

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Talking is Teaching Talking is Teaching

Child Care Child Care

Looking for child care in Hillsdale County?


Great Start to Quality allows you to search for all licensed programs in Michigan. You can search in the ways that are most important to you, whether it is by area, cost, or specific needs.


https://greatstarttoquality.org/find-programs/

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