21 Halloween Traditions to Make October Spooktacular!

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Halloween Traditions to Enjoy with the Family

October is a great time to get the family together and have some Halloween fun. Take a look at some of the Halloween traditions to enjoy with your kids.

1. Read a spooky story. Get in the spirit of Halloween with one of the many Halloween themed books.  Your little one is sure to love the colorful pictures and rhythmical rhymes in Pumpkin Eye by Denise Fleming.  For preschoolers through early elementary school, try Big Pumpkin by Erica Silverman or The Little Old Lady Who Wasn’t Afraid of Anything by Linda D. Williams. For older kids, pick a classic like Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling.

2. Visit a pumpkin patch. Instead of buying pumpkins at the grocery store head out to a pumpkin patch for an afternoon of fun.  Many pumpkin patches offer hay rides, corn mazes, and even petting zoos, so take the whole family and enjoy. Remember your camera – the pumpkin patch offers great picture opportunities.

National Coffee Day Freebies and Specials for 2018

National Coffee Day - North Texas Kids MagazineToday is National Coffee Day! Top Drink Freebies & Specials

National Coffee Day is September 29 and celebrates one of the world’s favorite beverages, coffee. Several chains are offering free or inexpensive coffee to celebrate National Coffee Day. Some are extending through the weekend or a full week. Check out the list below. You might also check out some of your local, neighborhood coffee shops to see if they’re participating.

How to Recognize and Deal with Back to School Stressors

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Top 5 Back to School Stressors and How to Bust Them

While the start of a new school year comes with excitement for kids, it also comes with stress. It’s common for kids to feel overwhelmed this time of year especially as they navigate the challenges that crop up with a new school year. This stress can manifest itself in stomach aches, headaches, loss of appetite, even depression. Here are 5 common top back to school stressors and how parents can help their kids to bust them.