Read more about the article A different kind of bookworm
Liza Purdy, a children's librarian at the Old Town Newhall Library, conducts a worm feeding as part of an interactive activity designed to teach kids about science. March 10, 2020. Bobby Block / The Signal.

A different kind of bookworm

Every Tuesday, Liza Purdy, a children’s librarian at the Newhall Library, wheels out a box of about 50 to 100 red wiggler worms for children at the library to touch and feed with composted materials like celery, coffee grounds and avocado peel.

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Read more about the article Newhall Library holds “musical instrument petting zoo” for kids and teens
Lyra Chaddick, toddler plays the keys on a electronic keyboard assisted by Marna Onnen, grandmother at the Green Eggs and Jam session hosted by the Newhall Public Library, Monday, Feb. 24, 2020. Gilbert Bernal/The Signal

Newhall Library holds “musical instrument petting zoo” for kids and teens

Gone are the days when you would be shushed for making noise in the library. As librarian Liza Purdy puts it, that’s an antiquated stereotype and the Newhall Library is a “full throttle library.” On Monday, the Old Town Newhall Library was full of music as the library hosted a “musical instrument petting zoo” for children and teens as part of the monthly “Green Eggs and Jam” music program.

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Read more about the article STREAM Kids Expo helps provide a free spa day for young girls
Stylist Shannon Traweek works on Ailyn Delgadillo's hair at the STREAM Kids Expo Glamming Kids of Success event at Tresor Salon. Matt Fernandez/ The Signal

STREAM Kids Expo helps provide a free spa day for young girls

On Sunday, STREAM Kids Expo partnered with Tresor Salon and Spa to hold the first Glamming Kids For Success event, where young girls had their hair done for free.

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Read more about the article TV for toddlers: set limits, make good choices
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TV for toddlers: set limits, make good choices

While TV might keep your child busy, that screen time could come at the expense of other, more important activities. For example, it might be better for your child to use that time being active or visiting with family and friends.

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Read more about the article What parents can do to help kids as the first day of kindergarten draws near
Parents can take various steps to make the first day of kindergarten as fun as possible.

What parents can do to help kids as the first day of kindergarten draws near

Children experience many firsts as they make their way through infancy and into childhood. Parents often remember their child’s first word and the day they took their first step, as both are major milestones in youngsters’ lives.

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Read more about the article Salvation Army teams up with Walmart to ‘Stuff the Bus’
Salvation Army teams up with Walmart to 'Stuff the Bus.' Signal File Photo

Salvation Army teams up with Walmart to ‘Stuff the Bus’

Stevenson Ranch and Copperhill Walmarts and the Santa Clarita Valley Salvation Army are joining forces to provide new school supplies to local children in need during the “Stuff the Bus”…

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Read more about the article Grandparents as Parents hosts bowling day
Linda Davies, support group leader bowling at the Grandparents as Parents bowling event. Gilbert Bernal/The Signal

Grandparents as Parents hosts bowling day

Families from the Grandparents as Parents program were invited to Santa Clarita Lanes to enjoy some quality time together as part of the new Bella Vida senior center program. Bella…

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Read more about the article Home safe home: Protect your children with these 5 easy tips
Despite our best efforts, children still get hurt by falls, drowning and poisoning. Take the time to evaluate whether your home is as protected as it can possibly be from preventable accidents.

Home safe home: Protect your children with these 5 easy tips

Despite our best efforts, children still get hurt by falls, drowning and poisoning. Take the time to evaluate whether your home is as protected as it can possibly be from preventable accidents.

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Read more about the article How parents can build strong relationships with their children’s coaches
Developing a strong relationship with your children’s coaches will benefit your child, the coach, yourself and the team as a whole.

How parents can build strong relationships with their children’s coaches

Each year, millions of student-athletes across the globe participate in organized sports. Parents want these experiences to be as positive as possible for their children. One way to accomplish that…

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Read more about the article Donna’s Day: Friendship bracelets are a summer classic
Amy Weiss creates a summer friendship bracelet with embroidery floss for her cousin Maddie Reeder.

Donna’s Day: Friendship bracelets are a summer classic

By Donna Erickson Signal Contributing Writer As I latched a favorite bracelet made of reindeer l eather and spun silver/pewter designed by the Sami artisans in the north of Sweden…

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Read more about the article Make kids’ bedtime a breeze
Parents emphasizing consistency with their children’s sleep routine often find their children don’t put up so much of a fuss at bedtime.

Make kids’ bedtime a breeze

New parents face many obstacles once they leave the hospital and take their children home. Parents often find that sleep schedules are a significant challenge, and one that won’t necessarily…

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Read more about the article Summer is the perfect time to dive into unstructured play
Unrushed, unstructured play is vital to a child's development, and summer's seemingly endless hours are perfect for playing with friends.

Summer is the perfect time to dive into unstructured play

Summer is the perfect time to dive into unstructured play As school lets out for the summer, many parents are concerned about their child maintaining all they've learned from the…

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Read more about the article Well visits are an important part of child healthcare
Well-child visits begin when a child is a few days old and continue until adulthood.

Well visits are an important part of child healthcare

Expecting parents will soon discover that having a child sparks many changes in their lives. As infancy rolls into toddlerhood and beyond, there is usually one constant in the busy…

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