Poetry for Kids
April is National Poetry Month! It’s a great time to read poetry with kids. Maybe you have never been a poetry lover or your kids think poetry is boring. Give some of these books a try…they just might change your mind. Hailstones and Halibut Bones by Mary O’Neill A classic from 1961, this book contains poems about […]
Snow White and Seasonal Allergies
Grumpy, Sneezy and Sleepy may be names of Snow White’s dwarves, but they’re also signs your child may be suffering from seasonal allergies. Read on to learn how to differentiate allergies from illness, and whether or not your child needs to be seen by their Doc (see what we did there?)… According to the American […]
Books About Math
Reading recommendations from Dr. Alice Mar March is the beginning of spring which means bunnies and flowers and cute baby animals. And of course, it is also one of the best holidays of the year….pi day (3/14 to the non-math geeks out there). Math seems to be a polarizing subject for a lot of kids: […]
March Into Spring Fitness
Spring is the perfect time to STEP UP your fitness routine. It’s time to move those feet! First, you’ll need to purchase pedometers so you can track your progress, have fun adding to your step numbers, and celebrate your success! It doesn’t have to be a Fitbit or other high-tech option – an inexpensive clip-on […]
The Spring Step Challenge 2019
It’s time to get stepping! Join Farrell and South Riding Pediatrics in our annual step challenge from April 1-30. The top three children or adolescent finishes will receive $50 towards their favorite athletic brand or store! Anyone who meets the Super Stepper goal of 300,000 steps will receive a prize in our office. (That’s only […]
Books for Mystery Lovers
February is a short month full of what feels like long cold days. Nothing is better on one of those endless winter days than a cozy mystery. Kids like mysteries and puzzles as much as adults. Here are some of great books for your mystery loving kids of all ages. Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth by […]
Winter Health for the Whole Family
Punxsutawney Phil may may have predicted an early spring, but rest assured we have plenty of winter weather left in the season. Here are some helpful tips on how to keep your family healthy during the cold weather months: Dress for the cold Whether you’re battling a teen who wants to wear shorts, a […]
Kid Approved Newbery Winners
Reading recommendations from Dr. Alice Mar January is an exciting month in the world of children’s literature. Mid-January the top awards in children’s literature are announced. These awards include the Caldecott award (for the most distinguished picture book) and the Newbery award (for the most distinguished overall contribution in children’s literature). Lists of past winners […]
New Years Resolutions for a Healthier Family
January is a great time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one. While it’s easy to make (and let’s be honest, break) resolutions for yourself, it’s a good idea to put some thought into how you as a family can improve together. Below are some suggestions for New Years […]
Books About Snow
Reading recommendations from Dr. Alice Mar, formerly of our practice If your kids are like most kids, they love snow. With a possible blizzard in the forecast, here are some great snow and winter themed books to read together while your enjoying the warm indoors. Be sure to read these snuggled together under a big […]