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Unplug and Be Outside Be Outside, Idaho! and partner organizations are hosting Unplug
and Be Outside Week, April 21-28. There will be a series of free events to inspire and empower families to get off the couch and get active! Children can collect one sticker on their passport card for each activity they attend. If they receive three or more stickers they will be entered into a drawing to win great prizes. For a complete and updated schedule of events, visit
unplugandbeoutside.com. Even if you are not able to attend the free activities during Unplug and Be Outside week, you can still reduce your screen time and explore together. There are plenty of family activities right outside your door: • Go for a walk in your neighborhood Take a hike in the foothills
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• Ride a bike Play catch in the yard
• Walk the dog • Visit a park • Walk on the Greenbelt
March for
Babies The March of
Dimes helps to fund research that focuses on putting an end to premature birth, infant mortality, and birth defects. Its primary goal is for all women to deliver healthy babies. The largest
fundraiser of the year is March for Babies. This 5K walk is an opportunity for individuals, corporations, and families to make a substantial impact in the fight for healthy babies. Each person or team collects pledges before attending the walk. There will be families walking in memory of babies they lost and families walking in honor of premature babies that have grown into healthy children. The day of the walk becomes a celebration with music,
food, kids’ activities, and of course the walk itself. This year, the Boise March for Babies is Saturday, April 28. You can join an existing team or create your own team. Simply register online at
marchforbabies.org.
Early Years Are Learning Years The Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (Idaho AEYC)
is asking the Treasure Valley and the state of Idaho to come together for chil- dren during the Week of the Young Child: April 22–28. As part of the nation- al Week of the Young Child celebrated across the country, Idaho is honoring young children and all those who make a difference in children’s lives. Young children and their families depend on high-quality education
and care, which bring lasting benefits to Idaho. Week of the Young Child is a time to recognize the importance of early learning and early literacy, and to celebrate the teachers and policies that bring early childhood education to young children. For more information on events and activities celebrating Week of the Young Child or on quality childcare and early education, visit
idahoaeyc.org.
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