Plus, winter weather safety and play with young children
Plus, winter weather safety and play with young children

Every Child a Reader
December 2024 / January 2025

A smiling child catches rain on their tongue, links to winter rain play ideas.
Winter weather doesn’t have to mean staying inside. Marion & Polk Early Learning Hub has eight free and easy recommendations for rainy day outdoor play.
Find fun in the rain
A smiling toddler bundled in a snowsuit, hat and gloves plays in the snow, links to tips about cold weather safety for children.
Did you know that babies and toddlers should wear several thin layers of clothing, one to two more than adults, in cold weather? Experts share how to keep children safely warm.
Try these tips
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