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Healthy Connections: Tips for Successful Co-Parenting Communication, Fact Sheet
by Chiquita Miller Erin Martinez
MF3737
Co-parenting is a commitment to raising children together, even after separation or divorce, by prioritizing their needs above all else. It requires collaboration and clear communication between parents who may no longer agree on much, but who share a common goal: giving their children the stability and support they need to thrive. 4 pages, color.
Published Date: Jul 2026
Healthy Connections: Cooking with Kids at Every Age, Fact Sheet
MF3732
Cooking as a family can do more than prepare a healthy meal; it can build life skills, strengthen family connections, improve fine motor skills, help kids improve reading and math abilities, and offers many additional benefits that support children’s overall development. This fact sheet includes age-appropriate kitchen tasks for children. 4 pages, color.
Published Date: Jul 2026
Healthy Connections: The Developing Brain Meets the Digital World, Fact Sheet
by Monique Koerner Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena Bonnie Brewer
MF3733
In today’s fast-paced, screen-filled world, raising children looks different from what it did just a few years ago. This publication will help parents and caregivers understand the impact of technology on the developing brain, teach them how to create healthy boundaries, and provide tools to help answer the question: What is a parent to do? 4 pages, color.
Published Date: Jul 2026
Healthy Connections: Manage Mealtime Meltdowns
by Priscilla Brenes Kathleen Meek
MF3734
Cooking as a family can do more than prepare a healthy meal; it can build life skills, strengthen family connections, improve fine motor skills, help kids improve reading and math abilities, and offers many additional benefits that support children’s overall development. This fact sheet includes age-appropriate kitchen tasks for children. 4 pages, color.
Published Date: Jul 2026
Healthy Connections: More More as a Family, Fact Sheet
by Ashley Svaty
MF3738
When families are active together, they build healthy habits that last a lifetime and strengthen relationships through positive interactions. Parents and guardians who encourage physical activity and lead by example by being active themselves help children see the many benefits that moving more can bring to both physical and mental well-being. 4 pages, color.
Published Date: Jul 2026
Spanish: Bonding Thru Board Games, Leader's Guide
by Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
MF3402S
Translated into Spanish. Setting aside a time to play board games can bring families together. When played in the right spirit, games provide a shared fun experience. This leader's guide includes suggestions for community activities, guidelines for presenting the lesson, and a link to the evaluation instrument. 4 page, b/w.
Revision Date: Nov 2025
Spanish: Bonding Thru Board Games: Developing Soft Skills, Fact Sheet
by Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
MF3489S
Updated for 2025. Translated into Spanish. Parents and other caregivers can help children gain vital soft skills by creating board game nights in the home or attending community board game events. Playing board games is a safe platform for soft skills to be developed and practiced. 4 pages, color.
Revision Date: Nov 2025
Bonding Thru Board Games: Soft Skills Cards, Spanish
by Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
MF3530S
Updated for 2025 and translated into Spanish. Parents, guardians, and teachers have a responsibility in helping children develop the thinking and relationship-building skills needed to succeed. Board games offer perfect ground to develop these soft skills in a practical, protected environment. Set of 6 two-sided cards, color.
Revision Date: Mar 2025
Bonding Thru Board Games: Six Traits Cards, Spanish. Revised
by Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
MF3403S
Updated for 2025. Translated into Spanish. Playing games together helps build strong relationships. Each card focuses on one of the six traits of strong relationships: spending time together, showing affection and appreciation, open communication and good listening, spiritual wellness, coping ability, and strong commitment to each other. Set of 6 two-sided cards, color.
Revision Date: Apr 2025
Considerations and Resources for School Garden Design in Kansas
MF3589
School gardens provide learning opportunities as well as fresh produce. This publication includes factors to consider, especially early in the garden development process. Updated for 2025. 24 pages, color.
Revision Date: Sep 2025
Early Literacy: Building the Foundation for Lifelong Learning, Fact Sheet
by David M. Rehfeld Lisa Newman Monique Koerner
MF3691
It’s never too early to help children develop the skills they need to be successful in life. During the early years of a child’s life, parents and other adults can all play a role in supporting children’s love of reading and give them a head start on lifelong success. An FCE selection. 4 pages, color.
Published Date: Jul 2025
Early Literacy: Building the Foundation for Lifelong Learning, Leader's Guide
by David M. Rehfeld Lisa Newman Monique Koerner
MF3692
It’s never too early to help children develop the skills they need to be successful in life. This leader’s guide includes teaching tips and activities. An FCE selection. 4 pages, b/w.
Published Date: Jul 2025
Bonding Thru Board Games, Fact Sheet, Spanish
by Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
MF3401S
Updated for 2025. Spanish translation. Families live in a busy world in which time together is often lost in the buzz of activity. Setting aside a time to play board games can bring families together. When played in the right spirit, games provide a shared fun experience. 4-page, color.
Revision Date: Feb 2025
Bonding Thru Board Games: Soft Skills Cards
by Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
MF3530
Updated for 2025. Parents, guardians, and teachers have a responsibility in helping children develop the thinking and relationship-building skills needed to succeed. Board games offer perfect ground to develop these soft skills in a practical, protected environment. set of 6 two-sided cards, color.
Revision Date: Mar 2025
Bonding Thru Board Games: Six Traits Cards
by Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
MF3403
Updated for 2025. Playing games together helps build strong relationships. Each card focuses on one of the six traits of strong relationships: spending time together, showing affection and appreciation, open communication and good listening, spiritual wellness, coping ability, and strong commitment to each other. Set of 6 two-sided cards, color.
Revision Date: Mar 2025
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