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Teachers at Jewish Community Center preschool in Denver push for union

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Margaret Osburn spends eight hours a day with a classroom full of preschool students. She knows their birthdays. She’s on a first-name basis with their parents. She remembers the kids’ favorite foods, songs and colors. She cares for them when they’re sick and changes their diapers. “I know these kids and I love them,” Osburn … Read more

DeSantis Signs Bill Restricting Social Media Access for Minors in Florida

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On Monday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law. This bill prohibits children under the age of 14 from accessing social media platforms within the state. The recently signed bill also requires those aged 14 or 15 to obtain parental consent before joining any social media platform. HB3, the bill in question, instructs … Read more

Screen time can affect children’s language development, study suggests

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You may have seen the sight of a very young child completely engaged in a handheld device while the parents enjoy a little peace and quiet. But a new study shows that too much time alone on those devices could have a detrimental effect on the child’s ability to speak fluently. According to a recent … Read more

ICE Boston agents arrest 3 immigrants charged in death of infant, boy reportedly had significant bruising on his face

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ICE Boston agents have arrested three immigrants who were charged in connection with the death of an infant, according to officials. Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston agents arrested three unlawfully present Portuguese nationals who were recently charged with child endangerment following the death of a 1-year-old child in Pawtucket, R.I. Deportation officers apprehended the … Read more

UK Child Activity Workers To Be ‘Legally Obliged’ To Report Child Sexual Abuse

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UK children will now be protected from child sexual abuse as the Sunak government is planning to introduce tougher laws for child safety. The UK Home Office announced stricter child abuse laws on February 21 which would be introduced in the Criminal Justice Bill in the House of Commons. UK Home Secretary James Cleverly introduced … Read more

What parents should know before heading to the ER

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Sooner or later, you will find yourself taking your child to the emergency department — it’s bound to happen. Nearly 30 million children visit the ED each year in the United States. In a serious emergency, you should always go to the closest ED. Do you know where your nearest ED is located? Do you … Read more