Where to go and what to do when mental health is an issue  If your little one develops a fever, you call the pediatrician. If she breaks an arm or sprains an ankle, you head to the orthopedist. But when your child is struggling with anxiety or acting out with worrisome behavior…
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It's time for the 2023-2024 School Year! School is back in session, and you and your family will be ready, with help from Queens Public Library!   Back-to-School Guide QPL is here for kids, parents, caregivers, and educators with our extensive Back-to-School Guide in…
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QPL's Teen Committee has come up with these great steps to help you make the most of your upcoming school year. Don't miss the Grand Reopening of QPL's newly renovated Teen Centers, and the debut of our new Teen Center at Long Island City Library, starting Tuesday, September 12…
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When we think of communication, we might think just of words. It turns out that communication is far more complex than just language, and also involves connection and listening. Understanding all three of these elements can help you communicate in more effective ways, and better…
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Your children’s sleep schedules often get off track during the summer with vacations, camp, and sunlight lasting late into the evening. All of this can lead to trouble sleeping when it’s time to return to a structured schedule at the start of the school year. The benefits of a…
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