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Cheese boxes, sink ships, Papperlapapp and town, country & more. The templates for these games are now available to download free of charge. Have fun with them!

The summer vacations are just around the corner, and children in particular are really looking forward to them! For many parents, however, the vacation period poses a logistical challenge, as childcare times have to be guaranteed. In NRW, there are numerous and varied offers for vacation childcare. These take the pressure off parents and children have great fun doing things together with other children. Organizing childcare times early on relaxes the whole family and contributes to a successful vacation season - for children and parents alike.

Action day of the family associations: From May 7 to June 18, 2023, the NRW State Working Group for Families and its 11 associations will be holding a number of interesting events. The topic of family diversity will be explored from different perspectives at family festivals, talks, photo exhibitions, (digital) events and film screenings. You can find out what, when and where at www.lagf-nrw.de

But a little surprise every now and then makes them curious about the snack in the bread box. A healthy breakfast during the school break is important for your child's energy and concentration in class. Find out how parents can ensure variety in the lunch box and which healthy foods should not be missing.

In these and many other cases, a consultation with a school psychologist can help. Find out when to contact the school psychology service and how the trained specialists can make everyday school life easier for your child.

Sometimes school can be quite stressful. A full timetable, homework and upcoming performance tests can be stressful for children and parents alike. How can school stress be recognized and how can parents best react to it? These 10 tips will help take the pressure off and successfully master the school day.

Tanja Honka from the State Office for School Pedagogy and School Psychological Crisis Management explains in an interview how parents can recognize typical signs of bullying and gives practical tips on how to deal with this situation. Read how you can help your child and where you can find support.

Being a parent is a turbulent job with a high workload alongside your career. The daily balancing act is a challenge for many parents. Do you sometimes wonder how you can organize your everyday life even better to avoid stress? In this article, you will find valuable tips on everything from time planning and setting priorities to saying goodbye to perfectionism. Have a read right now.

The new nora app from the federal states makes a "silent" emergency call possible. The free app allows you to contact the police, fire department and rescue service control centers directly in dangerous situations. The most important information can be sent with the help of symbols, short texts and simple user guidance. You can find detailed information and a video about the nora app on the police's "AKTION-TU-WAS" landing page.

Many people face the challenge of combining their career with caring for relatives. The new state program aims to improve the compatibility of work and care and contribute to securing skilled workers by maintaining employment. You can find more information on the website of the NRW Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs.