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other’s Day only comes once a year, but the
love between mother and child is present
year-round. In this issue, we hear from two
single mothers who learned they can share that love
even more when they have the support of a community
and each other.

Their story about connection in motherhood will
warm the heart of any mother. Take some time to bond
with your child through our Mommy and Me craft.

In addition to mothers, we also celebrate the role
models our children see every day in the classroom for
Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8-12). Get to know
them in our featured Q&A!
It’s also important to not just celebrate but raise
awareness about important topics. We refl ect on
National Foster Care Month in May with a feature high-
lighting an overburdened system. And we look at how
we can support everyday awareness for sensory sen-
sitivities through a story on neurodivergent-friendly
salons and barbers.

As we look ahead to summer, we also wanted to
share some summer travel safety and epic party tips.

Contributing writer Cheryl Maguire reveals a family
secret for creating the best birthdays on a budget!
For our pets theme this month, a special needs cat
teaches important lessons about diff erences in our My
Turn. The theme continues with events and activities
you can do with your pets and books about every kind
of pet you could imagine!
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