CONTENTS
NOVEMBER 2019
ON THE COVER
Preschool years = pre-reading years. Page 40
Westminster School Students
Photo by David Stuck
FEATURES DEPARTMENTS
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40 DAILY GRATITUDE
Families can fi nd ways to feel thankful long after
Thanksgiving is over.

SLICE AND SERVE
Pass the pie and these stories of business
success from four sweet family shops.

CHOOSING CHILD CARE
Here’s our anxiety-proof checklist.

RAISE A READER
Preschool is a great time to start pre-reading fun
with your little learner.

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CALENDAR DMV FUN
Turkey Trots in our area
GOOD EATS
Holiday favorites, including breakfast
SCHOOL NOTES
Your child’s study personality
BOOKMARKED Books worth giving
HEALTHY FAMILY
Looking toward good eye health
LAST WORD
Peaceful home, peaceful family
GUIDES READERS’ RESPONSES
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