Festive Fireplaces 2021
Click to Order This holiday season, let New Canaan CARES and our florist partners decorate your holiday mantle. Simply order for yourself or send as a gift, and the florist
Resources
Our resources are intended to make your journey as a parent, caregiver, teacher, or friend, as smooth as possible.
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Puberty
Drug Prevention
Start off the School Year With Our Smart Start Tips!
Helpful Hints When Starting Middle School
The Big 3 Smart Starts for Elementary School
5th Grade Smart Start
Homework Hints to Start The Year
Meaningful Opportunities to Volunteer as a Family
Keeping Your Kids Safe Online/Family Tech Plan
Understanding the Teen Brain
Parenting Through Societal Pressures
Empowering your Preschooler
Get The Most Out of Parent - Teacher Conferences
Connecting Nutrition and Health
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Celebration Centerpieces 2021
THE ONLINE STORE IS NOW CLOSED Earth Garden is supporting New Canaan CARES and our community this Thanksgiving with Celebration Centerpieces. This is an opportunity to show someone that you
The 20th Anniversary of 9/11
This week we recognize the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, remember those we lost and come beside those who loved them. We’ve put together a short guide to help
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“I keep my CARES handouts posted to my pantry wall, and with each child, I go back to the basics (i.e, the 24 hour rule, avoid being your child’s best friend, resist the urge to rescue, and many more). These nuggets have provided a sense of security and sanity through many challenging moments of childrearing.”