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FEATURES 30 THE RISE OF THERAPY KIDS
ON THE COVER Janori is a fun-loving eight-year-old who loves basketball, video games and hanging out with his little brother, Michael. He’s a huge Michael Jackson fan and loves listening to and imitating him. He also loves watching CoryxKenshin on YouTube and listening to “phonk” music. Janori is a big Spider-Man fan, especially Miles Morales, and can’t wait for the next Spider-Verse movie. He’s also a big fan of broccoli! When he’s not playing or having fun, Janori is busy being a great student in third grade.
Helping kids navigate emotions with professional guidance.
32 QUESTIONS KIDS SHOULD ASK THEIR GRANDPARENTS (WHILE THEY STILL CAN)
Enjoy this trip down memory lane with grandma and grandpa.
34 AUTUMN HARVEST
COVER PHOTO BY FOTO ARTS PHOTOGRAPHY
The benefits of seasonal cooking.
38 WHY BABIES GET SICK
MORE IN SEPTEMBER (AND WHY IT’S USUALLY NORMAL) Why fall brings more sniffles, coughs, and fevers.
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40 TALKING ABOUT
SUICIDE WITH KIDS Creating hope through honest conversations about suicide.
DEPARTMENTS 6 CONNECT WITH METROFAMILY Our top seasonal resources, all in one place. 10 NEW & NOW OKC’s latest community highlights. 16 LOCAL FAMILY FUN Fall fun to enjoy this season.. 18 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Fall fun and more for families. EXPLORING OKLAHOMA WITH CHILDREN The best weekends aren’t always the busiest.
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46 LAST LOOK
Simple ways to keep the family happy and healthy this fall.
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