CONTENTS April 2026 • Issue 429 in each issue
The Mama Files Community Education Book Corner Dad Next Door
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Thrive Faith
Things to Do Things We Love
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2025–26 Cover Kid Kaiyah P. loves reading, music, animals, and serving in her church community. An active student and leader, she participates in numerous school clubs, co-leads a girls’ book club, competes in national K12 contests, and hopes to attend LSU one day to become a veterinarian.
INVISIBLE HEALTH & CHRONIC CONDITIONS Hear one mother’s journey parenting through invisible illness with resilience, boundaries, and grace. 24 BUILDING INDEPENDENCE BEFORE MOVE-IN DAY Prepare teens for college independence with life skills, emotional strength, money management, and problem-solving. 28 IS COLLEGE THE RIGHT FIT? Help teens discover college and career options to find the best fit for their future. 32 36 FIDGETS: NOT A FAD Why fidgets work, who benefits, and why they’re more than a classroom trend. AUTISM SUPPORT & SERVICES A comprehensive guide to Baton Rouge resources supporting children with diverse needs. 39 50 9 EX-SEEDINGLY FUN PROJECTS YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR KIDS Try these hands-on seed projects featuring gardening, crafts, and outdoor activities to spark creativity.
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APRIL FAMILY BUCKET LIST Fun activities to enjoy this April.
EASTER EVENTS ROUNDUP Hop over to these family-friendly Easter events.
PLANET-FRIENDLY READS Inspiring reads that teach Earth stewardship.
SCREEN-FREE BOREDOM BUSTERS Creative activities to unplug and play.
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