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Share your love with your family. Try this month's tips and say “I Love You” in brand new ways!

Wednesday 1 A big grin or friendly wink is a great way to say “I love you.”

Thursday 2 Today is Groundhog Day! Discover info and fun activities at www.groundhog.org.

Friday 3 February is Black History Month Tell your children about the contributions of African Americans like Arthur Ashe, Thurgood Marshall, Colin Powell and Maya Angelou.

Saturday 4 Plan at least one fun event to share with your kids every week.

Sunday 5 Use lots of smiles and laughter to communicate with your baby.

Monday 6 Your loving words reinforce positive feelings children have about themselves.

Tuesday 7 A hug or pat on the back communicates your love for your child.

Wednesday 8 Boy Scouts Founded in 1910 "To help others at all times" is part of the Scout oath. Encourage your son to look into scouting adventures at www.scouting.org.

Thursday 9 Your children are never too old to be told they are loved.

Friday 10 Laugh at your children's jokes and let them know you enjoy their sense of humor.

Saturday 11 For cozy fun on a blustery day, make popcorn and snuggle up to watch a favorite movie together.

Sunday 12 A simple treat like blueberry pancakes can make weekend breakfasts really special.

Monday 13 Warm and loving interactions, like hugging and singing, help young children feel safe and secure.

Tuesday 14 Valentine's Day Today, and every day, share these words with your family: I love you.

Wednesday 15 A loving message tucked in your child's lunchbox will brighten his or her day!

Thursday 16 Always greet your child with a smile.

Friday 17 Today, tell your children they mean the world to you.

Saturday 18 Support your children's activities and be there to cheer them on.

Sunday 19 Make family mealtimes a time to share your thoughts of appreciation and love.

Monday 20 Presidents' Day Teach your kids about the admirable qualities of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and other presidents of the U.S.A.

Tuesday 21 Children know you care when you express love through your words, gestures and tone of voice.

Wednesday 22 Hug your child every day.

Thursday 23 Let your children know you're proud to be their Mom or Dad.

Friday 24 Cuddle up with a book at bedtime. Reading to your child is a soothing way for you both to end the day.

Saturday 25 One of the joys of being a parent is just having fun with your kids.

Sunday 26 Take a few minutes today to think about everything you love and cherish about your family.

Monday 27 Today, tell each of your children why they're special to you.

Tuesday 28 Children know you care when you love them just for being themselves.

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