The Week of the Young Child, April 1-7 this year, is an annual event sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. It’s a time to focus […]
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Little Bits to Know
The North State is full of fun services to make raising your young child even sweeter. Here are four happening places that are ready to brighten your lives this spring. […]
Shelly Blakely – Part of a Team to Make the World Better
Every student deserves the best education they can get,” says Shelly Blakely. “Kids and parents need options.” This motto led Shelly to serve as a key player in establishing Golden […]
In Wonder Of The Natural World
When I was a new parent, I remember the sense of wonder in my children’s’ eyes as they learned about the natural world around them. A budding flower with the […]
Boy Scouts of America — Teaching Leadership And Giving Back To The Community Since 1910
Early Saturday morning, just as the sun rises, a small group of 10-17-year-old Boy Scouts meet in a school parking lot, dressed in their uniforms, packed, and ready to set […]
Who Knew My Teen Pulling Away Would Hurt My Heart This Much
I heard parents with older kids talk about it. I listened to my older sister vent about how much she missed her kids even though they slept right down the […]
Girl Scouts of the United States of America – Making a Big Impact on Their Communities
Girl Scouts can make a difference in their community in many ways: whether it’s a sustainable large-scale Gold Award Project or a one-time pet food drive, every moment girls spend […]
Volunteer Opportunities For Kids Outside In Nature
Both volunteer work and spending time in nature have been scientifically proven to increase happiness and improve mood, so why not combine these ideas by participating in outdoor community service projects as a family that […]
Surprising Things I Learned After Sending My Child to Camp
I knew certain things about sending my kids to camp. I knew they would spend a lot of time outside and they would try new things. I was thrilled they […]
Wings of Eagles, Wings of Angels — Safety Nets For Families of Seriously Ill Children
When a family faces the challenge of caring for a seriously ill child, many emotional, physical, and financial stresses are involved. This type of strain can have lasting effects on […]
Yes She Can Inc. Empowers Teen Girls on the Autism Spectrum
Teenager Isabelle Madfis lights up when she talks about her passion for American Girl dolls. She knows the backstories of most of the dolls and serves as an expert-in-residence at […]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – Practicing The Three Rs as a Family
We are all familiar with images of sea life strangling in discarded fishing nets, plastic bobbing on ocean waves, small mammals with their heads caught in disposed but not biodegradable […]
A Focus On Nature Is Changing Therapy For Kids
Join me on a dog walk,” I said to my kids one afternoon. They sighed as if I had suggested they spend the day memorizing the library’s card catalogue system. But their moods lightened […]
What’s So Essential About Omegas?
You’ve probably heard a lot about the importance of getting enough Omega-3 and Omega-6 in your diet. But what are they, really? And why are they important? It’s time to […]
La Leche League USA – Helping Parents Learn About Successful Breastfeeding
La Leche League USA (lllusa.org) is an important part of the international La Leche League, which helps mothers all over the world as they navigate the journey of successful breastfeeding […]