According to Jen Nilsson on her blog about grief, “Lens of Jen,” the single best thing you can do when offering comfort is to SHOW UP. “Whatever you do,” Jen says, […]
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Taking a Bite out of the Sandwich Generation
You may have heard of the Sandwich Generation, but you may be wondering what it is and if you are a part of it. Simply put, those in the Sandwich […]
Follow the Leader: 9 Ways to Instill Leadership Qualities in Children
Children who have well developed leadership skills are more confident, responsible and push themselves to their full potential. Leadership helps them develop better and more creative coping skills when it […]
Homework Help: 15 Ways to Support Your Child
Let’s be honest – sometimes parents dread homework as much as their kids do. But homework connects parents to what their children are learning in school and research shows that […]
Help Your Child Build a Strong Foundation for Learning
Do you have a school age child who is struggling to learn to read or an older child with learning difficulties? Do you or your child find it difficult to […]
More Than What It Seams: What Your Child Could Gain from Learning to Sew
When I went to middle and high school, (many years ago when dinosaurs roamed the Earth), public schools offered not just home economics classes but actual sewing classes. I even […]
Growing With Art
An art classroom can be a safe place for self-expression as well as a place where layers of learning unfold for children of all ages. North State art instructors Jennifer […]
Wildlife Rehabs Help Keep NorCal Landscapes in Balance
Northern California is known for its beautiful landscapes and it’s important to share the land respectfully with the variety of animals who rely on these natural habitats to survive. The […]
Easy, Healthy School Lunches Kids Will Love
It’s that time again . . . let the packed lunches begin (sigh). Within the hustle and bustle of getting your kids out the door in the morning, packing lunches […]
Let’s Get Physical – The Benefits of Biking in the North State
Summer is in full swing and with the kids out of school a lot of parents are looking for ways to direct all that excess energy. The upside of saying […]
Celebrating Native American Culture Youth Style with Supaman September 7
To uplift is to inspire and, in early September, Tehama County Health Services Agency is partnering with Apsáalooke rapper and fancy dancer, Christian Parrish Takes the Gun, professionally known as Supaman, […]
Stay Connected to Nature in The New School Year
Summer is such an enjoyable, relaxing time for children. Yet when school starts up again everyone may feel tense as they go back to super structured lives. Between homework, balancing […]
Swap Screen Time for Tree Time on the New Gateway II Trail System
We are fortunate in this region to have access to the Gateway Trail network, a system of multi-use professionally designed and environmentally sustainable trails adjacent to the community of Mount […]
