In these classic books, exceptional illustrations and simple, clear words make these books burst with information about the natural world. After reading one of these classics, take your kids on […]
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Reducing Plastic Pollution in the North State
Bottle refill station for famous Mt. Shasta water In October, Mt. Shasta’s Parker Plaza will be home to a new drinking fountain and water bottle refill station. Community members and […]
What We Talk About When We Talk About Zero Waste
Is zero waste possible? Before answering that question, let’s start with the goal of zero waste, which is to prevent waste from entering landfills, incinerators, and the natural environment. Every […]
Lasting Benefits of Sports for Kids
Parents want their kids to have an active and healthy lifestyle, and many sign them up for sports hoping to help them develop healthy lifelong habits and a love for […]
Top Picks for Family-friendly Cycling
BUTTE COUNTY Bidwell Park; Chico 3,670-acre park offers miles of trails through Upper and Lower Bidwell Park. Choose an easy lower loop and stop at a few different playgrounds. Map: […]
Rock Climbing Basics In The North State
Rock climbing is a growing sport in the US and with its introduction at the 2020/2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo is now a major competitive sport. But many people also […]
Food and Drinks To Keep Your Kids Balanced and Calm
We are what we eat, and what we eat can either trigger or ease anxiety. With so many stressors that our children face on a daily basis—from homework to busy […]
Smart Produce Shopping — Look for the Clean 15 & Avoid the Dirty Dozen
Smart Produce Shopping — Look for the Clean 15 & Avoid the Dirty Dozen The Environmental Working Group has released its annual Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists of fresh […]
Best Zero-Waste Shopping
Here in temperate Northern California, we can buy unpackaged local fruit and vegetables year-round at our outdoor farmers’ markets; some of our bulk stores actually encourage shoppers to bring their […]
Talking to Boys About Body Image and Disordered Eating
When Kristine Strange talks about fitness with her two school-age sons, she’s careful to focus on effort, rather than physical appearance. “We talk about how strong our bodies are and […]
How To Be A Fitness Role Model To Your Kids
Our children look up to us for guidance on everything in life, even if we don’t realize it. One way that you can be a positive role model to your […]
What Kids Need To Know About Money
American parents are talking to their kids about money—but kids may not be getting the message. While 63 percent of parents report talking to their young children about financial concepts like budgeting […]
Surviving and Thriving on a Single Income
Life is expensive. Life with kids is even more expensive. According to Pew Research, 31 percent of families live on a single income. Although many families make the choice, others […]
