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Free Writing Games To Get Kids Offline
With so many hours devoted to online school, maybe it’s time for some fun and free, writing games. I think of these as “gummy vitamins” of learning to write. Under […]
Ten Places To Host an Outdoor Birthday Party this Season
Every year we have the opportunity to celebrate our family members with a birthday party, but often the who, what, when, where and how of those parties can cause a […]
Public Art – A Rich North State Resource That’s Always Open
Public art is all over the North State and always open to enjoy and spread inspiration. It can tower 50 feet high or be a painting on a sidewalk. Its […]
Art In Any Form Has Lasting Benefits for All Ages
When we think of how children grow through play, that growth encompasses many forms, including sports, games and art. Children naturally love art – painting, drawing, making music, the theater. […]
Reading To Animals – A Fun Way To Help Children Improve Their Reading
Reading is a necessary skill for everyone, but sometimes children can feel overwhelmed with doing it and even more afraid of reading out loud. However, reading to animals can make […]
Animals Offer Lifelong Rewards For Children
In these isolating times of quarantine our children are missing social connection, school contacts and fun outdoor activities. Interactive imagination, communication and companion play is increasingly more precious for our […]
Raising A Resilient Child
There’s a lot of talk about “resilience” these days, but what exactly does the term mean? Generally, resilient people of any age have the ability to bounce back from life […]
Mt Shasta Nordic Center Inspires An Active Winter Lifestyle
Mt. Shasta Nordic Center offers the only groomed cross country ski trails between Bend, OR and Truckee, CA. — a wonderful outdoor space with programs for a diverse population on […]
Blue Oak Equity & Anti-Racism Task Force Reevaluates Curriculum
Racial inequity and historical narratives As a Waldorf school, Blue Oak Charter School in Chico, CA has always relied heavily on historical narratives from around the world to communicate history, […]
Knowing Your Personality Type Can Help You Be A Better Parent
I am a true believer in finding out our personality type so that we can go through life being more self-aware and appreciate why we approach the world in the […]
Fun New Valentine Traditions To Start With Your Family
Valentine’s Day is traditionally a time for couples to express their love for one another, and it is also a great time to show your children how much you love […]
Raising Awareness Of Rare Genetic Conditions
February 28 is World Rare Disease Day. This is an annual observance to raise awareness for the 400 million people worldwide affected by rare diseases. Advanced medical technology and research […]
