Play and Learn

Last week, my kids and I walked through the doors of the California Academy of Sciences for the first time in eight months. My kids were bubbling over, too excited to decide where they wanted to go first. “Let's...

As February approaches, the buzz of the holidays is no longer in the air. The last decorations have been stored away, and the silence is deafening because the kids are back in school; I have found myself thinking about...

I think it is fair to say that our education system as we knew it is no longer good enough. Many researchers and educators have been saying this for years, but it has taken a pandemic for more eyes...

Indigenous Peoples' Day, celebrated on the second Monday in October, offers a meaningful opportunity to honor and acknowledge Indigenous peoples' history, culture, and contributions. When considering how kids' yoga can be integrated into the recognition of Indigenous Peoples' Day, several connections...

Looking for some eco-friendly craft projects? We have some from Sandy Sandler that we want to share with you. If you do them with your children, be sure to send us pictures! How to Turn Natural Leaf Rubbings into an...

Invest in the child’s future. One really cool app I have for my son is called Stockpile.  They let kids buy and sell stock and the minimum purchase a child needs to buy stock is $1!  Best of all...

Marching into Women's History Month, this is a time to honor the indomitable spirit, achievements, and contributions of women throughout history and in modern society. It's also a time to empower the next generation, including young girls, to recognize...

The one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 lockdown is coming up, and children have become restless. Although some of them have gone back to in-person classes, a large number of students continue to do remote learning. Most after-class activities have...

Interactive memory activities play a crucial role in occupational therapy for children, helping to develop essential cognitive skills and improve daily functioning. These engaging exercises not only enhance memory but also support executive function, attention, and visual processing abilities....

Looking for some eco-friendly craft projects? We have some from Sandy Sandler that we want to share with you. If you do them with your children, be sure to send us pictures! How to Make the Perfect Autumn Acorn Pom-pom...