Spring is in full swing and there is much to celebrate this month. Did you know May is a month to discover several special days? In the United States, we celebrate our amazing moms on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 9. International Day of Families is Saturday, May 15. This day, proclaimed by the United Nations, provides …
String figures are patterns made by weaving string between your hands (and even feet and mouth!). You may have heard of Cat’s Cradle, but you may not know that this art form has been around for a long time. In fact, many cultures around the world practiced string figures either for amusement, religious meanings, magic, …
El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, culminates on April 30 and celebrates children, families, and reading. Día is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. The American Library Association uses this celebration as a commitment to …
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Brain Breaks are short activities, often only 1-3 minutes long, that help kids get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand. They often involve physical activity and movement though relaxing activities can also boost mental brain power. So in addition to encouraging your kids to participate in these fun breaks, join the kiddos and …
Brain Breaks are short activities, often only 1-3 minutes long, that help kids get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand. They often involve physical activity and movement though relaxing activities can also boost mental brain power. So, in addition to encouraging your kids to participate in these fun breaks, join the kiddos …