Staying home for spring break? Use these tips to create a “Break-Time Bucket List” that will challenge your family to expand their horizons!
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Looking to put some “spring” into your home cooking routine? We asked the head chef at a kids’ cooking school to share handy tips and a delicious kid-friendly spring break recipe. By Wendy Chou Cooking for kids can feel like a thankless task. When kids reject new foods and haven’t got a clue how much […]
Written by Sarah Antrim It’s happened. School breaks are here, the time your children have been waiting so anxiously for since their return back to school in the first place, until the boredom hits. “Mom, I’m BORED!” Here’s some fun ideas on how to have a mini “stay-cation” with kids on all their school breaks, […]
The new normal adjustments continue with ongoing schedule disruptions and social isolation quarantines. Let’s look ahead to the new year for new ways your kids can prioritize their health, education and mindfulness. Because managing physical and mental are more important than ever, these super simple new year’s resolutions for kids will surely inspire a year […]
Find boredom busters your kids can do at their own pace. Anytime, anywhere. These winter-themed activities are all accompanied by videos for kids to independently learn on their own using ActivityHero On-Demand. From 10 minute projects to longer 160 minute adventures, take your pick. 1. Discover Christmas S.T.E.M. Where S.T.E.M. (or Science. Technology. Engineering. Mathematics.) […]
Having a hard time finding child care during school holidays? Here are five activities to consider. By Anita Sharma It is that time of year again, when lots of school breaks suddenly happen back to back. For kids it’s exciting they do not have go to school or do homework for a short period of […]
The best Bay Area camps & activities for kids during school holidays – including Veterans Day, Thanksgiving & Winter Break!
The best classes, camps & activities for kids during school holidays – including Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Winter Break & more.
The best online classes & activities for kids to fill gaps during school holidays: Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Winter Break & more.
Can you think of a better way for your kid to spend time than learning how to not only ride, but also take care of 600-pound animal, while also bonding with other like-minded children and learning their way around a barn? The Bay Area offers multiple opportunities, both camps and training programs, that will inspire […]
Social distancing remains present in our new normal. As we head into the holiday season, let’s strike a balance between safely revisiting older favorite customs and finding new family traditions this Halloween. Written by Sarah Antrim Halloween means a lot of things: carving pumpkins, decorating the house, dressing up. But for kids, Halloween means one […]
Stress and anxiety is common for both children and adults. Butterflies before a piano recital or feeling nervous about a big test is a normal reaction to a stressful situation or event. As parents, we can’t eliminate stress in our children’s lives – only teach them how to manage it. Triggers that can cause stress […]
(Pandemic Edition) As we all continue to adjust to an ever-evolving new normal, surviving a back to school season in the time of a pandemic, remains challenging. From experiencing unexpected school quarantines (e.g. a student in your kid’s class tests positive for COVID-19) to being waitlisted for after school extended care and all the driving […]
Fall Activity Guide for 2021: Kids After-School and Weekend Classes in San Francisco & Marin, CA
The seasonal change from summer to fall for you and your family can be overwhelming. Here are some quick tips to help make the transitional period more smooth (and even a little fun) for everyone. 1. Bike, walk, or scooter to school. If you live nearby, beat the morning traffic by walking, biking, or scootering […]