With all the time we’ve spent at home, spending time outdoors is an important way to connect with your loved ones and with nature. Composting is a great opportunity to teach your kids about reducing waste in an eco-friendly fashion and create a healthier environment for your plants.
Read MoreFinding fun things for kids to do at home can be difficult, especially when it’s too cold or wet to spend time outside. If you’ve been spending extra time at home over the past year, it might feel like you’ve run out of ideas to keep your kids entertained. They can get hours of fun out of even the most simple activities – like building pillow forts!
Read MoreParents know that classroom instruction is only part of the equation when it comes to kids’ education. Expanding their knowledge and skills extends into everyday life – but coming up with ways to encourage and challenge your children can be tough. Try these tactics for engaging kids in academic subjects using real-world experiences, smart tools, and some sneaky strategies.
Read MoreStarting your children young on financial literacy doesn’t mean you’ll have to give them a crash
course on stock markets and whatnot. You can start with the basics of money.
Read MoreIt’s never too early to start reading to your kids, but parents may be unaware of the many wonderful options available to them. No matter your personal tastes or subject matter you want to share with your baby. Perhaps it’s your love of a hobby, animals, or silly books that are also educational there is something for nearly everyone. Read on for some of our favorite board books.
Read MoreNumerous studies have shown that music supports brain development in babies and children. As a result, there are a variety of baby music classes that have developed to tap into these benefits. We understand that it can be time-consuming or difficult to sort through all the options. In today’s blog, we are talking about three highly rated baby music classes available in San Francisco.
Read MoreEvery summer, many people put aside their work to escape on a vacation, somewhere far away from reality. It may be a secluded retreat in the mountains, a camping trip with the kids or an arranged tour in another country. However, with the pandemic this isn’t possible. So we have some tips for making the best of the situation and creating cherished vacation memories without ever leaving home. It’s called a staycation.
Read MoreEarly childhood and music education are a near-perfect pair; using their voices and bodies to create song comes naturally to tots, who are eager to express themselves and experiment with new ways to create sound.
Read MoreAre your kids interested in the deep blue? While they learn about the three layers of the ocean, imagine relaxing in a beach chair listening to the waves crashing. Camping is not only an affordable way to have plenty of family fun, but it’s also a chance for your kids to explore nature and learn about their surroundings.
Read MoreTeaching your children how to read at a young age can seem daunting. But we have provided four practical steps that will not only give you a jump start on their training but will equip you to succeed in the endeavor.
Read MoreIt’s no secret that times are tough right now. Around the world, families are struggling to adapt to the “new normal”. During this time, it’s important to find ways to enjoy time spent with your family at home and bond as a unit.
Read MoreThe New Year brings a fresh start and an opportunity to practice resolution-setting with little ones. While there is no “right way” to teach your children how to set personal goals, a great idea is to encourage them to be a kinder person and friend! That is why this week, we are sharing FTD’s kindness calendars on our blog. Print them out and stick them on your fridge for an easy and fun way to remind your littles to practice kindness.
Read MoreTraveling by car full of kids can be tough, from having enough snacks to keeping the kids entertained. Get prepared for the chaos by putting together travel activity binders for the kids! Pack them full of coloring pages, educational activities and more! Check out the link to 28 free printable activities!
Read MoreSan Francisco has a lot to offer from food to music to art! It can be overwhelming for someone who is seemingly unfamiliar with the city. Therefore, we put together this handy guide of educational activities that are not only fun for the kids but parents will enjoy them too!
Read MoreThe benefits of Sign Language are endless. Therefore, teaching your infant basic Sign Language skills will further their development and allow them to communicate more efficiently. Read this weeks blog for more information and resources aimed to help your infant learn Sign Language.
Read MoreAs summer begins to come to a close many of us are busy squeezing in our last bit of fun before the kids go back to school. Planning a camping trip is far easier than planning out a full itinerary worth of activities within the city! Camping allows kids to let their imaginations run free, add to the fun with these camping printables that will also better prepare your kids for back to school!
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