screen-life balance
New research found teens and young adults who even briefly cut time on social media gained self-esteem. Try these 5 tips to help them — and yourself — improve screen-life balance. Read more
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day
March 16th is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®. With over 2 million military children in the US, by the time a military child graduates from high school, they may have moved ten or more times and attended anywhere from six to nine different schools. Read more
Kites
Flying kites on a breezy day is a delightful activity for children and adults alike. Kites come in many shapes and sizes, and their different designs allow for different flight maneuvers in the sky. However, the principles of flying a kite are very much the same no matter the design.
good sports
What does it look like for a kid to be driven to excel while remaining gracious in both victory and defeat? Here are three tips for raising good athletes who are also good sports. Read more
Staycations
Staycations let families enjoy school holidays without worrying about budgeting or logistics. From a backyard science camp to a local road trip, here are seven ideas your kids will love. Read more
gifted individuals
Carl Sagan quoted Bertrand Russell: “The development of such gifted individuals required a childhood period in which there was little or no pressure for conformity, a time in which the child could develop and pursue his or her own interests no matter how unusual or bizarre.” Read more
help manage behavior
Adults need to teach kids what to do right, not just punish them for doing wrong. Here are 5 tips to help manage behavior in young children. Read more
Outdoor Afro
In the spirit of the historical Underground Railroad, Outdoor Afro networks throughout the United States with volunteer leaders who guide more than 60,000 people nationwide annually to explore land, water, and wildlife. Read more
school forest initiative
Hardscaped schoolyards present health risks in a warming world. A school forest initiative in California reflects a potential national trend to change the character and function of outdoor spaces. Read more
Bill Michaelis
Bill Michaelis is a leading play advocate who has written, taught, and consulted extensively in the area of play and its applications to creativity, learning development, self-esteem, and healthy living for all age groups.
