What Are the Benefits of Having Hobbies?
January is National Hobby Month, so we’re celebrating all the good that having hobbies can do for your child! According to Merriam-Webster, a hobby is “a pursuit outside one’s regular occupation engaged in especially for relaxation,” or, in other words, something you do outside of school or work that’s relaxing. Common hobbies for kids today […]
How to Talk to Kids About Difficult Subjects: Mental Health
The holidays are here, which can be a time of great happiness, but can also be a time when mental health issues like depression and anxiety can spike for many people—including children. Your child might seem more withdrawn, have less energy, have difficulties with their routine tasks, or have been worrying more, which are all […]
What is Daylight Saving Time?
You may have heard people talking about “falling back” this past weekend for Daylight Saving Time, but what does that mean exactly? During the fall and winter, our clocks are set in what’s called “Standard Time.” But in the spring, many countries around the world, including the US, change their clocks and set them ahead […]
How to Talk to Kids About Difficult Subjects: Puberty
One of the greatest joys of parenthood is explaining how different things work to your kids—and one of the greatest difficulties of parenthood can be that same thing. For example, how do you talk to your child about going through puberty, or about grieving when a loved one dies? Fortunately, you don’t have to tackle […]
Fun, Educational Games for Your Next Family Game Night
It’s time for Family Game Night! Deciding what game to play can take almost as long as playing the game itself, and making sure that you’re picking a game that’s fun but also educational can feel near impossible. Fortunately, we’ve got a whole list of board and card games that are sure to be a […]
Make a Big Difference: Get Involved in Your Kid’s Education
While classroom environments and teaching styles are constantly changing with the adoption and inclusion of new technology, there’s one key factor to a kid’s success in school that hasn’t changed: having a parent (or parents) involved in their education. But what exactly does it mean for you as a parent to be involved in your […]
Help Your Kids Scroll Safely Online
The internet can be a wonderful thing—it’s a never-ending source of education, entertainment, and connection with others. But as amazing as the internet is, the fact that it’s so widespread can also make it difficult for kids to use the internet and platforms like social media safely. That’s why we’re sharing some of our top […]
Check Out Indy’s Green Spaces This Summer With Indy Parks
It’s summertime, which means longer days, warmer weather, and spending as much time outside as possible! But living in a city like Indianapolis means that stepping outside doesn’t always result in being immediately surrounded by nature and greenery. The good news is that Indianapolis has Indy Parks, an organization that provides Indy residents and visitors […]