Family-Friendly Indy 500 Fun
Buckle up, folks, the Indy 500 is almost here! And did you know? Not only is it the biggest auto race in the entire country—it’s the biggest single-day sporting event in the entire WORLD. No wonder the whole city goes bananas for racecars this month. And as you might imagine, there’s lots you can do […]
Help Your Kids Get Organized and Clear a Path to Success
The wise Benjamin Franklin famously said, “For every minute you spend organizing, an hour is earned.” Being organized allows you to stay focused, make the most of your efforts, and pave the way to success. With that in mind, this article offers nine simple tips to help your kids get organized! Create designated spots for […]
Discovering Women’s History: A Reading List for Kids
Happy Women’s History Month! As kids, most of us have the same basic dream—we hope to grow up and find our place in the world, making a difference where we can. But until relatively recently, women weren’t always allowed to do that. Women have had to fight for some of the most basic rights that […]
Discovering Black History: A Reading List for Kids
Happy Black History Month! While it’s important to celebrate Black achievements year-round, February is an extra special time to celebrate the stories, achievements, and voices of Black people throughout history. It’s also the perfect chance to introduce your kids to entertaining and inspiring books that will help them learn more about Black history and the […]
The Story Behind Martin Luther King Jr. Day
It’s always great to have a day off of school or work, and we have one coming up this month! You’ve almost certainly heard of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and know a little about why he’s so important. But why do we get a whole day off just to celebrate him and his accomplishments? […]
What Celebrations Make up the Holiday Season?
The holiday season is officially in full swing. But which holidays are we talking about? Christmas tends to get most of the attention this time of year, but there are a few other cultural celebrations that deserve the spotlight, too. So, this month we decided to give them the attention they deserve! Do you celebrate […]
A Brief Introduction to Native American Heritage Month
Did you know that humans have lived in North and South America for between 20,000-30,000 years? People who are descended from those first inhabitants are known as Native Americans, or sometimes American Indians, First Americans, or Indigenous Americans. And almost 10 million Native Americans live in the U.S. today! But a lot of people still […]
A Family’s Guide to Fire Safety
Unfortunately, somewhere in the United States, a house fire just started. And by the time you’re done reading this article, another house fire will have started. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, a house fire starts every 88 seconds. They’re very common, and they can be devastating. But, thankfully, they’re also very preventable. In […]