Keep America Beautiful Month

Children need to be taught why they shouldn’t litter. Explain how important it is to put trash in waste receptacles or recycling bins, and encourage them to throw away their own napkins, wrappers etc. in an appropriate manner. You and your little one can also help “Keep America Beautiful” by volunteering to plant flowers at […]

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Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday

In a famous line from Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, he says “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.”   To illustrate Dr. King’s message, […]

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International Youth Day

  The United Nations’ (UN) International Youth Day is celebrated on August 12 each year to recognize efforts of the world’s youth in enhancing global society. It also aims to promote ways to engage them in becoming more actively involved in making positive contributions to their communities.   … some kind of volunteering or donating […]

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Time for Chores

    Can your 2 year old handle helping out around the house? You bet! See our age-by-age guide.   Chores are an integral part of your child’s development. They help him learn to take care of himself and gain a sense of duty. As he grows, household tasks help him practice responsibility and are […]

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