Young children like to be active. Getting their hands on and into things, moving their bodies, and just getting up and out of their seats are all natural and engaging things that kids want to do both at home and in school. So as effective teachers, the more we tap into that inclination...
Active Indoor Activities Spending a day indoors means that your space is limited, which can often lead to restless kids with lots of energy, but nowhere to use it up. That’s why we’ve listed some of the best indoor activities for kids that help to keep them active, improve their gross...
The Best Ideas for Kids/Crafting Cheerfully Kids have a reputation for being over-scheduled, but even the ones with the busiest calendars still find themselves faced with stretches of downtime. When those empty hours strike, it can be tempting for them to run to the nearest adult and just ...
10 Fun Activities for Active Adults in Charlotte Originally established before the Revolutionary War, Charlotte, North Carolina, grew into a vibrant, bustling city while maintaining a small-town feel. Whether you like to spend your free time outdoors or gazing at art, there's something in this ...
For the last few weeks, we’ve been talking about ways to get kids moving. While good options for fitness are nearly endless, playgrounds are still at the top of the… Read more » Tags: icarus • viking swing • children • children outdoor activities • exercise • fitness ...
Limiting screen time and keeping the kids active. It’s pretty easy to do living at the beach. But I still like to have a backup plan. That is why I put together this list of 100 almost free or free summer activities for kids. This summer bucket list includes summer crafts, games, ...
A good activity for young kids. Get some pieces of A3 paper and draw a large circle on each one. Pin the circles on different walls in the classroom. Model the activity: Say “Blue”, take a blue crayon, walk over to one circle and color a small part of the circle. Do this for ...
kids hop into a dry bathtub with their swimsuit on. Add a bowl of warm water, a giant pile of shaving foam, and some toys. (Kids under 5 will need supervision.) Afterward, turn on the faucet and rinse it all away. —Lizzie Assa, founder of the Instagram account@theworkspacefor...
Activities and ideas for raising smart active kids. Try Instant Detective Game for Free I want all kids to get a chance to try Instant Detective Game. It is an old school style game, where kids are moving, thinking, socializing, problem solving and strategizing. If you see 4 or more bore...
active at the same time. Structure activities so that each student has a task to do and shy children can’t avoid participating. For example, break into groups of at least four children and have each child introduce himself to the other students in the group. The child should say hello, ...