When introducing a new type of learning to young children, it can be helpful to find programs that make it fun. Providing opportunities that combine creativity and exploration with hands-on problem solving help build confidence, independence, communication skills, and lasting friendships.

The end of the school year always brings a flurry of activities and events that pull children in different directions both physically and mentally, easily causing them to feel overwhelmed. Some simple structure and planning can make the biggest difference to help ease these feelings of distress.

Friendships can be a complex world to navigate for young children. Eileen Kennedy-Moore’s Growing Friendships is an excellent resource that can help guide important social skills in maintaining lasting friendships.

Summer camps provide a great way for children to develop social skills outside of the classroom, engage in hands-on activities, and be a kid and play.

The outdoors is a natural source of education both physically and mentally for young children and adults alike.

A review of SLOMOO Institute in Los Angeles.

Managing screen time with young children and the importance of setting boundaries.

Conflict is a part of growing up so it’s important to provide your kids with tools and practices to help them work through these sometimes unpleasant situations.

A review of iD Tech Camps at the Stanford University campus.