By Shnieka Johnson, museum educator, curriculum designer and independent consultant specializing in museums and schools Physical education, team sports, and everyday activity are a beneficial part of your child’s development, both physically and psychologically. Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for overall health, and it is a well-documented problem for American children. The American Heart Association […]
Tag: Activities
There are so many activities associated with motherhood – both for mom and baby. Being a mom is wonderful and complex, miraculous at difficult, frustrating and fun – sometimes all at the same time. Our articles discuss not only activities associated with your role as a parent – and tips on rockin them – but also provide plenty of things for you and your littles to do. If you’re looking for events in NY for kids, check out our events page.
ABC…1-2-3…Don’t Forget, Do-Re-Mi!
The Importance of Quality Early Childhood Music Learning By Dr. Patsy E. Johnson, Curriculum Expert for the Music Intelligence Project Music learning is so beneficial to a young child’s development both musically and intellectually, one should considered it a must have learning experience for your child. No other learning activity engages so many senses, interconnects […]
Extracurricular Activities
By Sarah E. Visbeek, author of In the Trenches of Mommyhood In my Trenches, we have a strict family rule that we have managed to stick to (thus far!) regarding extracurricular activities and that is: One Activity Per Child Per Season. ONE. And only one. This just seems to work for my family. And here’s why: […]
Playground Etiquette
By Sarah Swymer of NYCParkHopper.com and SarahPoppins.com The New York City Parks Department posts a set of rules and regulations outside of each playground. The rules include “footwear must be worn at all times” and “no adults without the accompaniment of a child,” etc. These rules are thorough and useful and even if your little one can’t […]
Selecting Extracurricular Activities for Your Child
By Shnieka Johnson, museum educator, curriculum designer and independent consultant specializing in museums and schools Like many parents, the academic success of my child is a top priority (even though he is just a toddler). However, I know that my son is creative and active, and that his happiness and aspirations will likely depend upon his involvement […]
Class Birthday Parties
By Sarah E. Visbeek, author of In the Trenches of Mommyhood A new school year brings new classmates, which means new friends. Which means a new batch of birthday party invitations. With three school-age children, I am no stranger to this phenomenon. My boys probably receive at least two party invitations a month. That’s a lot […]
Arts and Crafts at Home- No Need to Be Scared!
By Shnieka Johnson, museum educator, curriculum designer and independent consultant specializing in museums and schools Helping your child explore their inner artist is one of the best things a parent can provide, and it does not require a field trip or an expensive class. Crafting and making art at home can be just as enjoyable and educational. […]
Business Basics: Creating a Routine is Key to Work-at-Home Survival!
By Jennifer Goldberg, mom, writer & editor of The Cultured Bohemian Now that your baby is not a newborn anymore and you have most probably gotten your schedules down, you are ready to move your business forward. You may be already back to work in an office and have gotten used to getting both of you […]