A lot of research has been conducted on the subject of exercise and how it affects mood in adults, and it has been shown that exercise helps reduce stress and leads to better sleep and weight management. But what about kids? How does exercise affect their mood? In this article, we will look at the research to see how exercise can improve mood in children and help them develop healthy … [Read more...]
Fun Summer Activities and Ideas to Keep Your Kids Busy
With the summer approaching, many parents are wondering how the COVID-19 pandemic will affect their children's summer plans. USA Today reports that many summer camps have canceled their 2020 season due to safety concerns. Traditional summertime activities such as sleepovers, visiting the library, setting up a lemonade stand, visiting a children’s museum, swimming at the community pool, and … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids the Dark Can Be Fun (and Not Scary)
The darkness of night changes the natural world into something different; for some children, it is a time of excitement and discovery but for others, it is sinister and scary. However, darkness itself is not something to be feared- and by helping children to discover the mysteries of the night, they might come to enjoy all the adventures it has to offer. Fun Activities to Play in the … [Read more...]