Healthy Mind, Healthy Body
12 Ways Teachers Can Build Their Own Resilience
This article outlines the key points from Elena Aguilar’s new book, Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators 2018.
15 Fantastic Ways to Teach Mindfulness to Kids
Studies have shown that children who practice mindfulness will experience better moods and a higher self-esteem. They may perform better academically and have improved social skills, like the ability to…
3-year-old captures hearts, inspires with affirmations: ‘I am smart. I am blessed.’ (Video)
“I am smart. I am blessed. I can do anything,” 3-year-old Ayaan told his mother, Alissa Brielle, who captured the message on her phone. “I am smart. I am blessed.…
6 Must-Watch Tedx Talks to Kick Off the New School Year
Since its creation in 2009, TEDx’s independently organized events continue to be a platform where people from all walks of life can learn and share wisdom on a variety of…
A playground for everyone, no matter your age or ability
When Olenka Villarreal couldn’t find a playground for her daughter, who was born with disabilities, she launched an effort to build one. The Magical Bridge Playground in Palo Alto, California,…
Accessible Playgrounds
An accessible playground means it is as easy as possible for everyone to play, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. Now, more than ever, to meet ADA and due to…
Alliance for Childhood
The Alliance for Childhood promotes policies and practices that support children’s healthy development, love of learning, and joy in living. Our public education campaigns bring to light both the promise…
Benefits of Yoga for Children with Special Needs
An article from the Special Education Advisor.
Best for the Kids
Best for the Kids was launched with a single mission – helping you to never settle for the second-best stuff for your kids. Not only that, our goal is to also make…
California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 2
California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 2 (PDF; 11MB) includes the domains of visual and performing arts, physical development, and health. This companion publication to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume…
Calm Down Yoga for Kids Poster
Simple yoga series to use as a calm down activity with your child. Be sure to read through Giselle’s suggestions for introducing the series, especially if you have never tried…
Center For Disease Control (CDC): Overweight and Obesity Strategies and Solutions
There is no single or simple solution to the childhood obesity epidemic, but learn what states, communities, and parents can do to help make the healthy choice the easy choice…
