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Ready, Set, Click: Teaching Kids Photography

Our kids have grown up having their photo taken with the kind of phone almost every adult has in their possession. For many children, that...

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Four Benefits of Dance Instruction

PHYSICAL HEALTH AND FITNESS. Dance is a highly active form of exercise that helps children develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. It also promotes cardiovascular...

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Encouraging Creativity in Children

Creative people are better problem-solvers, more resilient, and generally happier. So, what can we do to foster creativity in our children?

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Teach kids to play? YES!

I sometimes think, as adults, we believe kids innately know how to play and create fun. But that isn’t true. Kids need to be taught how to use their imaginations.

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Creative Outings With Your Preschooler

Each week our Instagram blogger, Beau Jackson takes his 3-year-old son Archie on adventures. Ranging from creative pursuits like art journaling to airport outings, Archie and Beau give parents across the Monterey Bay ideas for their own family.

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The Benefits of Being a Musical Family

Learning to play a musical instrument can improve mathematical, science, and English scores in children. Read on for some tips on how to integrate music into your family’s world.

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