It is a year that is challenging every educator, administrator and school employee, not to mention the parents and students. The COVID Pandemic is the most disruptive force of our time, bringing … [More...]
Foodie Jr.
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice — Our Favorite Local Treats
Oh my gourd, it’s hard to believe that PSL (pumpkin spice latte) season is already upon us. But there are plenty of ways to enjoy the unmistakable taste of autumn that don’t involve a … [More...]
Featured Article
Halloween — Your Way
How to make Halloween a scream in a socially distanced world. Halloween may seem a little sad this year. But for Halloween lovers, COVID-19 safety restrictions doesn’t mean the spooky holiday … [Read More...]
The Pause Button
Take an Educational, Stargazing Adventure This October
Oct. 21-22 is the height of the Orionid meteor shower — an opportunity for an educational trip for the whole family. It’s nearly impossible to know what the school scene will look like through this … [More...]
Local Heroes
Young Entrepreneur Moving the Needle for Change
A 17-year-old Anaheim resident and crocheter balances her desire for change with her passion for entrepreneurship. Sometimes, when Graciela Grande is crocheting, her hands get tired and start to … [More...]
Ask the Experts
Disaster Prep — Making an Emergency Kit
The pandemic has made me want to be more prepared. What should I include in my family’s emergency kit? All ages As we begin the new school year (from a classroom or the living room), it’s the perfect … [More...]
Distance Learning Tips for Working Parents
I’m a manager at a large company and a mom. Do you have advice on how I can manage my team from home while also managing my kids’ distance learning? All ages I can certainly relate with many parents in this … [More...]
Growth Spurts & Athletes: Less Physical Activity
I think my son has grown a lot recently. Is this normal considering he has been much less active? Adolescents Have you noticed that your teenage athlete had a big growth spurt over the last few … [More...]
Featured Article
Dia de los Muertos — Commemorating the Lives of Deceased Loved Ones
Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday honoring those loved ones who have passed on. Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated Oct. 31 through … [Read More...]
Mindfulness
Learning Better and Faster
The key to learning is first learning how. When we talk about education — whether our own, our children’s or other people’s — we talk a lot about the importance of learning. We … [More...]
Family Wellness
Art Therapy for Emotional Healing
Feeling the stress of the pandemic and other world events? Art therapy may help. Art is a fantastic coping mechanism and tool for emotional healing, wellness, self-care, stress … [More...]
Ride Safe
Spending more time outdoors on bikes, scooters and skateboards? Don’t forget to wear a helmet. One of the really positive things to come out of this COVID-19 era is a … [More...]
What’s Hot
6 Spooky Goodies to Inspire the Halloween Spirit
Get the family into the Halloween spirit this year with these fun products. Feeling Witchy Gift Box Feeling that Halloween itch? This gift box from Peace Organics includes a black charcoal cold-process soap bar, … [More...]
Pets in the Family
Dogs & Separation Distress
All the time at home may create some separation anxiety issues for pets in the future. We’ve been spending a lot of time at home. And for pet owners that also means more time with our pets — a good thing. But this can … [More...]
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Early Learners Overcoming the Pandemic
How preschoolers and kindergartners are dealing with the unique challenges of COVID-19. Theo Stasch is 4 years old and, like a lot of kids his age, a little shy. He attended preschool last year and his mother, … [Read More...]
