The world has been watching all the winter activities in PyeongChang for the 2018 Winter Olympic Games. We have a few ideas on how you can engage your kids in Olympics-inspired activities. Spend the afternoon ice skating at a local rink. Head to a sledding hill and have a bobsled or luge competition with friends. Visit… Read more »
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Showing Gratitude This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and it’s really a wonderful opportunity for everyone to express love and gratitude for one another. We have a couple suggestions on how to get kids involved in this special holiday. Make Homemade Valentine’s Day Cards. This is a great day to get creative about showing how important people are… Read more »
Stretching for Joy: Yoga for Kids at ACWLC
This year at A Child’s World Learning Centers we have had the pleasure of incorporating yoga into our program for our school-aged children. Our Yellow Jackets have been practicing with Carol Hewitt from Grace & Exhale Yoga in Clemmons. Carol’s practice brings the awareness of who and where our strength comes from by teaching from… Read more »
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids
We have rounded up a few fun and festive activity ideas that will get everyone into the “thankful” holiday spirit! Turkey Play Dough. Set out some craft supplies and brown play dough so kids can create their own turkeys. Learn more about this activity here. Thankful Turkey Pine Cones. Have your kids think about what they… Read more »
Fall Fun!
It’s time for fall! This wonderful season brings about the turning of the leaves and the start of holiday festivities. Here are some fun fall activities for the whole family to start thinking about adding in to your calendar: Take a hayride. Reservations are now available for Pumpkin Pick Hayrides at Tanglewood Park. Attend a fall festival…. Read more »
Shortcut Dinner Ideas
Trying to come up with kid-friendly dinner ideas with a busy schedule can be daunting, especially with a house full of picky eaters. We have a few ideas that can help whipping up something quick for those hungry tummies a little easier. Breakfast for Dinner: To make it really simple, try a dinner with oatmeal… Read more »
Summer Learning Activity Ideas
The summer offers a great opportunity for kids to learn more through additional family time and time spent outdoors. Here are a few recommendations: Take a “staycation” and become a “tourist” in your town or in nearby cities. There are many learning opportunities if you go to places and do things you wouldn’t normally do… Read more »
Healthy Eating Tips for a Busy Lifestyle
Trying to fit healthy eating and fitness into a busy lifestyle can be a challenge to say the least. Here are a few simple ways you can focus on health while things are hectic: Wake up earlier and get moving. Schedule time a few mornings a week to exercise while the kiddos are still asleep…. Read more »
Spring Allergies
Seasonal allergies are a problem for many people, and they can be especially difficult for younger children. Often infants and toddlers to elementary age children have significant seasonal allergies that may become more or less problematic as they age. The biggest causes of spring allergies include ragweed, grass, tree pollens, molds, insect bites and dust…. Read more »
Spring Learning Activities
Spring has sprung and there are many ways to teach your little ones about the new season. Grow a plant. Give kids a plastic shovel and encourage them to dig a small hole in the ground. Let them count the number of seeds you give them and have the drop them down into the hole…. Read more »
