Brad Kava explores why summer camp is as vital as school, sharing how a movie-making camp helped his son build confidence and public speaking skills.
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Car Culture Is Costing Our Kids
A poignant letter to the editor discussing how car-centric infrastructure in the U.S. limits children's freedom and autonomy compared to the Netherlands.
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How Children Learn and How You Can Help
Learn why children up to age 10 learn up to 40 times faster than adults and how parents can create a more effective, fun, and exciting learning environment.
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Why Summer Camp Matters More Than Ever
Explore why summer camp is more vital than ever for children's physical health, social growth, and digital detox in today's screen-filled world.
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Santa Cruz Spring Break Checklist
Spring break in Santa Cruz does not have to mean a plane ticket. Before the week begins, here is a simple checklist for a local break that feels like a break.
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The College Dream Nearly Slipped Away
Estrellas Brillantes helps Watsonville students navigate the FAFSA crisis and achieve their dreams of attending a four-year college through personalized support.
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Healthy Screen Time Habits
Learn how to establish healthy screen time habits and family agreements for children and teens with expert advice from Triple P's Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo.
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Interdependence Day Is Every Day
Explore how Positive Discipline shifts parenting from rugged independence to healthy interdependence, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
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Autism is a Family Diagnosis
Clinically, autism is diagnosed in an individual. But in lived experience, autism is a family diagnosis that shifts the emotional climate of a home.
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Making Drop Biscuits is an Educational Experience
Cooking with kids is magical and educational. Learn how to teach science and math through this simple and delicious drop biscuit recipe.
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Humorous Observations From A Human Companion
A collection of humorous observations comparing the quirky behaviors of dogs and cats in everyday situations, from car rides to open refrigerators.
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Marching Into Another Month of Fashionable Locals
Explore the unique sustainable styles and fashion journeys of locals Misha, Rosa, and Leena in this month's Fashion Forward feature.
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CircOrchard Celebrates 10 Years
Orchard School presents CircOrchard, its 10th annual children's circus, featuring the entire 56-strong student body performing clown antics, juggling, and more.
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Exercising Through Pregnancy
Learn how to safely exercise during pregnancy and address common postpartum issues like pelvic floor health with tips from Monica Menard.
