Encouragement and insights to help you nurture your kids’ love of learning — and shift your own mindset to raise curious, capable, confident kids.
Looking for ways to take a family road trip on a budget? You don’t need expensive hotels, constant dining out, or pricey attractions to create a memorable trip. In fact, the opposite is often true. A memorable trip is often: When you prioritize experiences over expense, you don’t just save money—you create the kind of…
Dreaming about a family road trip? Road trips are a powerful way to create lasting family memories while exposing your child to rich educational experiences that simply can’t be replicated in a classroom. Some of my favorite childhood memories are of long drives to far-off destinations, with plenty of stops along the way. I didn’t…
It happened again: five minutes after paying a hefty admission fee, my kids had sprinted through the museum and were already asking to leave. Would I really have to wait another 15 years before enjoying a museum again? As a teacher, I knew museums could be a goldmine for learning—offering rich shared experiences, interactive displays,…
Looking for a way to blend fun, family time, and real learning all in one trip? America’s national parks are one of the best classrooms you’ll ever find — and they come with fresh air, wild stories, and wide-open wonder. With over 400 sites to choose from — from historic forts and ancient dwellings to…
Are you overwhelmed by all the pressure on parenting today? Do you want to know what really helps set your kids up for success in school and life? Everyone has their own version of what success looks like and their idea of success may change over time. Generally, people associate success with someone who is…
Are you tired of your children frequently and loudly exclaiming, “I hate history”? Here are 10 ways to help children develop a love of history. When did we start liking history? These are words I never thought I would hear emanating from my daughter’s mouth. As so many children and their parents can attest, history…
