family fun • strengthening family
by Heather Johnson on August 15th, 2018 | No Comments »
When we hear the word creativity, we might think crayons and paint and envision the need to make something. But creativity is actually about growth. It is about embracing life, finding ways around obstacles, and expanding our horizons.
Family life is one of the best places to foster creativity.…
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parenting • education
by Jyl Johnson Pattee on January 19th, 2016 | No Comments »
Art, band and orchestra, dancing, and foreign language are so beneficial to a child's educational development. But, what happens when your child has creative talents or is passionate about one of these topics and your school doesn't offer a class or sufficient instruction to curb your budding artist's, musician's…
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free printables • family fun printables
by Mom It Forward on April 6th, 2014 | 1 Comment »
Teach your kids to effectively problem solve without getting worked up or angry. Help them realize that there are many ways to handle a situation creatively and reasonably. Use this Creative Problem Solving printable to write down problems and solutions. Get your family to work as a team and solve…
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free printables • family fun printables
by Mom It Forward on April 6th, 2014 | No Comments »
Get the creative juices flowing by making a box or bin dedicated to your kids' creativity! Fill the box with things around the house that could be used to make creative crafts, toys, decorations or anything else! Help foster the creativity by inspiring and promoting time for them to…
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family fun • activities
by Mom It Forward on February 18th, 2014 | 1 Comment »
The word superhero evokes images of men and women in cool uniforms. Some can fly, others have superhuman strength, and others use their intelligence to save the day.
What is it exactly that makes us want to mirror the lives of Tony Stark or Captain America? It isn't the fancy…
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