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Radical Self-care – The Secret to Living a Creative Life

The secret to living a creative life is this: The more time and energy you invest in radical self-care the more creative you will be, the more connected to your family. You will be happier and more productive as you operate from a state of ease and grace.

6 FUN Activity Based Ways to Get Kids Writing

I had a great discussion with a home school dad about how to incorporate more writing into lessons and how "Writing Prompts" often fail with his kids. I suggested taking a more activity based approach.

Making the Most of Every Moment

I believe there are two keys to making the most of every moment. The first is to have a concrete understanding of time and where it goes, and the second is once you know where it goes to actively choose to enjoy the time you have. Here are some strategies you can use.

Sketch Art Detectives – Creative Kids

Here is a quick creative art activity that gives kids practice in using descriptive language, listening skills and observation. The activity can be done with an adult and child or pairs of children.

5 Steps to Designing a Creative Bedroom for Your Kids!

Your child’s bedroom can be an oasis of relaxation and creativity. With a little planning and attention to detail, you can create a refuge instead of a war zone.

Creative Kids Kitchen – Freestyle Hot Chocolate!

Making Hot Chocolate together is a great way to bond with your kids and get creative in the kitchen!

Creative TV Use

It is possible to use the television in a creative, constructive way. It does require a mind shift, recognizing the television as a tool rather than a stationary member of the family. Here are some ways you can incorporate creative TV viewing in your family.

Introducing the Theater to Creative Kids

Taking kids to the theater is a great way to expose them to new ideas and forms of creativity. One of the benefits to live theater is it engages the imagination and the audience in a way television and movies simply can't. Here are some tips for having a positive, engaging theater experience with kids of all ages.

Creative Kids – Cameras

Photography is a fantastic way to explore your creative side. For those of us who don't have the skills to draw and paint, it is a great way to show how we see the world.

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