by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good
We love finding service opportunities for kids and familiesĀ as a way to get kids excited about public service and volunteering early. So I was so delighted to learn thatĀ the wonderful NYC is My Backyard camp, which my own girls attended a couple summers back, is...
by Christina Refford | Books for Kids
Yes, having a day off from school is exciting for the kids, but on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I’d also like for them to reflect upon the reason they are getting a day away from lessons.Ā And even though they are old enough to have heard Dr. King’s I...
by Christina Refford | Doing Good
No matter how you choose to spend Martin Luther King Jr Day–either at a local event commemorating his contributions to society, by participating in a volunteer event on this Day of Service, or simply using it as an opportunity to start a meaningful...
by Christina Refford | Family Travel
Tomorrow marks the 25th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr Day or, as many kids will tell you, a day off from schooooooool! And while sleeping in is definitely a benefit, there are loads of kid-friendly, educational activities going on all over the country...
by Christina Refford | Entertainment + Media
I want my kids to know that Martin Luther King Day represents more than a three-day weekend. But instead of watching more grown-up documentaries that can be a bit scary for little eyes, I’m thrilled to have a copy of Scholastic’s new DVD, March On! The Day...