Just for Fun: November 2023
Why was the belt arrested? For holding up a pair of pants! What did the Dalmatian say after lunch? That hit the spot! How do you make a tissue dance? You put a little boogie in it! Some fun, non-traditional ...
Fall Fun: Two Easy Kid-Centric Science Experiments
Fall is the perfect season for hands-on learning, with nature displaying a spectacular array of colors and phenomena. Here are two fun and simple science experiments suitable for kids, harnessing the beauty of fall! Apple Eruptions: The Fizzy Fun! Objective: ...
Looking for More Mo?!
Courtesy of Maricopa County Library District Whether you love laughing while reading Mo Willems’ books or you have recently visited the Children’s Museum of Phoenix to see their Mo Willems exhibit (on view thru January 14, 2024), “Knuffle Bunny,” ...
Nature Protector: Aaron Mrotek Helps Preserve Arizona’s Natural Wonders
Name: Aaron Mrotek Profession: Preserve Manager Age: 34 What do you do for a living? I manage the Patagonia-Sonoita Creek Preserve for The Nature Conservancy in Arizona. The preserve is known for its high diversity in bird and plant ...
A Zest for Business: Meet 6-Year-Old ‘Kidpreneur’ Marlee Rae
Social media and kids don’t always mix well, but TikTok is a secret ingredient inspiring one young Valley kidpreneur. Marlee Rae Cuff is well on her way to becoming a successful business owner – at the tender age of 6. ...
Kids Dojo Nonprofit Organization Announces Partnership with East Valley Dream Center and The Arian’s Foundation, Hosts Inaugural Dream to Ride Fundraiser Nov. 25
Kids Dojo, a nonprofit dedicated to building confidence through mountain biking with the mission to help kids be active, confident and healthy, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the East Valley Dream Center and The Arian’s Foundation. This partnership ...
Scouting May Be a Solution to Improving the Mental Health Crisis Our Youth is Experiencing Today
Scouting may be a solution to improving the mental health crisis our youth is experiencing today By Andy Price, CEO of the Grand Canyon Council, BSA Putting down your phone and picking up a backpack may help with the mental ...
Shake Up Some Fun at JoJo’s ShakeBAR
Shake Up Some Fun at JoJo’s ShakeBAR By Gretchen Pahia Photos courtesy of JoJo’s ShakeBAR Fasten your seatbelts because we're diving into a world where shakes are skyscrapers of yum and every bite takes you on a wild ride of ...
Empowering Futures: The B.I.G. Event Celebrates Girl Scouts With A Day of Adventure and Learning
Empowering Futures The B.I.G. Event celebrates Girl Scouts with a day of adventure and learning in Phoenix. Photo courtesy of Girl Scouts A day of vibrant experiences, vital learning, and valuable connections beckons in downtown Phoenix as the Girl Scouts-Arizona ...
Small Hero, Big Heart: Carter’s Toy Drive Lights Up Phoenix Children’s Hospital
Small Hero, Big Heart Carter’s toy drive lights up Phoenix Children’s Hospital. By Sondra Barr Photos courtesy of the Cunnius family In North Phoenix, a young boy named Carter Cunnius is turning his past challenges into a mission of joy ...