5 Ideas to Reignite the Spark for Reading This School Year
By AZVA Executive Director Charles Woods When summer break hits, school becomes a distant memory and most kids prefer to spend their days prioritizing FUN! From playing outside and leveling up in their favorite video games to watching movies and ...
How to Set Goals with Your Kids This School Year
New school year, new goals to achieve! With some planning, you can help your child set goals so they can have a more successful school year. Here are some tips to help you set goals with your child. Why Set ...
Splash, Putt, and Play: Your Guide to a Fun-Filled Labor Day Weekend in the VAlley
Splash, Putt, and Play Your guide to a fun-filled Labor Day weekend in the Valley. By Gretchen Pahia Get ready to dive into a Labor Day adventure! In just a few weeks, families across the Valley are gearing up for ...
OdySea Aquarium Celebrates Young Artists in Conservation Art Challenge
OdySea Aquarium Celebrates Young Artists in Conservation Art Challenge Photos courtesy of OdySea Aquarium Scottsdale’s OdySea Aquarium announced 5-year-old Albie Thomas from North Phoenix as one of their five winners of its third annual Conservation Art Challenge. Albie showcased his ...
Nurturing Minds and Muscles: Xtreme Gymnastics Puts HART into Fitness and Learning
Nurturing Minds and Muscles Xtreme Gymnastics puts HART into fitness and learning By Shay Moser Photos courtesy of Xtreme Gymnastics Aimee Burton started in ballet at age 6, following in her older sister's footsteps. Little did she know ...
Are Vaccinations a Part of Your Back-to-School Plan?
By Amy Elsbury It feels like the kids were just released for summer break and are now we’re fast approaching back-to-school time. As families gradually get back into their school-day routines and prepare for the first day of classes, ...
Helpful Back to School Tips for Families
With summer winding down, here are some helpful tips to help you and your family have a smooth transition back to school! Get an early start. Avoid waiting until the last minute to get necessary school supplies. Waiting until the ...
How to Teach Your Children Cooking Skills
It’s time to get cooking! Being able to teach your children independence, life skills, and spend special time with them is so important. Here are some tips to help you teach your kids cooking skills. Take Your Time When you’re ...
FREE Sports Physicals and Well-Child Checks
Promoting Community Health NOAH Offers Free Sports Physicals and Well-Child Checks in Phoenix and Scottsdale. Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH), a non-profit dedicated to providing quality healthcare to underserved communities, is hosting free sports physicals and well-child checks in ...
Important Family Conversations
By Debbie Shumway, Hospice of the Valley executive director It’s a special honor to care for people at all stages of life. Whether it’s a child or adult, whether it’s care for chronic illness or hospice services, our goal is ...
A Parent’s Guide to Encourage Summer Reading
Looking for ways to encourage your child to read this summer? Here are a few ideas to get your child excited about summer reading! Let Them Choose One way to get your child excited about summer reading: let them choose ...
3 Summer Smile Busters and How to Overcome Them
3 Summer Smile Busters and How to Overcome Them By Tiffany Di Giacinto, Delta Dental of Arizona Summer. Summer. Summertime! Time to sit back and unwind. Between the pool parties, staycations, barbeques and out-of-state adventures, there is a lot to ...
Summer of a Million Meals Fundraiser Returns for Sixth Year
United Food Bank Partners with 12News to Raise a Million Meals for Families This summer, thousands of Arizona kids and their families will worry about where their next meal is coming from as hunger does not take a summer vacation. ...
Top Benefits of Summer Camp for Your Kids
Summer is just around the corner! For many parents, that means it’s time to start planning activities for their kids to do. An activity you definitely need to consider? Summer camp! Not only is it fun, but it has a ...
Barry Goldwater High School: A Community of Achievers Defying Expectations
By Sondra Barr Barry Goldwater High School is defying expectations and transforming the way it is viewed by the community, thanks to its top-notch programs, diverse clubs, and competitive sports teams. Among these programs is the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, ...
Ask for the Mother’s Day gift you’ll enjoy forever… a Chanson Family Film!
💐Ask for the Mother’s Day gift you’ll enjoy forever… a Chanson Family Film! 💐 Mothers day IG pink Chanson Family Films A Chanson Family Film captures one of your best days together as a family, then beautifully edits it and sets ...
Get Ready to Play at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Super Nintendo World
Get Ready to Play at Universal Studios Hollywood's Super Nintendo World Immerse yourself in all things Super Mario and Nintendo with new rides, interactive activities, and delicious food options at the famed theme park. Photos courtesy of Universal Studios By ...
Outdoor Activities: How to Get Kids Involved with Gardening
Outdoor activities that involve the whole family are fun ways to get active and make memories! One activity you should consider: starting a garden. But how do you get your kids involved with gardening? Here are some tips to help ...
