DIY snow globes for the holidays
Tis the season to be jolly…. What are your traditions for the holiday gatherings? Usually every year we try to have some kind of arts and crafts for the kiddos at our fami
book review: a very merry hindu christmas
Growing up in small town southern Virginia, we were one of only a handful of Indian families. My parents did wonderfully at helping us learn about our culture, religion and celeb
a virtual trip to India
I met Carolyn Clarke at a fundraiser for Kids For Peace one evening and remember chatting with her on her book of guided meditations for little ones. I loved her energy and passion
8 extra-curricular activities to put your children in
School has started, and getting back into a routine and out of vacation mode is difficult for children, as well as parents (I am sure some of you are so happy that your children ar
first 6 yoga poses for infants and toddlers
Giselle Shardlow is the author of Kids Yoga Stories. Her yoga-inspired children’s books get children moving, learning, and having fun. Giselle draws from her experienc
top 10 back to school essentials
Summer is over and it’s time to get back into that daily grind with the kids. Back on routine schedules with bed times, school activities and homework time. Chai Mommas are a
8 tips to helping you choose the right school for your kindergartner
Last November it hit me that my first-born will be 5 soon and will be starting kindergarten in September ( I know it was almost a year away) but in order to get into some schools a
integrating music, reading and instruments to teach your child
I was giving my 20 month old son a bath the I turned around to get something and couldn’t believe I heard him sing the entire Ba Ba Black Sheep Song then say his alphabet. I
10 top classic books to read to your kids
I love reading books to my children. Just having them curl up in my lap and listen to me read and see their eyes lite up when I read them a story they can relate to is just so touc
5 behavioral and reward methods I use with my children
Positive reinforcement is a tool used by parents and teachers and caregivers to modify their children’s behavior by reinforcing desired behaviors. As an educator, learn