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Often, when we see a particularly innovative or cute design, our brains jump to ‘Japan.’ The East Asian nation has a well-deserved reputation for clever designs and blending the traditional and modern. Scroll down and enjoy this peak into some of the most unique ways that Japan does things. Visitors tend to come away with stories of technological wonders and adorable devices. Check out the neatest ideas you can find in Japan and be sure to upvote your favorites and let us know which you would love to see in your country. We had the opportunity to speak to two seasoned travelers...

Art-loving kiddos will enjoy a visit to de Young Museum for its second annual de Youngers Day Out on Saturday, March 11 from 9:30 am to 5:15 pm. This free community event is filled with hands-on art making, performances, and other workshops that help expose children to a variety of arts. Showing off her contribution to a community art display | Photo: Maureen Burke What to Expect at de Youngsters Day Out Kids have an opportunity to explore nearly every corner of the museum and interact with art through hands-on creating. Art making stations located through the museum and outside...

I bribed an admissions officer to get into an elite Manhattan preschool. I didn’t go through a shady middle man and there wasn’t a scam. I was told that my kid wasn’t going to make the cut — for reasons related to timing, not personality or intelligence — and immediately initiated a game of “Let’s Make a Deal.” I’m not necessarily proud of it, but I’m not ashamed either. I’m not rich and I didn’t lie. I did what was necessary to ensure a good outcome for my kid.Believe me, I wasn’t alone. And I would do it all over...

Homeschooling has become increasingly popular in recent years, with more and more families opting to educate their children at home. While there are many religious-based homeschool programs available, some families prefer a secular curriculum that focuses on academics and life skills without religious instruction. However, it’s important to note that the options for a Christian homeschool curriculum are much more extensive, giving families a wider range of choices if they are open to religious instruction in their homeschooling. Here are 10 secular homeschool curriculum programs that families may want to consider. (I’ll also mention a few secular math curriculum programs...

This free printable Valentine’s Day beginning sounds game is a great addition to your valentine activities for preschoolers and kindergarten kids! It’s easy to prep, and you don’t need many materials to get the initial sounds activity started. The valentine picture cards let children practice important phonemic awareness skills. AND you can easily tweak the printable to make it into a phonics activity. I love activities that can be differentiated to meet the needs of different students! And don’t worry, you can use the printable in a variety of beginning sounds activities. This way, the kids are engaged and learning...