The link between physical activity and learning is strong. Children learn by doing and being actively engaged. Not only does physical activity promote physical development, it also supports cognitive, social and emotional development. While research has proven these points, they are also evident when...

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How can families and teachers give kids the life skills they need to cope  in our multi-tasking, multimedia, modern world?

Bright Horizons, in conjunction with Families and Work Institute and Ellen Galinsky, present a parent webinar about the skills adults and children need in order to succeed in the 21st century.

So I must confess, I totally forgot about the Well Aware Challenge until last Monday. But since being reminded of it, I’ve done pretty well. My goal is to fit in 30 minutes of exercise at least five days a week…without my kids.  I know that a fit family is one that stays together, or

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