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Nippon Medical School in Tokyo has led the world in the study of forest medicine. In Japan, ecotherapy is also known as forest bathing or Shinrin-Yoku. Dr. Qing Li, a professor from Nippon Medical School, is considered the world’s foremost authority on all things related to forest medicine. Dr. Li has studied the physiological and […]
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Since 2008, the Toys for Tots Literacy Program has worked to help break the cycle of poverty by giving America’s underprivileged youth the gift of literacy – the essential cornerstone of a successful and healthy life. Given the statistics, this mission is more important than ever before. Approximately 37% of American fourth graders read below
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The merry month of June marks many wonderful observances, but today, we’d like to call attention to the three that honor Mother Nature. June 5th is World Environment Day, June 8th is World Oceans Day, and June 22nd is World Rainforest Day. Let’s break down each one: World Environment Day (June 5th)
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One meandering path leads home to the center of YOU. Come explore the world of labyrinths with me. A labyrinth is one meandering path that winds its way back and forth to the center. Using the same path, we meander our way back out into the world, greatly shifting with calmness and new
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May is National Military Appreciation Month. Here are some wonder Books for Kids of deployed parents.
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Guest post from Evans Bowen, Author of Pilgrimage: A Modern Seeker’s Guide My teachers have always told me that wisdom is knowledge applied to life. We all know wise people who have an insight into life that takes us by surprise. Intelligent people usually speak gently and lovingly because wisdom has taught them that
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Willy Wonka Chocolate River Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Tutorial Inspired by the book Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, check out this fun video for Chocolate-Covered Pretzels. Sun Bread by Elisa Kleven and Happy Sun Bread Recipe Inspired by Elisa Kleven’s Book Sun Bread, check out this bright and sunny
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What have you done lately to nurture your brain? If you’re feeling stressed and anxious by modern life going by at the speed of light, you might want to seek out some green space and take a slow walk or sit for a while and observe nature. Your brain will thank you. Being in
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Followers of this blog may remember a time a few years ago when I wrote a book called The Fox Diaries: The Year The Foxes Came To Our Garden. Those days seem like yesterday, but they are not. When the foxes first arrived in my yard back in 2010, I was just enamored
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Graphic Novels are an excellent option for middle grade reluctant readers. But some adults and caregivers feel that this comic book-like reading option aren’t “real book.” However, teachers and literacy experts disagree with this. Graphic novels will improve your child’s reading skills like any other book, and they are fantastic choices for reading
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