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THE CREATIVE WORLD OF AUTHOR AND ILLUSTRATOR ZENO SWORDER

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:22:43 +0000

“There are perhaps no days of our childhood we lived so fully as those we spent with a favorite book“- Marcel Proust. It is a great pleasure to travel (virtually, of course) today to Melbourne and meet the talented writer and artist Zeno Sworder. His first book for children, “This small blue dot,” has become […]

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DOLPHIN & WHALE WATCHING IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Sat, 30 Jan 2021 15:26:21 +0000

One of the things that I miss most about not traveling during this pandemic is enjoying and exploring nature. We live on a beautiful planet, full of wonders and rich biodiversity. So, while we stay at home and respect the confinements and travel restrictions, I keep remembering one of the most amazing educational and exciting […]

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LET’S GO TO ITALY!

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 09:36:39 +0000

“You may have the universe if I may have Italy” – Giuseppe Verdi Would you like to join me on a fascinating journey to Italy? While traveling is still not possible, we can daydream about a future trip to Italy, one of my favorite countries, full of wonders, art, beauty, and the best food. Our […]

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SCOTLAND WITH KIDS: ST ANDREWS

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 16:30:41 +0000

Visiting St Andrews was one of the highlights of our family trip to Scotland (we also loved touring The Highlands and the tour of Edinburgh for Harry Potter fans). The historic town of St Andrews is famous for its unique coastal setting, the ancient University, and being considered “Home of Golf.” This small, elegant, and […]

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MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME! BY SIGNE TORP

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 11:44:01 +0000

I would like to propose to you a special journey around the world with the talented Norwegian illustrator and picture book writer Signe Torp. Her book Make Yourself at Home! (published by Thames & Hudson) will take you from Cambodia to Mongolia, from Great Britain to Canada, through an artistic, creative, and cultural journey through […]

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THE MONSTER BOOK OF ZOMBIES

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 15:10:00 +0000

Looking for creative ideas for this strange and creepy Halloween amidst a pandemic? “The Monster Book of Zombies, Spooks, and Ghouls” is what you are looking for. This spooky and brilliant drawing book offers children (ages 7+) a wide variety of creative activities: filling a haunted house with ghastly creatures, making scary signs for their […]

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2 BOOKS TO INSPIRE CHILDREN TO LOVE NATURE

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 14:10:32 +0000

2 years ago, I had the privilege of interviewing one of my favorite authors – María Isabel Sánchez Vegara-. My admiration for her works has kept growing since then, and it has been a great joy to see that her “Little People, BIG LIVES” book collection keeps adding new titles every week. Today I would […]

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LA RIOJA WITH KIDS: VIVANCO MUSEUM

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:51:15 +0000

Travel allows us to understand other cultures, experience different ways of life, and learn more about our history. Last year we traveled to La Rioja, renowned worldwide for its remarkable wines, and we had the chance to visit Vivanco – the Museum of the Wine Culture-, where we learned about the origin and history of […]

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RETHINKING EDUCATION AND CHILDHOOD: REIMAGINING PROJECT

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 13:36:07 +0000

“When we allow space for children’s inner worlds, they learn to express themselves from the wholeness of who they are” – Melissa A. Butler. Reimagining Project. A few weeks ago, I asked on social media, “How do you envision education in the future? After COVID-19, I feel schools should support children’s emotional wellbeing, and provide […]

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KINDERGUIDES: INSPIRING A LOVE FOR CLASSIC LITERATURE

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 11:19:30 +0000

If you believe that classics are timeless, you are going to love KinderGuides, a series of illustrated children’s books that introduce iconic works of classic literature to young readers. KinderGuides familiarises children with classic stories from Julius Verne’s Around the World in Eighty Days, to Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, or Homer’s The Odyssey. KinderGuides is […]

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ANIMALS: A WILDLIFE PHOTO COLLECTION BY TOMMY SALAS

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 14:58:57 +0000

“An animal’s eyes have the power to speak a great language.” – Martin Buber Spanish photographer Tommy Salas has dedicated his work to capture the essence of Asia: its captivating landscapes, its traditions, and its people. Now, he presents Animals, an extraordinary collection of 20 wildlife photographs taken through his extensive travels. With Animals, Tommy […]

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CALIFORNIA WITH KIDS: THE GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:19:05 +0000

“Look up at the stars and not down at your feet“- Stephen Hawking. The Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles is one of the most iconic attractions of California, being popularized by Hollywood in movies like “Rebel without a cause”. Considered one of the most important international “gateways to the cosmos”, the Griffith Observatory offers not […]

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THE WORLD OF WHALES

Mon, 25 May 2020 12:34:36 +0000

“A world without dolphins and whales isn’t much of a world at all” – Ric O’Barry Written by Darcy Dobell and illustrated by Becky Thorns, “The World of Whales” is one of the most beautiful picture books ever printed. Published by Little Gestalten, the book is the perfect introduction to get children (ages 5+) to […]

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HOTEL DESIGN: SHORELINE WAIKIKI (HAWAI)

Wed, 20 May 2020 14:23:45 +0000

If you are also feeling paralyzed amid this pandemic, I hope you might be able to “see the world in a new light.” Somehow we should try to emerge from this hibernation and crisis with a positive mindset, but I understand that it is not always easy to see the future with optimism. COVID-19 is […]

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HARRY POTTER BROOMSTICK TRAINING AT ALNWICK CASTLE

Wed, 13 May 2020 13:34:23 +0000

Would you like to take part in the famous Broomstick Training session on the very spot where Harry Potter had his first flying lesson? Today we travel to Northern England to visit the famous Alnwick Castle, used as a filming location of both the Philosopher’s Stone and The Chamber of Secrets. Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in […]

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THE CREATIVE WORLD OF AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR FAUSTO GILBERTI

Tue, 05 May 2020 13:04:37 +0000

“What I can say… I paint, draw, and make children’s books. “ – Fausto Gilberti We continue our series about the creative world of talented artists from around the world by traveling to Italy and meeting award-winning artist Fausto Gilberti. Fausto has been part of more than 100 exhibitions around the world, and he is the […]

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LITTLE GUIDES TO GREAT LIVES: STEPHEN HAWKING & MAYA ANGELOU

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 15:27:16 +0000

“God puts rainbows in the clouds so that each of us- in the dreariest and most dreaded moments- can see a possibility of hope” – Maya Angelou “However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at“- Stephen Hawking. Even though this is a time of great sadness and struggle […]

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THE HAPPYSELF KIDS’ DAILY JOURNAL

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 11:28:12 +0000

“Happiness doesn’t result from what we get, but from what we give”- Ben Carson How are you, my friends? I hope this post finds you and your family well. I imagine you are also coping with the worries of coronavirus. Today, with the help of Francesca – founder of The Happy Self– we will focus […]

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ART & KIDS: YVES KLEIN

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 17:47:28 +0000

Yves Klein was one of France’s most inventive artists and famously known for creating a special blue named International Klein Blue (IKB). Today I would like to recommend you the book “Yves Klein: Painted Everything Blue and Wasn’t Sorry”, an inspiring story about this French artist who made art in surprising ways. What makes this […]

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SAN FRANCISCO WITH KIDS: CHILDREN’S CREATIVITY MUSEUM

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 14:45:47 +0000

“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” – Albert Einstein One of the highlights of our stay in San Francisco was spending a morning with our kids at the Children’s Creativity Museum. We had read great reviews of this family attraction and the visit exceeded our expectations. “The Children’s Creativity Museum is a hands-on multi-media art and […]

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4 BOOKS FOR CURIOUS KIDS

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 16:27:57 +0000

“Curiosity in children is but an appetite for knowledge”– John Locke. Curiosity sparks learning. “Several neurological studies have shown that curiosity makes our brains more receptive for learning, and that as we learn, we enjoy the sensation of learning“. A great way to boost your kids’ curiosity is with books, and these four children’s picture […]

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A writing journey from Trinidad to Japan with author Suzanne Bhagan.

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:52:49 +0000

Trinidadian travel and fiction writer Suzanne Bhagan has a strong passion for literature that started when her father gave her books as presents even before she learned to read. After studying law in the UK, she currently lives in Japan where she is working on a novel and a collection of short stories. Today Suzanne […]

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FAMILY ART WORKSHOPS: MUSEO THYSSEN-BORNEMISZA

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 18:19:16 +0000

If you live in Madrid, or if you are just spending a few days in this vibrant city, you cannot miss a visit to The Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, one of the leading cultural institutions in Spain. The museum’s Education Department organizes different activities throughout the year for families, with the aim to bring the art world […]

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OCEAN INSTITUTE’S SUMMER CAMPS FOR CHILDREN IN CALIFORNIA

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 15:06:46 +0000

Using the ocean as a classroom, and with the philosophy that the experience is the teacher, The Ocean Institute in Dana Point (California) has been inspiring children of all ages and from all over the world to learn and love the ocean. The Ocean Institute, founded in 1977, is a community-based organization that educates 100,000 […]

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SAN FRANCISCO’S BUS CITY TOUR

Sat, 09 Nov 2019 16:13:53 +0000

Do you have a family travel tradition? Whenever we visit a new city we always do a Hop on- Hop off bus tour on the first day. It gives such an excellent overview of our destination! The whole family likes embarking on these tours that allow us to see more and to soak up the […]

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PARENTING AND LIVING IN NORWAY BY CAROLINE STEINSLAND

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 12:33:14 +0000

Have you ever wondered how other families live and raise their children? What could we learn from them? Isn’t it amazing to have a different perspective on parenting? I have been asking myself these questions for the past few months, and I thought it would be wonderful to feature on World Kids, real families that […]

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THINGS TO DO IN COPENHAGEN WITH KIDS

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 22:23:56 +0000

Copenhagen is a beautiful, safe, and clean city that offers many activities and attractions for families. We stayed in Copenhagen as part of an extensive tour of Denmark, in which we also visited the Lego Park in Billund and the Hans Christian Andersen Cultural Center in Odense. We were lucky to visit Copenhagen in the […]

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ART & KIDS: SALVADOR DALI’S WHIMSICAL HOUSE-MUSEUM

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 10:22:41 +0000

” A true artist is not one who is inspired, but one who inspires others” – Salvador Dalí. A fun way for children to uncover the mysteries and secrets of the Spanish painter Salvador Dalí is by visiting the Portlligat House- Museum, the place in which he normally worked and lived with his wife Gala, upon […]

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TOUR OF EDINBURGH FOR HARRY POTTER FANS

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 08:32:36 +0000

“We’ve all got both light and dark inside us. What matters is the part we choose to act on. That’s who we really are” – Harry Potter and The Order of the Phoenix. Ready for some magic? Prepare to enter a secret world... JK Rowling wrote her first book of Harry Potter in Edinburgh. Today […]

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THE TOKYOITER: JAPANESE ILLUSTRATORS CELEBRATE TOKYO

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 15:47:07 +0000

“The Tokyoiter” is a project that “celebrates the passion for Tokyo and its inhabitants’ story“, and it is also a tribute to “The New Yorker” and “The Parisianer” traditional cover art. Made by Japanese illustrators, and also foreign artists that are living in Tokyo, each cover is a reflection of Tokyo as a diverse city […]

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