Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin.As the summer months move into full swing, I see an increasing number of families traveling with their children in Laos. Whether taking advantage of vacation time, or extending their travel plans, it is wonderful to see kids take in experiences beyond the familiar. They're wide-eyed and inquisitive, and you just know they make all sorts of unforgettable connections.Not too long ago, I met a family of four where a four-year-old and a six-year-old had been with their parents on a Southeast Asia tour for the last five months. The older daughter was lucky enough to be in a school that made provisions for her absence without taking away from her learning moments.Some parents have...
Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin.Children love the beach and summertime is great for those outdoor experiences. Bringing the beach into their bedrooms is a fun way to change the style and offer a relaxing, cool environment.Here's how.1. Highlight white- I know, you're asking: really, white? In beach interiors white offers an airiness and openness that reflects the outdoors. Painting walls and ceilings white is an easy way to enlarge a room and create a backdrop for fun pops of color. If all white bedding makes you crazy, go for stripes or a fun beachy design.2. Play with cool & warm palettes- Cool colors that reflect the sky and sea fit perfectly in a beachified room. Yet, hot pinks and...
Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin. Just like adults, kids love the motion of swinging in a hammock. Being outside while reading a book or talking with a friend is a great way to spend the summer days. La Siesta is a company that produces a large variety of hammocks for everyone in the family. Their range of products for children include hammocks specifically designed for kids, hammock chairs, hanging crow's nest and baby hammocks. These come in the most brilliant of colors with closed suspension that are perfect for the little ones. A bonus is that the company goal strives to promote sustainability and social improvement of the communities the hammocks are made-Colombia, Brazil, and India. They also are...
Written by contributing blogger, Christine Martin. Looking for something creative and fun to do with your child this summer? Mom-blogger, Jamie from Hands On As We Grow, has a brilliant idea she is sharing with her readers and all parents. Similar to the old school chain letter model, the Kids Art Exchange gives children an opportunity to be creatives while connecting with other kids across the globe. Instead of letters, a unique work of art is sent with directions on how to pass along the activity. In the end, each child should receive 36 artsy pieces with potentials for blooming friendships as well. We connected with Jamie and asked a few questions about this great idea. · What is your...
