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Good parents want the best for their children and they want to ensure that they have the best possible chances of thriving throughout their lives.

While there are all sorts of different things that parents can do to help inculcate the right values in their children and set them up for success and happiness in life, perhaps one of the best and most universal things that parents can do to directly benefit their kids, is to encourage them to develop a love of learning.

Many people have negative associations with learning, from an early age, due to excessively dry and dull classrooms and curriculums.Here are a few ways to help make learning fun for your kids, instead.

Some Ways to Make Learning Fun for Your Kids

Give Them the Resources to Learn More on Their Own Time

Kids tend to be naturally curious and inquisitive about the world around them and will frequently have all kinds of questions about topics ranging from why the sky looks the way it does to how big the oceans are and why animals have different types of fur.

As a parent, you will naturally end up spending a significant amount of time discussing these kinds of topics with your children and helping to explain various features of the world – and of life – to them.

One great way of helping to make the learning experience more fun, however, and to encourage your kids to be proactive in their learning, is to give them the resources to learn more on their own time.

Among other things, you can give them all sorts of child-friendly encyclopedias, globes, storybooks with educational messages, and more.

Create a Joyful and Vital Atmosphere Around Learning

While old fashioned rote learning has its benefits and is still a good choice for learning some concepts in some academic areas in certain circumstances, a classroom featuring fun classroom decorations in an engaging environment is often the best approach to teaching young children.

A child’s outlook on learning and education can be shaped dramatically by the kind of atmosphere that is created around learning for them.

As a parent, do what you can to create a joyful and vital atmosphere around learning, which is motivated by enthusiasm and curiosity first and foremost, rather than by the need to memorize lists of facts simply for the sake of passing tests.

Help to Encourage Your Child in Exploring Their Own Interests

A great way of encouraging your child to remain interested, engaged, and curious about the world, is to help to encourage them in exploring their own interests in a healthy and uplifting manner.

If your child is naturally interested in space, for example, you can help them with space-themed projects and visits to the planetarium that encourage that interest while essentially educating them at the same time.

Even with regards to less intellectual or academic interests, such as cycling, there’s a lot that you can teach your child through active engagement with the subject in question.

The more your child is able to actively explore their own interests and hobbies, the more proactive they are likely to remain with regards to learning and education.

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Are you dreaming of sunset on a sandy beach, surrounded by tropical flowers and exotic animals? More and more Americans are dreaming of vacations abroad. In fact, according to surveys, the travel industry is likely to face a huge surge in demand as soon as it is safe to travel again. Enthusiastic travelers and first-timers who have never left the United States before have both expressed the desire to explore new horizons at the end of the pandemic. Unfortunately, the situation calls for caution right now, forcing us to postpone our travel plans.

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Explore the Planet From Home

However, nothing is stopping you from exploring the world without leaving your home. Traveling from home may not sound like the change of horizon you expected, but it can be beneficial for your mood and your mind. Indeed, it is fair to say that after spending a long time self-isolating or unable to visit distant friends and relatives in other states, you want to jump on the next flight and go somewhere far away.  There is such a thing as cabin fever when you stay at home. You feel your thoughts turning to jelly and your mood is constantly swinging between frustration and depression. Does it sound familiar? You’re not on your own. We can’t recommend any trip abroad for now. But here are tips to spread the vacation spirit in your home. 

Try Out New Recipes

You probably already have all the appliances you need to cook a variety of exotic and exciting dishes. Unfortunately, we tend to stick to the recipes we know. So, it’s time to change your habits and travel into new culinary regions. The trusted food processor that can whip a healthy smoothie in a matter of seconds could become your summer best friend. As the temperature rises, your blender is the best utensil for cold soups, such as gazpacho, ajo blanco (a cold garlic-based soup), cool cucumber veloute, and even watermelon gazpacho. A cold summer soup is like a fresh tour of Europe and tropical islands, taking you through the delicious specialties of each region. Not tempted by a refreshing soup? The air fryer is a neat replacement for those who don’t have a bbq. You could take inspiration from spicy Indian recipes that are traditionally prepared in a tandoori oven. A world of flavors is ahead of you!

Watch Foreign Shows On Netflix

What does Istanbul look like? It’s said to be a bridge between Asian and European cultures. But pictures or books don’t do it justice. Instead, you want to get a taste of the multiple cultural influences that paved the old Sultanahmet district and the Roman Hippodrome, not far from modern buildings. But when walking in the streets isn’t an option, you’d be pleased to know that Netflix has got the perfect solution for you. The Protector is a Turkish series filmed in Istanbul that exposes the many old secrets of the city. Behind the fantasy story, the streets and old edifices tell the tale of old Constantinople.


Or perhaps you are wondering about Asian cultures. Netflix has a great list of quality South Korean dramas, most of which are suitable for 12+, ranging from the mesmerizing romance Crash Landing on You to the fantastic Korean Odyssey, a take on the Chinese Journey to the West. K dramas offer unique insights into the culture, the food, the landscapes, and the sense of humor of the South Korean population. Served by quality actors, you will soon find yourself inspired to try out a Korean bbq meal that the kids will love. 

For little ones, why not take a look at international animes that are suitable for young viewers? You’ll find a lot of beautiful Japanese and European animes that will hit just the right spot. Many come pre-dubbed for young viewers.

Make Time For Learning

If you can’t go abroad, why not prepare for when you can? Learning a foreign language could be the best way to plan your next trip. You could ask your Spanish teacher about the best spots for food in Barcelona, for instance. Besides, as you develop your conversational skills, you can also get more confident about organizing your future trip.

Change Your Decor

With patience and attention, you could turn your interior style into an interior oasis of peace. Your decor can be all you need to travel to a foreign country. A Mediterranean decor for your bedroom combines rustic style, earthy color palettes, and eloquent influences. A Spanish-inspired decor will evoke the bright and bold colors of the culture, mixing bright reds and blues with taste. On the other hand, a Greek bedroom will marry citrus hues, aqua sea, and elegant dark patterns.


Your home could become the place that makes traveling possible at a time where borders remain closed. From learning new recipes to changing your interior style, let your home take you on an unforgettable trip.

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5 Educational Activities to Keep Your Kids Learning this Summer

The warm weather is here and summer vacation is the perfect time of year to relax and have fun. There are plenty of ways you can keep your kids’ curiosity engaged, however, and get them learning outside of school. Try a mix of activities that will allow them to develop soft skills for the future. It’s also the right season to embrace the outdoors and get in touch with nature which can be very beneficial. Here are five educational activities to keep your children learning this summer.

Explore Nature With A Project

Find an area of natural beauty near you to explore. Getting in touch with nature is very beneficial for your well-being, and this is true for adults and kids alike. It allows you to gain perspective by experiencing the wonders of the natural world. Why not give your kids a project as well to help them learn more about ecology? You could get them to identify local flora and fauna, for example. Here are a few more fun nature activities to try.

Cooking Indoors And Out

Teaching your children to cook is a great way to bond with them and it’ll help get them interested in healthy eating. You could cook something spontaneously together if it’s a little too hot to go out. There are plenty of ingredients you can cook from frozen, so keep the fridge stocked for emergencies. You could even plan a family BBQ and get your kids to help out. Teach them the family recipes that have been passed down generations.

Join The World’s Biggest Treasure Hunt

For something a little different, you could try geocaching. This is essentially a worldwide treasure hunt where you use GPS to locate caches, which can be any number of objects hidden in various locations. This is perhaps better for older children with a little more stamina to help you look for the caches. Here are a few more tips on geocaching with kids.

Sneak In Some Studying

You could get your kids to do a bit of online research on a topic they’re interested in, even if it’s not something they’re studying at school. Get them to teach you about their favorite animals or dinosaurs, for instance. You could also encourage them to brush up on their studies with a few fun worksheets and games. Always reward them for their hard work and concentration. Here are some homeschooling tips on how to motivate children to study at home.

Take A Trip To A Museum

For a fun family day out, why not hit one of your local museums? Look online to see if there are any interesting exhibitions on at the moment. Many museums offer interactive activities for kids which are both fun and educational. See if you can find something new and exciting near you. You could even check out local historical buildings or culture centers you haven’t thought of visiting before. This way all the family might learn something new about your hometown this summer.

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5 Educational Activities To Keep Your Kids Learning This Summer