ShutterstockAs a kid growing up in one of the hottest parts of Australia, I was always in the water – pond, pool or creek. It was the only way to get cool. I was lucky enough to pick up swimming as I went along – but plenty don’t. As a coach and teacher of swimming for over 30 years I regularly meet adults who can’t swim. Swimming is one of the most popular physical activities undertaken by Australians, but a large number of Australians are poor swimmers or cannot swim at all. Recent research for for Royal Life Saving Australia found one in four adults are either weak swimmers or can’t swim. If you’re an adult non-swimmer, you’re not alone....
We’re squealing with excitement over the upcoming Lunar New Year. This family-centric celebration starts on the first day of the new moon on the Lunar Calendar (Feb. 1), and we’ve searched high and low for ways to involve the whole crew. From paper lanterns and red envelopes to lunar calendars and more, scroll down and find your favorite Lunar New Year crafts to celebrate the Year of the Tiger photo: Tea Collection Tiger Mask It's the year of the tiger! Did you know this majestic animal represents bravery and protection in many Asian cultures? This easy tutorial from our friends at Tea Collection is easy to follow, and it'll have your kiddo roaring with fun in no time. photo: Happiness...
I saw a TikTok about peeing in the shower and I knew I needed Ashlie to come on and chat about what is right/wrong about this -- and what our bladder is thinking! Today's guest is physical therapist Ashlie Crewe. Ashlie Campitella attended Gannon University where she received her Bachelor's in Psychology and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degrees. She then began her specialized training in pelvic health physical therapy. While treating patients and training in pelvic floor therapy, she also attended courses regarding pain neuroscience, finding her passion in combining the knowledge from her pelvic health courses with the neuroscience of persistent pain conditions. She has developed pelvic floor programs in several of her company's clinics and currently treats...
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy. Follow us on Instagram for more fun ideas for kids! These DIY shrinky dinks keychains are so fun and easy to make with the trick of using a heat gun instead of oven! Watch them shrink instantly! Are you a fan of shrinky dinks? The hard little plastic shapes and characters that are so fun to make as keychains or charms? We’re sharing these adorable DIY Shrinky Dinks Valentine keychains today with a super neat trick! Most Shrinky Dink projects we’ve seen use an oven but we found you can get the same magical shrinking results by using a heat gun! Read more...
The other day I was with one of my partner districts as part of ongoing longitudinal work that will last at least two years. As I was facilitating a model lesson near the end of the school day with a group of teachers and administrators, a staff member came by the room to inform everyone that the district would be going remote the rest of the week. An email was also sent informing all educators to plan for an asynchronous day of learning on Thursday and synchronous on Friday. Naturally, I ended the session a little early so they could begin to map out the rest of the week, but I also had planning to do in terms of converting...
