Last March, over spring break, I took my kids to visit the Birch Aquarium in San Diego, California.  It was our first time to this quaint aquarium that sits on top of a hillside and provides panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.  Birch Aquarium at Scripps (sometimes referred to as Scripps Aquarium or Birch Aquarium) is …

Taking day trips from Los Angeles is very easy because of being such a unique colorful city surrounded by miles of mountains and coastline. Los Angeles may be an expensive city to live in, but finding the best places to visit and outdoor activities doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re simply visiting Los Angeles or …

Your students deserve a chance to explore science, math, history and art in their communities. However, tight school budgets and transportation issues may impede these efforts. Luckily, the Los Angeles area is home to many field trip venues that are either free or low priced and full of fun and adventure for all grade levels. …

Ice-skating is a wonderful way to workout with your family.  With the proper training and equipment, you can learn the right technique to avoid injury and maximize your enjoyment on the ice.  Ice-skating is also a form of intense cardiovascular exercise which improves balance and builds muscle in your legs and core.  Plus, a trip …

One thing you can say about St. Patrick’s Day – there certainly are a lot of pesky leprechauns running about.  Fortunately, these 15 Sneaky and Adorable Leprechaun Traps will give you and your children some great ideas for catching one! These leprechaun traps will inspire you to come up with the perfect trap of your own! …