Hello, Sun By Julie Downing What colors will you see in the sunshine? The days are filled with colors from morning to night. Do you see silver, yellow or pale light? Ladybugs, rabbits, squirrels and sleepy bears greet the day and night. Listen to the sounds around you. As night appears in warm colors of […]
Nest Bookshelf: Hello, Sun
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Nest Bookshelf: Good Golden Sun
Good Golden Sun By Brendan Wenzel Are you ready to play? The mysteries of light are glowing in the dark. Readers will learn how the sun touches all aspects of life on earth. From animals, to plants, to soil, the sun impacts all life around it. What questions would you ask the sun or the […]
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Oregon Proposes Crackdown on Smart Phones in Schools
A proposed bill in the Oregon legislature aims to restrict the use of cell phones in schools statewide. The bipartisan bill is intended to cut down on student distractions, social media incidents and other limitations schools are grappling with in an age of cell phone addiction. While Central Oregon school districts already have certain policies in […]
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BEAT Children’s Theatre
Interview with Bree Beal, Executive Director How long has BEAT been around? Was it difficult to gain a foothold in the community? BEAT Children’s Theatre started in 2006, so we are just about to kick off our 20th season! Our little nonprofit has been growing every year since its inception. We currently serve around 500-600 […]
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Bend Parks and Recreation District
Interview with Becky Rexford, BPRD Sports Program & Athletic Fields Manager With so many youth sports organizations in Bend, what sets BPRD apart from the rest? BPRD has been around since 1974 and has made great connections with many, many people in the community. The district has the benefit of being able to serve many […]
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Mudpies and Lullabies
Interview with Alissa Guthrie, Co-Owner Mudpies and Lullabies has been a mainstay in Bend for a long time. What is the history of the school? Yes, Mudpies and Lullabies has been a mainstay of early childhood education in Bend for almost 30 years! Founded by Anne Williams on the belief that children learn best through […]
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Free Spirit Yoga Ninja Play
Interview with Rachel Augustine, Co-Owner Will you tell us a little about your kids’ yoga program? Kids yoga has been at the heart of Free Spirit since we opened in 2019. As a mom, longtime yoga teacher and someone with a background in art and design, I created the program to help kids grow into […]
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Chill Out!
These easy-to-make frozen treats are a two-for-one win – providing a fun, engaging kitchen project on the one hand, while enjoying what you made the next day. Made with simple ingredients that you likely have on hand, these recipes require nothing more than mixing, a bit of blending, dipping and freezing – minimal effort for […]
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Always a Good Time
Nothing says summer like packing up the cooler and heading out to a festival. Although Central Oregon is famous for hosting some of the best music and special events festivals, with kids in tow, it’s a whole different ball game. Before you go, knowing what to expect and what to bring can ensure your family […]
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Expert Q & A: Sean Minnard, co-founder of Apogee Bend
Q: How has education changed over the years in this country? What have teachers and parents learned regarding how children thrive best in the school environment? A: Unfortunately, traditional education hasn’t changed. Public and private schools still focus heavily on academics and don’t focus on the whole human or preparing kids to be future adults. […]