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What I Learned at the Co-Op

by Rachel Orfila

November 06, 2008

My daughter's first preschool was a co-op. We've since moved on to a traditional preschool, but I have fond memories of the co-op, and I learned a lot during our time there. The teachers always came up with creative activities, and we often ended up doing them again at home. Here are a few of my favorites: Put bird seed in a big container in your backyard. At preschool we used a sand  Read more...

Four Great Day Trips

by Rachel Orfila

October 13, 2008

I don't know about you, but sometimes I find it hard to get motivated to venture out of our little corner of Southern California. Sit in traffic with a cranky kid? No thanks. But I promise, the places in this post are actually worth the hassle. Just don't forget to bring snacks and a Magnadoodle for when you're stuck on the 405.   The La Brea Tar Pits smell like fresh asphalt on a  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in long beach

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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