I’m NOT an artsy person. In general, words and numbers come much more naturally to me than anything crafty. But doing a hand lettering printable somehow feels so soothing. My friend Lisa at Hand Lettered Design is such an amazing … Read More
With entire countries wisely practicing social distancing and facing lots of school closures, it can feel scary to even leave the house. Here are 65+ ideas of things to do outside with kids that are at home while still staying … Read More
Are you wondering how to structure your day while homeschooling, either permanently or on a temporary basis? Here’s how our family with 5 kids of different ages is structuring our simple homeschool schedule with a priority on outside play and … Read More
Are you looking forward to learning about China with kids but can’t travel there quite yet? Come join us as we journey to China as we explore from home! Photo by Hanson Lu on Unsplash Come along with us as we virtually travel … Read More
School days are packed! It’s difficult to meet all the curriculum standards and still have time for things like travel activities for kids. And while travel is incredible, it’s not always feasible, so I love also being able to explore … Read More
There are so many incredible resources out there for where to find diverse books for kids. This list certainly isn’t exhaustive, but I hope it gives you some great options for where to look. I’ve chosen to focus this list … Read More
Reading diverse children’s books has become much more common in recent years. Gone are the days of reading only white male authors. Instead, educators and parents have not only a wide variety of options but also resources to find diverse … Read More
This roasted beet salad with citrus is perfect for a family Valentine’s dinner. It’s festive, adorable, and delicious – the perfect kid friendly salad! Confession: I don’t often put much effort into side dishes for dinner. I typically focus on … Read More
When we first moved to the Bay Area, we lived in San Francisco for a couple of months in temporary housing. We knew it wouldn’t work long-term due to commute times, so we determined to make the most of our … Read More
It’s been helpful for our whole family to have our kids get more involved in the kitchen. Here are 4 healthy, hearty family dinners kids can make that our 9 & 7 year olds can do entirely on their own. … Read More
Would you like to start going on hikes with kids but feel it’s daunting to start out? Are you worried about tantrums whining and aches and pains (for you and your kids)? Here are 7 tips to make hiking with kids … Read More
I often have people ask what are some of the best places for a family friendly holiday. We definitely have some favorite family destinations due to their culture, affordability, and openness to children. Still, I’m a firm believer that most … Read More
I’m NOT an artsy person. In general, words and numbers come much more naturally to me than anything crafty. But doing a hand lettering printable somehow feels so soothing.
My friend Lisa at Hand Lettered Design is such an amazing talent. She creates all kinds of beautiful printables and even leads wonderful online courses on hand lettering.
She’s graciously created a beautiful “Stay Curious” printable for friends of Local Passport Family – for FREE! Especially during a time when many of us are staying close to home, it’s a perfect reminder to stay interested and engaged. Even when we’re not venturing far from our homes, we can still be curious about the world and people around us.
Since I don’t do a ton of lettering, I often just use normal markers for some faux calligraphy. These Duo Tip markers with 48 colors are a great value with lots of beautiful and vibrant colors. Otherwise, these brush pens are gorgeous and so nice to use.
I hope it’s a wonderful way for adults and kids alike to connect, be calm, and be curious!
