Talking to Children About Difficult Situations
When tragic events happen in the world, especially in places that relate to you, it can often be difficult to cope with these events. Parents and anyone who works closely…
Author: Saki Iwamoto
I provide programs on health and wellness. I also promote the museum’s accessibility for children with disabilities or illnesses. You might occasionally find me playing the piano somewhere in the museum.
How Do You Define Health?
On Saturday, March 22, we will be celebrating our annual Healthy Kids Festival. In the event, the museum visitors will learn about health and healthcare through various fun activities. While I…
Enjoy the Olympics at Home!
The Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics/Paralympics will be starting soon! (To avoid redundancy, I will just say “Olympics” when referring to both the Olympics and Paralympics.) Watching the Olympic Games is…
What is YOUR Healthy Goal for the New Year?
Happy New Year! January is a good time to reflect on what happened in the past year and also have a fresh start for the new year. One year might…
Eat Some Healthy Soup and Stay Warm this Winter!
A bowl of soup helps you stay warm and cozy during the cold winter. Soups are often very healthful, and trying out different recipes and ingredients is a great way…
The Flu and You
Flu season has officially started. If you have ever experienced the flu, you probably know how miserable you feel with a high fever, headache, body ache, etc. When children get…
Fall has come: It’s time for apple picking!
The crazy, fun summer has gone, and now it’s fall. As the air gets cooler, you might feel that fewer outdoor activities are offered in the community. This calm, quieter…
Curiosity and Your Child’s Development
In September, we are focusing on curiosity during Tasty Tuesdays. Children are, by nature, very curious about the world. Even if your child’s temperament might be rather quiet and cautious,…
The Power of Play 