Last Saturday we popped into the Exploratorium for a Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) display and holiday food from Mexico and Guatemala. What a warm life-affirming community event families enjoy each year at the museum.
Read more…King of the United States? George Washington said NO!
During War of Independence, an army officer sent George Washington a letter, criticizing representative governments, and suggested United States needed a king. Washington decisively rejected this idea, and after the war ended, he resigned as Commander in Chief. Why is Washington’s voluntary resignation so important?
Read more…State Parks Are Open!
During the government shutdown, national parks are closed, or sort-of-open, but without any park information and limited staff. Fall is the perfect time to explore fabulous state parks throughout the United States. For example, in California eight old-growth redwoods state parks are open, and two state parks to experience desert environments.
Read more…Ancient Egypt in New York City
The oldest monument in New York City is more than 3,500 years old – it’s an ancient Egyptian obelisk called Cleopatra’s Needle in Central Park. For a treasure trove of ancient Egyptian artifacts, head to the Egyptian Art galleries in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Read more…Napoleon Bonaparte in Paris
Napoleon Bonaparte was a charismatic hero of France, who led a Grand Army to victory, and defeat. In Paris, everything about Napoleon is “larger than life” – monumental paintings, enormous triumphal arches, battle history at the Army Museum (Musee de l’Armee), and a majestic tomb.
Read more…Where to Stay in Yosemite
Find Travel for Kids best recommendations for where to stay when you visit to Yosemite – hotels, vacation rentals, campgrounds, and tips for visiting this summer.
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