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Bodies in Motion Blog
Practical articles for Boise families on keeping kids active and choosing care, camps, parties and activities.
Unforgettable Summer Adventures: A Day at Bodies in Motion Camp
What a day at Bodies in Motion camp looks like in Boise, from morning check-in and themed activities to lunch, afternoon fun and pick-up.
Read article →How to Find the Best Infant Care for Your Baby
How to choose infant care: provider types, safety, ratios, licensing, cost and what to ask on a tour, with tips from Bodies in Motion in Boise, ID.
Read article →Alternatives to Boring Team Building
Five fun alternatives to boring team building: community service, a field day, a team lunch, a ropes course and a retreat.
Read article →Why Host a Birthday Party Outside of Your Home
Why host a birthday party at a venue instead of home: it saves time, mess and decisions, and gives you privacy and safety. Tips from Bodies in Motion, Boise.
Read article →What Do You Need for Parents' Night Out?
What to know about Parents' Night Out at Bodies in Motion in Boise: drop-off and pick-up, dinner, activities, ages and how to prepare for your evening.
Read article →What Does a Ropes Course Teach?
What does a ropes course teach? Trust, leading by following, learning that failing is okay, picking up the slack and focus, for kids and teams.
Read article →Why Team Builder Courses are Great for Sports Teams
How team-building courses help sports teams: better morale, stronger captains, finding barriers, clear goals, better processes and problem-solving.
Read article →Ten Theme Ideas for Birthday Parties
Ten birthday party theme ideas for kids, from movie night and space to carnival and woodland, plus ways to bring a party to a kids gym.
Read article →Are Camps Only for Summer?
Camps aren't only for summer. What to expect from fall, winter and spring break camps, and how to find them, plus camps at Bodies in Motion in Boise.
Read article →The Ultimate Guide to the Different Types of Schooling for Kids
A plain-English guide to 13 types of schooling for kids: public, charter, magnet, private, boarding, immersion, Montessori, Waldorf and more.
Read article →Vital Considerations When Looking for After-School Care
12 questions to ask when choosing after-school care: staff, supervision, space, food, activities, holidays, late fees and cost. From Bodies in Motion, Boise.
Read article →How to Pick a New School
A five-step way to choose a school: list your priorities, consider your child and family, gather information, visit and apply. By Bodies in Motion, Boise.
Read article →Can I Get into a Last Minute Summer Camp?
Looking for a summer camp at the last minute? Tips for finding openings, staying flexible, and what to do if no camp is available.
Read article →Top Five Elementary Schools in Boise (2019 List)
A 2019 list of five Boise-area elementary schools to start your research. This list is from 2019, so check current details with each school.
Read article →What Can a Ninja Warrior Class Teach Your Child?
Five things a ninja warrior class can teach your child: fitness that feels fun, teamwork, resilience, patience and belief that anyone can do it.
Read article →Why Open Play Gyms are Vital for Children
Why open play gyms matter for kids: safe socializing, physical and cognitive growth, all-weather play, and how open play differs from a playground.
Read article →How to Pick the Perfect Summer Camp
How to pick the right summer camp: set expectations, narrow the type (day, night, art, athletic and more) and research local options.
Read article →What Does My Child Get From Summer Camp?
What summer camp gives your child: independence, an active mind, new interests and friendships. Why camps matter, from Bodies in Motion in Boise.
Read article →What Makes a Bodies in Motion Summer Camp Special?
What sets Bodies in Motion camps apart in Boise: themed camps that change every year, ages 4-12, 9 am-3 pm with before and after care, and trained staff.
Read article →What Should a Child be Learning in Preschool?
What do kids learn in preschool? Pre-math, shapes and colors, the alphabet, cooperative play, motor skills and independence, plus ways to help at home.
Read article →Five Reasons Why a Kids Gym is the Perfect Birthday Party Location
Five reasons a kids gym makes a great birthday party location: simple planning, a controlled environment, healthy activity, group bonding and all-weather fun.
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