If you’ve ever watched your child take apart a toy just to see how it works—or doodle a dragon in the middle of math homework—you know this: kids are naturally creative. Pair that with resilience, and you get the magic formula for lifelong confidence.
This month inside Roots to Wings, we explored that powerful pairing: creativity to imagine new paths, and resilience to keep going when those paths get bumpy.
And sometimes resilience shows up in the quirkiest ways.
Take the recent story of a 4-year-old who dialed 911—not because of an emergency, but because he wanted to talk… about swimming. On the other end of the line, the police could have scolded him. Instead, they chose kindness. They showed up at his house with balloons and turned the call into a birthday surprise.
Creativity sparked the call. Resilience shaped the response. And joy was the outcome.
It’s a beautiful reminder for us as parents and educators: resilience doesn’t always come from overcoming the “big” challenges. Often it’s in how we respond to small, unexpected moments. We can shut kids down or we can turn their quirks into opportunities for connection.
Check out the round-up of this month’s brightest ideas in our recap below.
Spark Grit & Genius in Your Kids with These 5 Keys!
Discover Jim Kwik’s “M.A.G.I.C.” framework—five simple keys to unlocking creativity and resilience in kids. Read More (6 min)
Mirror, Mirror: Let My Hero's Voice Be Clearer
A warm invitation to help your child amplify their inner champion—guiding them to hear the 'You’ve got this!' voice over the doubts and fears we all face. Read More (5 min)
Stop protecting your child from failure (here’s why)
Let go of overprotecting your child—embracing failure helps them build creativity, resilience, and a growth mindset by learning that mistakes are stepping stones, not setbacks. Read More (5 min)
5 Traits of Successful Homeschool Parents
A nurturing reminder that you don’t have to be perfect to homeschool—embracing patience, organization, creativity, commitment, and flexibility helps families not just get by, but truly thrive. Read More (10 min)
Can Your Kid Have a Self-Paced, Happy Education… AND High Academic Standards?
A refreshing reminder that joy and flexibility aren’t academic opposites—through playful, project-based learning and strong parent-child connection, kids can thrive both emotionally and intellectually. Read More (8 min)
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Making Waves of Joy – August Wallpaper
This month, our playful guide is the dolphin—nature’s cheerful communicator—here to remind us that connection, laughter, and teamwork can turn any tide.
Fun fact: Dolphins use unique whistles to “call” each other by name! They’re social, smart, and thrive when they stick together as a pod. Amazing, right?
Just like dolphins, emotionally connected kids know the power of empathy and teamwork. When we listen, share, and support one another, we create waves of joy that ripple far beyond ourselves. 🌊💙
🐬✨ Tip: Download this month’s dolphin wallpaper as a bright reminder to stay playful, keep communicating, and celebrate the joy of being connected.
The four of us have been on the road a lot this summer — traveling, meeting families, and gathering new sparks of inspiration. Now we’re finally settling back home, and honestly? It feels good. There’s something comforting about easing back into routines as September rolls in.
And since all that travel (and even just everyday errands) adds up, we’ve been loving Upside. Whether it’s filling up on gas or grabbing groceries, it’s a simple way to pocket a little extra — up to $0.25/gallon at the pump and an average of 8–10% cash back at restaurants and grocery stores. Think of it as a resilience boost for the family budget. Grab the app for free here →
We’ll be popping in with a Bonus Edition soon, and then diving into September’s theme of Health & Well-Being — a fresh chance to care for minds, bodies, and hearts together.
Your friends at REK,
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