Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families

Painting the Desert: Georgia O’Keeffe

Nov 24, 2025
Explore the vibrant world of Georgia O’Keeffe, an iconic artist whose bold, colorful paintings capture the beauty of nature. Discover how the landscapes of New Mexico inspired her unique style, breaking traditional art norms. Learn about her early passion for art, formal training, and the influence of Alfred Stieglitz. Delve into her famous flower paintings and her trailblazing role as a woman in modern art. Even as her eyesight failed, O’Keeffe continued to create, leaving behind a lasting legacy celebrated in museums worldwide.
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ANECDOTE

Parent Teaches Money Lessons With A Toy

  • Breck tells a real parenting moment where his son declined a toy after using his own money.
  • The story illustrates how letting kids spend their own money can teach financial decision-making.
ADVICE

Teach Kids Financial Skills Early

  • Use tools like Acorns Early to teach kids financial skills with chores, allowances, and savings goals.
  • Let children manage real money to build budgeting and decision-making habits early.
ADVICE

Choose Interactive Screen Time

  • Try interactive, movement-based screen experiences like Cocomelon Sing and Play to engage young children.
  • Use ad-free, voice- and motion-responsive TV apps to combine play with learning safely.
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