WHO WE ARE
Educational and research consulting built for real differences
Founded by Dr. Angela Low, Ordinary Magic helps schools, early years centers, and health and community teams support children and families, grounded in the science of emotional intelligence, resilience, and child development. We believe inner worlds matter, adults matter, and differences matter, so instead of one-size-fits-all solutions, we meet people where they're at and offer practical, low-barrier tools that build capability and confidence.
WHY ORDINARY MAGIC?
Resilience isn't a superpower,
it's built from ordinary things.
Resilience researcher Ann Masten spent decades studying children who thrived despite adversity. She found that they had certain things in common- that were surprisingly ordinary. Having adults who cared, spaces they felt they belonged, having constructive and nurturing activities, possessing social and emotional competence (to name a few).

She called these ‘assets’ ordinary magic. And that's the heart of our work. Recognizing, celebrating and amplifying what already works, and building from there to bring in more evidence-based strategies that are practical and accessible… ordinary enough to be do-able in many contexts.
HOW WE WORK
Whether you need a spark
or a long-term partner
Build skills and strategies that resonate and stick
Workshops & team training
Evidence-based, interactive, and responsive to your group’s needs and goals. Our workshops shift thinking and empower educators, ECE professionals, healthcare and community teams to find greater ease, confidence and better outcomes in their daily practices. Participants leave with strategies they can use the next day.
Keynotes that foster connection and inspiration
Keynotes & presentations
From intimate parent groups to international conferences with 1,000+ attendees, we bring research, real stories, and a warmth that leaves the audience feeling seen and inspired. Expect a-ha moments, practical takeaways, laughter, goosebumps and that feeling you get when things just resonate.
A thought partner to bring great ideas to life
Strategic & research consulting
Working on something bigger? We work alongside organizations to develop curricula, evaluate programs, build parent engagement strategies, and transform how teams support children and families. Drawing on over 20 years of experience across education, public health, community, and corporate sectors, we help teams define goals, develop interventions, evaluate impact and improve their efforts.
WHO I WORK WITH
For the adults who make all the difference
Ordinary Magic and Dr. Angela Low work across sectors with organizations committed to raising and supporting children well. If the well-being of the adults around children is part of your mandate, we should talk.
Early Childhood Education Programs & Childcare Societies
Workshops, consulting, and multi-session training for ECE staff, directors, and networks.
School Districts & Education Leaders
Professional development, keynotes, and strategic consulting for district teams and curriculum leads.
Public Health & Community Organizations
Parent engagement strategy, staff training, and program evaluation for community-facing teams.
Healthcare Organizations
Emotional intelligence and parent engagement training for healthcare professionals working with families.
Corporate Learning & Development Teams
EI training and keynotes for organizations building psychologically safe, people-centered workplaces.
Conference Organizers & Event Planners
Keynotes and presentations for professional development events, conferences, and community gatherings.
"Angela was by far one of the best presenters I have heard in over 20 years. She shared her humanity and vulnerability with the group, which is humbling and so needed in our society."
- Workshop Participant, Caring for You Workshop, Dalai Lama Center
“Angela's presentation to our network of over 1000 parents was transformative. She created a warm, inclusive environment where parents felt seen, heard, and supported.”
- Alexandra Loos
Head of Education, Babilou Family US
“Angela gave great examples and was authentic and sincere and also very knowledgeable on the topic. I'd like to thank Angela for sharing her knowledge and herself with us as well as helping us to think about the information from our own perspectives.”
Kim Jensen, Board Director, BC Council for Families
