Helping Children with Organization and Time Management
Does your child have trouble keeping school papers and assignments in order? Do you often find that he or she could use some time...
Homeschool Resources: 17 Must-Haves For Your Shopping List
Back-to-school shopping is a fun and exciting time for everyone! Whether your children are attending public or private schools, they all have things they'll...
Middle School Books Your Kids will love from Schiffer Publishing
It is an escape, a vacation, a trip to another place and time; reading is an exploration, an adventure, and a place to go....
How to Choose a Homeschool Curriculum
One of the perks of homeschooling is that you have the freedom to choose your own curriculum and homeschooling style. There are a variety...
5 Reasons Why Your Child Needs a Dictionary
In this era of technological advancement, our children are being raised in a time and place where books are being shelved for good, printing...
The 30 Million Word Gap
A 1995 study found that by the age of three, children in low-income homes knew 30 million less words that children raised in upper-class...
Starting Daycare: The Most Important Items You Need
Back to school season can be a little overwhelming when your little one is starting daycare. There are so many things that you need...
Early Literacy and the Importance of Reading to Young Children
“The more you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss
A child’s education...
5 Signs That Your Child is Struggling to Read
For many parents, there is nothing quite like snuggling up with your children and a good book and traveling off into an imaginary world...
Advocating for Your School Aged Child
Every parent’s hopes are high as the end of summer approaches and we all start to get our kids ready for school. We imagine...
Early Literacy and the importance of Reading to Young Children
“The more you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss
A child’s education...
21 Practical Back to School Gifts for Teachers That Will Show...
Our teachers have a BIG job ahead of them this fall--continue to shape young minds as usual, but amidst a global pandemic with many...
The Role Of Genetics In Academic Success
Parents will always worry about how their child will do academically. Academic success is found to be linked to DNA genetics and some parents...
Fun And Safe Game Websites for Kids
With nearly five billion pages on the internet, searching for fun and safe game websites for kids might seem like searching for a needle...
THE SCOOP ON SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Every year parents face the tasks involved with the start of school. Kids need to be registered. You have to prepare your family to...
5 Steps to Getting Your Kids Pumped for Back to School...
The new school year is right around the corner, and that means moms and dads everywhere are already trying to plan how they are...
Awesome Toy Subscription Boxes for Homeschooling During COVID-19
If we are being totally honest with ourselves, we are going to be in quarantine for quite some time. That is why we love...
5 Ways to Make Your Child a Testing Rockstar
Spring time means many school districts are participating in a variety of state-mandated tests, which can be pretty stressful on kids. These tests play...
How to Beat the Stress of School Days with Carpools
Being a full-time mother is definitely no walk in the park, especially when it comes to school days. The stressful business of having to...
How Mind Wandering and Creativity Can Positively Impact Your Child
Typically, when you hear about kids with ADHD or even just kids with a tendency to daydream or let their mind wander, you most...
3 Key Tips for Helping Your Daughter Get Ready for Prom
For your teenage daughter, probably one of the most exciting high school experiences for her, and something she’s counting down to already, is prom....
What is an IEP?
In education there are dozens of acronyms that get thrown around by teachers and school personnel, so chances are if you have a school-aged...
What to Expect from the Upper Elementary Years
Your little kids are growing up before your eyes! Today we discuss what to expect once it's time to move onto the upper elementary...
Back to School: Lunchbox Gear
Part of starting school is packing a lunch. Packing a homemade lunch is often healthier than buying lunch at school. Having a cool new...
Gifts Teachers Will Actually Love
The end of the school year is upon us. Before you grab your kids and run off on summer vacation, it is time to...
Fostering Skills That Will Last a Lifetime with Homework
The benefits of homework are debatable. The National Parent Teacher Association recommends 10 minutes per night for first graders, then adding 10 minutes per...
How to Reach a Reluctant Reader
Arguably, one of the best milestones of childhood is learning to read. It's quite remarkable (and a bit emotional!) to watch your child blossom...
5 Effective Beginning Reading Strategies for Toddlers
Everyone knows how important reading is, and the younger you start with your little ones, the better. Preparing for your child to build a...
Drowning in Debt? See If You Qualify For Student Loan Forgiveness.
Attending college can come with a hefty price tag. Tuition varies widely based on a number of factors, including public or private, in-state or...
Research Shows Why Kids Need Recess
He forgot to write his name on his paper. It wasn't the first time, and unfortunately, I knew it wouldn't be the last. While...
Back to School: Unique Gear Guide
You picked up all the classic back to school items. The first day of school outfit is hanging in the closet, lunchbox is ready...
How To: Be a Preschool Supermom
As school registration begins in the spring, so does the parent responsibilities for next school year. Being a Super Pre-School Mom is totally attainable...
BACK TO SCHOOL: MEAL PLANNING 101
The lazy days of summer are behind us. Looking ahead, a full schedule looms: school, sports, work, music lessons, homework, performances, field trips, school...
8 Tips for Avoiding the Summer Learning Slump
Ahh, summertime! Goodbye routines and hello carefree days! While every mom wants her kids to have a fun and relaxing summer break, no one...
End of The Cursive Writing Era
Do you recall learning to carefully link your letters together, forming those odd-looking letters that somewhat resembled the print you were so used to?...
Getting Back on School Time
It's that time of year again! Back to school time. While this time of year can be exciting and refreshing we know it can...
The Best Spring Shoes for the Family {2021}
It has been a long, cold winter. Luckily, spring is right around the corner. That means it is time to freshen up your shoe...