Monday Mojo – Four Reasons to Love Fall
Cool breezes, football games and pumpkin spice lattes all mean fall is finally here. The summer chaos is over and the holiday craziness has not yet begun. What is there not to love about fall? Curl up...
View ArticleHow To Teach Sequencing Skills at Home
Parents know that every waking moment for a child is a moment to teach them something new or help them develop a skill. But who knew you could easily incorporate a sequencing lesson during that bedtime...
View ArticleWhat To Do With All That Halloween Candy
If your kids are into trick-or-treating as mine are, we are in for an overwhelming influx of candy. It has been my tradition to pause candy-eating regulations for the night of Halloween, but strict...
View ArticleGiveaway: Books On Life Lessons
As parents, we know discussing topics such as bullying, coping with disabilities or accepting other’s differences can be hard conversations to have with children, especially with preteens and...
View ArticleKids Bonding With Grandparents
When I was a kid, we traveled across the country twice a year. Each trip was a pilgrimage to visit one of the sets of grandparents. I loved spending time with my grandparents, but because we lived so...
View ArticleMonday Mojo — Book Suggestions for Your Holiday Read
There is nothing better than curling up by the fire with a cup of hot chocolate in one hand and a can’t-put-it-down book in the other. Dive into the pages of these highly recommended books for some...
View ArticleSummer Reading List for Tweens
Summer should be a break from school, not from learning. Making sure that kids are reading throughout the summer is a great way to keep their minds active and ensure a smooth transition back to the...
View ArticleThen & Now: How Technology is Changing How Kids Learn
Although my teens are digital natives, it’s amazing to see how much technology has grown along with them. My oldest started kindergarten just over 10 years ago but back then, most classrooms typically...
View ArticleTop Vocabulary Games that Will Help Your Child Learn
Learning new vocabulary words can be difficult but practice makes perfect! Below are five vocabulary games that kids and families can play to strengthen skills and have fun along the way! Go on a...
View ArticleEight Ideas to Make Reading Enjoyable for Kids
Does your child enjoy reading? If not, in honor of National Book Month, we’ve put together these eight ideas to help make reading more enjoyable for them. 1. Give them a choice of what to read. Most...
View ArticleHow to Read Aloud to Kids
Kids of all ages love to be read to. I read occasionally to my high school students, who never once complained. I hammed it up through Edgar Allan Poe, chapters from To Kill A Mockingbird, The Catcher...
View ArticleLet Your Child Read to You
Everyone knows how important it is to read to children. Start early and read often. Choose books and stories together. Savor the moments – they’re gifts your children will treasure forever. But here’s...
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Writing Tips for Kids
Clear, concise, and compelling writing is crucial for success in school, work, and life. Clear writing reflects clear thinking. How to inspire kids to their writing skills sharp when they’re not in the...
View ArticleTestimonial – Kyndall’s Journey to Honor Roll
Every child is capable of achieving great things. Some kids just need a helping hand to jumpstart their success, and it is important for parents to recognize when their children need a little academic...
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10 Tips for Practicing Dictation with Kids
There’s a time-honored activity – some would call it a game – that lets parents quickly assess how well their children are mastering language arts skills such as reading, writing, speaking, and...
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How to Find a Book Genre Your Child Will Love
Knowing which genre of books your child likes best can help you buy books that will encourage his or her interest in reading. Each child is unique, and your child will not be interested in every good...
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Does Your Child Need Glasses?
While many of us notice ourselves developing eye conditions as we grow older, uncorrected eye problems in children can lead to reading problems. And while adults are able to identify when they need...
View ArticleSummer Reading List for Tweens
Summer should be a break from school, not from learning. Making sure that kids are reading throughout the summer is a great way to keep their minds active and ensure a smooth transition back to the...
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Five Summer Spelling Tips
Summer’s for slowing down, but not for shutting down! We want to keep our kids sharp, ready, and excited for the new school year. Here are five spelling tips you can do with your kids to improve their...
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Middle School Summer Reading Is Important – But It Can Also Be Fun
It can be easy to let your middle schooler’s summer reading requirements fall by the wayside. Many teens are reluctant to do anything academic over the summer and end up leaving their summer reading...
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