coral reefs of Palau: The Nature Conservancy free virtual field trip and learning resources Right about now a lot of us are thinking about sun, sand, and surf. I know I am. School’s almost out, and over here, we’re …Read morecoral reefs of Palau: The Nature Conservancy free virtual field trip and learning resources
3 ways to stay connected with long-distance family and friends I’ve shared time and time again how hard it is for me to live hours from my parents and sisters, even if it’s only a three …Read more3 ways to stay connected with long-distance family and friends
The Nature Conservancy virtual field trip and learning resources: Wild Biomes– From America’s Rainforest to America’s Desert Any time that parents and teachers can bring learning to life–really make it hands on and real–I think they should …Read moreThe Nature Conservancy virtual field trip and learning resources: Wild Biomes– From America’s Rainforest to America’s Desert
belgian mussels with kids: a cultural adventure at home & trip of a lifetime We are so lucky now that our kids can literally have the world at their fingertips. With technology today and well-designed …Read morebelgian mussels with kids: a cultural adventure at home & trip of a lifetime
homemade ornaments for digital kids My kids are getting older. At 11, 9, and 7, they needed a little something different this year in order to get them excited about …Read morehomemade ornaments for digital kids
quandary: video game for improving decision-making skills I’m always on the hunt for worthwhile ways to sneak in some fun and learning into my kids’ days. And though I’m super …Read morequandary: video game for improving decision-making skills
ipad toy for early math skills: tiggly counts iPad toy? Right. When I heard about it, I thought the same exact thing. We’re inundated with toys, and my kids are lucky to …Read moreipad toy for early math skills: tiggly counts
fire safety connects with learning at sparkyschoolhouse.org Fire safety and learning? Right. Fire safety is one of those topics that seem to only come up either at a school assembly or when …Read morefire safety connects with learning at sparkyschoolhouse.org
get kids to read: Kindle eBooks for reluctant readers These days, with school in full swing and cool ‘big guy’ neighbors across the street and a travel soccer team to …Read moreget kids to read: Kindle eBooks for reluctant readers
how to talk to your kids about instagram It’s hard. For many of us with tweens, times are a tough. Or if they’re not tough now, they’re going to be. It’s the group …Read morehow to talk to your kids about instagram
keeping kids busy in the summer: tabletop surprises We’re keeping our busy kids’ brains moving this summer with tabletop surprises. Simple ways to keep Maddy, Owen, and Cora engaged when …Read morekeeping kids busy in the summer: tabletop surprises
online virtual playground for animal and science fans Admittedly, we’re a little slow on the draw when it comes giving our kids the ‘go’ on most online activities. I’m …Read moreonline virtual playground for animal and science fans
help kids start a blog: get them reading, writing, thinking, creating How old should kids be before starting a blog? Should kids even have their own blogs? What should kids blog about? How should kids even set up a …Read morehelp kids start a blog: get them reading, writing, thinking, creating
bing classroom twitter event: learn and win big! This post was created in partnership with Bing. Bing in the Classroom is something that I truly think every parent and teacher should know …Read morebing classroom twitter event: learn and win big!
bing in the classroom: 3 reasons parents will love it This post was created in partnership with Bing. It is so hard to imagine a time without the internet search. Any time there’s a question in our …Read morebing in the classroom: 3 reasons parents will love it
virtual travel: kids can explore without leaving home Springtime often means sunshine and warm breezes, park play dates and bike rides. But it also means rain boots and umbrellas. Long and …Read morevirtual travel: kids can explore without leaving home
mcgraw-hill education and NCFL: spread the word campaign March is a super-exciting month as far as reading and literacy are concerned. There’s a lot of happy going on–a lot of …Read moremcgraw-hill education and NCFL: spread the word campaign
analog twitter wall to build relationships and digital citizenship The following guest post is written by Drew Minock, of Two Guys and Some iPads and the Two Guys podcast. Drew knows his stuff. Check him out. I …Read moreanalog twitter wall to build relationships and digital citizenship
using iPad apps to create The following guest post is written by the amazing and incredible Susan Stephenson, of The Book Chook. Susan is my Australian friend who has tons of …Read moreusing iPad apps to create
game design for kids: innovation and creativity with #intelAIO My kids have long been interested in electronics and technology, but only recently have they been interested in trying their hand at game …Read moregame design for kids: innovation and creativity with #intelAIO