save money and time this school year: 7 classroom hacks for teachers Back-to-school season isn’t just for students, my friends. As thousands of schools have been opening their doors, teachers have been working …Read moresave money and time this school year: 7 classroom hacks for teachers
teachmama fab finds: a must-read for every parent — (really, it’s a life-changer) For years and years I have had a copy of this essay printed out and taped to the inside of a cabinet door. I first read it in 2004 when I think it …Read moreteachmama fab finds: a must-read for every parent — (really, it’s a life-changer)
how to make back to school fun for kids: 10 tips from a 12-year-old who knows This week marks the official end to summer, but if your kids are unusually cranky, maybe it’s not all because of the school bell. Maybe …Read morehow to make back to school fun for kids: 10 tips from a 12-year-old who knows
back to school tips and tricks: make this year ROCK #backtoschool #schoolsuccess Re-running this post today because it’s timely and packed with tips. Enjoy! School’s in full swing here, and I cannot …Read moreback to school tips and tricks: make this year ROCK #backtoschool #schoolsuccess
national preparedness month: what you need to know I don’t know about you, but for my family, September is pretty hectic. We’re all adjusting to new schedules, getting used to new faces, …Read morenational preparedness month: what you need to know
delaying kindergarten: our experience as parents and educators Should I send my 5-year-old to Kindergarten, or should I wait a year? What are the benefits of ‘redshirting’ my child for …Read moredelaying kindergarten: our experience as parents and educators
pokemonGO: what it is and what parents need to know Oh, friends. Those of you who know me know that Pokemon is one of my least favorite things in the whole, wide world. I struggled through …Read morepokemonGO: what it is and what parents need to know
everything you need to make it a ‘Finding Dory’ summer It’s taken over 12 years. But it’s finally here. Finding Dory hits the theaters today, and we couldn’t be more …Read moreeverything you need to make it a ‘Finding Dory’ summer
I’ve had enough of gun violence, so this is what I’m doing You guys. It’s pretty much time that we do something. I don’t care if you’re a Democrat or a Republican. An Independent or …Read moreI’ve had enough of gun violence, so this is what I’m doing
an open letter to my neighbors during the last month of school Hey Neighbors– I feel like I need to explain something to you. There’s been a whole lot of noise and chaos and crazy coming out of …Read morean open letter to my neighbors during the last month of school
migraines and kids: managing the ups and downs When Owen first started suffering from migraines, we had no idea what was going on. He had no idea what was going on. Out of the blue, he would be …Read moremigraines and kids: managing the ups and downs
Highlights Every Day app: THE must-have app for every 5-9 year old Friends, it’s no secret that I have long been a fan of the great folks at Highlights for Children and the wonderful work they do. But now? …Read moreHighlights Every Day app: THE must-have app for every 5-9 year old
chat and learn: NEW on teachmama.com — Office Hours! Every day, all day. Each week. Each month, all year long, I am asked all kinds of reading questions. So I’m officially opening up …Read morechat and learn: NEW on teachmama.com — Office Hours!
what is musical.ly and should I let my kid have an account? You guys. My kids have become obsessed — O.B.S.E.S.S.E.D — with musical.ly. And up until recently, only Maddy had an …Read morewhat is musical.ly and should I let my kid have an account?
healthy, quick meal prep service for busy families: Terra’s Kitchen I am always thrilled when asked to try new products or services that may make my family’s life better, easier, or healthier. So when I …Read morehealthy, quick meal prep service for busy families: Terra’s Kitchen
reading tip 6: laugh! #raiseareader I’m all about daily reading tips this month–tips for parents and caregivers about how they can raise kids who love …Read morereading tip 6: laugh! #raiseareader
reading aloud with older kids: what parents need to know Over the years, I’ve talked a lot about reading, but recently, as I looked back, I realized I haven’t shared too much about reading …Read morereading aloud with older kids: what parents need to know
raise a reader: daily reading tips Friends– Read Across America Day is March 2nd, and this year I’m doing a little something different to ring in this …Read moreraise a reader: daily reading tips
the easiest way to save for your kids’ college education Thank you Upromise for sponsoring this post. While this was a sponsored opportunity from Upromise, all content and opinions expressed here are my …Read morethe easiest way to save for your kids’ college education
busy mom? 100 reasons to plan a girls’ getaway weekend now Last weekend, I spent time away with some of my girlfriends in beautiful Destin, Florida. Ten busy moms all left their families for a girls’ …Read morebusy mom? 100 reasons to plan a girls’ getaway weekend now