holiday note gift idea for families: unique, thoughtful, and FREE
These holiday notes may turn out to be one of your family’s most coveted and meaningful traditions!
It’s so easy for our little ones (and …
gifts that give back: ideas for kids and family #givingtuesday
Did you know that today is Giving Tuesday?
It’s a really simple concept: give.
Any way you are able, to anyone. Give.
The concept of giving is …
5 ways parents can show thanks for teachers and schools
Between Election Day, parent-teacher conferences, and field trips, it always seems like things get nutty in November.
The novelty of the new year has …
halloween class party: 10 quickie activities for that extra 10 minutes
Planning class parties can be a real struggle, especially when you’re rolling solo as the Room Parent.
But for years now, I’ve made it my …
free fire prevention resources and games
This is a post sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association and Sparky.org.
It’s October, which means I get to share all about the …
Ward’s Science: grants, lessons, products and more
This week, Owen and I had an absolute blast taking a look at some of the fab science kits that were sent to us from our friends at Ward’s …
tuition insurance: not even kidding–3 reasons you NEED it
It’s crazy, all of the things we need to think about as parents,
isn’t it? Healthcare, school community, family dynamics. Vaccinations, online
safety, …
online PD to fit your busy schedule
I
have been writing about the importance of meaningful learning for over ten
years, and whether you’re in the classroom or not, I cannot stress enough …
5 fun back-to-school rituals for busy families
Friends.
There’s no denying it.
Back-to-school season is in full swing, so I thought I’d take a minute to share a few fun back-to-school …
the teACh team: Advancement Courses Ambassadors
Friends, many of you have messaged me asking for more information about why I keep sharing so much about Advancement Courses, and I’m thrilled …
summer swim team: an absolute MUST for families
Summer swim has been a staple for our family for the last six years.
Ever since Maddy joined the pre-team the summer before Kindergarten, we’ve …
help for you to start saving TODAY for your kids’ college education
Did you know: When you open a Maryland Senator Edward J. Kasemeyer College Investment Plan Account, you could be eligible for a $250 or $500 State …
help end childhood hunger: free resources to get started!
Young leaders are moving mountains with Generation No Kid Hungry, a national movement of young leaders who are dedicated to the goal of the No Kid …
5 ideas for helping parents read with their kids: podcast
We all know that reading is super important, but how do we read with our kids when it seems like everyone is busy, busy, busy?
I sat down with …
get involved in Red Nose Day’s Joke-Ha-Thon and make a difference in children’s lives
First of all: What is Red Nose Day?
You might vaguely recall seeing people wearing silly, red clown noses in the name of raising money for children …
30 days of financial fitness: 3 cool resources to raise financial literacy in kids
As a parent and
educator, I know it is super important that my kids learn how to make smart
financial decisions now, before they go off into the real …
st. patrick’s day BRAIN TEASER scavenger hunt
Even though our lives have changed quite a bit since I started this blog seven years ago, one thing has remained the same: we love to rock it out …
lent for modern catholic kids | daily reflections and prayers
Cards have been updated to reflect dates for the 2022 Lenten season. Enjoy!
We’re one week into Lent this year, and I feel like we kind of …
be nicer than necessary notes: lunchbox love to help us stop bickering
We’re in a mad winter funk over here.
A serious winter funk.
Lots of snow days and delays grey skies and dreary days and indoor recess at school …
Be Internet Awesome—free resources to help keep kids internet safe
Friends, if you and your family are not talking openly and often about internet safety, then you really must start doing so now.
What better time …