unplug to play and learn: 4 quick and easy ideas Guess what? It’s time to have our kids unplug. Yep. Right now. Right this very minute. Turn off the television, the tablet, the phone, the …Read moreunplug to play and learn: 4 quick and easy ideas
what your kids MUST know about plants (hint: they’re a big deal) Disclosure: This post was sponsored by BLOOM! to spread the word about its Educational Resource Toolkit. All opinions and stories are my own. Did …Read morewhat your kids MUST know about plants (hint: they’re a big deal)
5 ways to get your kids psyched for summer reading Believe it—summer is around the corner. Woo-hoo! Around the corner! As in like just a few weeks away! It’s May! Pools open in May. Weather warms …Read more5 ways to get your kids psyched for summer reading
quick and easy flower wish boxes It’s amazing how easily you can create sweet and easy gifts sometimes when you have a bit of inspiration. Sometimes it’s a walk in the …Read morequick and easy flower wish boxes
make this summer rock: Smart Summer Challenge 2018! Next up? Summer. I’m over the moon thrilled and elated that summer is right around the corner! This year, I’ve got something so cool …Read moremake this summer rock: Smart Summer Challenge 2018!
help kids stay in touch with friends when school’s out: autograph sheet I can’t even believe it, but school’s almost out for my kids. Though I’m totally psyched to begin our Smart Summer Challenge this …Read morehelp kids stay in touch with friends when school’s out: autograph sheet
how we are saving for our kids’ college and how you can, too When Maddy was born, we received a lot of parenting advice. She needs to sleep with you. . . . and She definitely shouldn’t sleep with …Read morehow we are saving for our kids’ college and how you can, too
yoga brain breaks: use fitflow to teach kids yoga moves from fit4Schools I am a longtime fan of keeping our kids moving and grooving so that they feel better and do better. And now that I’m back in the classroom, …Read moreyoga brain breaks: use fitflow to teach kids yoga moves from fit4Schools
teacher appreciation gifts for all of your kids’ teachers Friends. Teacher Appreciation gifts can sometimes break the bank, and I know that can be hard. But being a teacher myself, I can tell you …Read moreteacher appreciation gifts for all of your kids’ teachers
how to make poetry ROCK for kids (start now — it’s national poetry month!) Did you know that April is National Poetry Month? It is. What does that even mean? It means that this month is all about celebrating …Read morehow to make poetry ROCK for kids (start now — it’s national poetry month!)
two must-have freebies for families: books & more! Books, a craft kit, and more–all bonus freebies for you! When I see a good deal, I want to share it, and this is one I must …Read moretwo must-have freebies for families: books & more!
teach kids to give back: $250 volunteer grants for students I am thrilled to be able to share with you some super ways to teach kids to give back to their communities. WeAreTeachers has asked me to help …Read moreteach kids to give back: $250 volunteer grants for students
what can you do about gun control? start here. Friends, it’s time to stop talking and start doing. No matter which political party you stand with, the gun violence in our country has …Read morewhat can you do about gun control? start here.
last minute Valentine ideas for busy families We’re in the home stretch for Valentine’s Day, so I wanted to hit you with a few ideas that you could use today or tomorrow to make this …Read morelast minute Valentine ideas for busy families
support your students’ learning differences: micro-credentials for teachers For classroom teachers, understanding your students’ learning differences is important and worthwhile. Think about it: if the adults in a …Read moresupport your students’ learning differences: micro-credentials for teachers
secret message valentines: homemade, candy-free, totally cool Longtime fans of the ole homemade Valentine, I’ve had to get a little more clever and crafty as the kids get older. But I still want them …Read moresecret message valentines: homemade, candy-free, totally cool
what is a Kendama and why do your kids need one? My son, Owen, has been pretty much obsessed with the Kendama for the past year. And though I do stress that moderation is key for just about …Read morewhat is a Kendama and why do your kids need one?
black history month: resources for kids and families We often talk about race in our home, but lately my kids have become more and more curious about the struggles that many so many groups have …Read moreblack history month: resources for kids and families
kingsmill resort for a girls’ weekend getaway (and 100 reasons you need a getaway too!) Last weekend, I had the great opportunity to drop everything and head to Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, Virginia for a girls’ weekend getaway …Read morekingsmill resort for a girls’ weekend getaway (and 100 reasons you need a getaway too!)
books about kindness — must-have’s for older and younger readers How can you start to spread a little kindness now? At your home? With your kids? In your community? I’ve got a few great books about kindness …Read morebooks about kindness — must-have’s for older and younger readers