super-duper deals on learning resources
Any time of the year is a good time to get kids' brains moving and growing.
So when I find really awesome deals on learning resources, I must …
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school: preparation, events, and activities related to children and school
how every family can start the school year off right
Several years ago, I wrote about how to make the school year a smashing success, or. . . actually how to make the school year as successful as humanly …
the learning match: connecting families with educators
The Learning Match simply connects families with educators.
That's it.
In this crazy, uncertain time we are all in, we all need help.
So …
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, …
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 rituals …
Have outstanding student loan debt? Debt forgiveness is available to you.
Did you know that if you're a teacher, the US Government offers programs that can lower your monthly payments and even provide a path for debt …
room parent 101: 3 tricks to make the year rock (and free tools to stay organized!)
So, you're a room parent this year, huh?
Whether you've been roped into it or whether you chose to take on this important role on your own free …
back-to-school deals at staples that families don’t want to miss
This past weekend, Maddy, Owen, Cora, and I did our annual Back-to-School Supply shopping extravaganza only at Staples.
But this year was a wee bit …
hello teacher notes: let kids connect with teachers
Hello Teacher Notes are a quick and easy way to make back-to-school a tiny bit less stressful.
This is another one of our fave back-to-school …
how to prepare your child for kindergarten — summertime prep
This time last summer, we were gearing up to send off my sweet boy to Kindergarten, and this year, it's my baby's turn.
Cora will walk into those …
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 …
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, brain …
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 …
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 child's …
the must-send email to teachers before holiday break (or after!)
Friends.
I know for a while, we've all been thinking about gifts and gatherings and getting our families ready for the holidays, and now we're all …
how to get kids to talk about school: what every parent must know
School's in full swing here, and if your house is anything like mine, getting kids to talk about their day is sometimes difficult.
I want to know …
positive classroom experience for all: Staples + Lady Gaga = Staples for Students
Recently, I've been thinking a lot about the role of kindness in the classroom.
And when I was approached by the good people at Staples about the …
5 reasons to see ‘Gifted’ the movie and discussion guide for families #GiftedMovie
Last month, Cora and I were flown out to Los Angeles for a press junket for Gifted, the new movie starring Chris Evans (, Mckenna Grace, Octavia …
pat on the back notes for kids who are trying their best
Let's face it, friends. Life for kids can be pretty tough.
It's hard to be a kid these days--harder than it was for us.
School was hard …
say something week: prevent violence or suicide in YOUR child’s school
Did you know?
When it comes to violence, suicide and threats, most are known by at least one other individual before the incident takes place. …