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    • science experiments for kids
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easy ways to support teachers: back to school #QuakerUp| teachmama.com

easy ways to support teachers: back to school #QuakerUp

As a paid Quaker Classroom Ambassador, I am eager to share information about Quaker Up For Classrooms.    Every child deserves the best possible …
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get kid involved in back to school shopping

Getting kids involved in back to school shopping can be fun and easy. And not surprisingly, there’s a whole lot of learning that will happen …
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what parents must ask teachers before school ends

what to ask teachers before school lets out

For many, school has already been released for the summer (yay!). But for others, summer is right around the corner. That means we have a few more …
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Ways to Support Advanced Learners at Home_thumb[4]

advanced learners: 8 ways to support them at home

The following guest post is written by Natalie, of Afterschool for Smarty Pants.   Natalie shares ways she enriches her daughter’s learning at …
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when talking to teachers 5 tips for parents

when talking to teachers: 5 tips for parents

As a writer for Scholastic Parents’ Raise a Reader blog, I’m always surprised at what sparks the most conversation among readers. I …
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back to school : happy kids, happy parents

back-to-school shopping: the secret to keeping kids happy AND parents happy

Back-to-School shopping can be crazy, stressful, and anxiety-producing for kids and parents alike. But there are a few things we can do to make this …
Read moreback-to-school shopping: the secret to keeping kids happy AND parents happy
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VolunteerSpot: parents AND teachers can win BIG for back-to-school (sponsored)

      I’ve been a longtime fan of VolunteerSpot for the ease with which I can participate in and organize events at my …
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our super-special Kindergarten lunchbox love notes

One of my first, most distinct happy, happy memories was when I was six years old. I was eating my very first lunch out of my very first lunchbox, in …
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back to school shopping with kids

back-to-school shopping: get the kids involved

I can hardly believe it’s that time of year again, but it is. Last year, when we waited until (gasp!) the week before school to start for our …
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smart summer calendar: fun, focused summer plan for ANY family

Hip, hip HOORAY! Summer’s finally officially here!  Woo00-hooo! My melancholy, revved-up, emotional kiddos finally seemed a little less anxious …
Read moresmart summer calendar: fun, focused summer plan for ANY family

teacher gifts: creative group holiday gifts

This is a guest post by my friends at Volunteer Spot, just in time for the holidays and especially for those Room Parents who are scrambling …
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hello, kindergarten: blingin’ the backpack, boy-style

I’ve been waiting for two years now to bling Owen’s backpack like we did when Maddy started Kindergarten, but I knew I couldn’t make …
Read morehello, kindergarten: blingin’ the backpack, boy-style

how I support my school MY way — family mentors & kindergarten orientation

When I had kids, it was like hitting the jackpot in more ways than one. Not only did I have three little sweets to love on, I was able to play with …
Read morehow I support my school MY way — family mentors & kindergarten orientation

getting ready for kindergarten: summertime prep

We’re almost exactly at the mid-summer point, and before we know it, the new school year will be upon us. What can families do this …
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letter to share | teachmama.com

parent teacher notes: home-school communication

In my desperate attempt to re-organize our lives during the first two weeks of school, I created a few things that I’ve really leaned on …
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preparing for kindergarten–the last week

Many of my good pals and awesome readers have emailed me asking what exactly I’m doing to prepare Maddy for Kindergarten. I think it’s a …
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What a weekend. So incredibly proud of all of these talented athletes!

🏆 3rd in the state of Maryland for @sherwoodcheerleading 💙🤍

UMD Women’s Basketball won today— great job by @marylandcheer ❤️💛🖤

#lovethesegirls #cheerweekend #marylandlife #lifeinmaryland #moco
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This Sugarfina Advent Calendar is what your teens want. 

$33 shipped TO YOUR DOOR w my 10% off and FREE SHIPPING!

Normally it’s $60! 

I have been sharing my fave, super-COOL, Advent Calendars for teens and adults in my stories today!

This one right here was ours from last year, and we ❤️ LOVED it!

It is made by @sugarfina and each day we were surprised with FABULOUS sweet treats! 

Good-bye to the ole, crappy, tinfoil chocolates. We’re taking fun, new, and different candies each day of the month!

Grab it here: zulily.gfpv.net/MX9Ngn

#linkinbio @zulily #adventcalendars #adventforteens
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Hey #MoCo Voters, It’s #ElectionDay2022! 

Do you need a ride to the polls? If you do, @VOTE411 and @lyft has got you covered! 

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Did you have a chance to join my IG live today?

It was a rainy, gross Sunday here in Maryland, and I shared one of my top picks for the holidays—> LEGO but for BIG KIDS. 

Or GRANDPARENTS. 

Or PARENTS. 

Actually ANY grown-up who likes to unplug once in a while and CREATE. 

I showed how I was doing with the LEGO Flower Bouquet (🌷🌺💐🌼) and how many other awesome sets are 15% off and FREE SHIPPING (yayyyyy!!) over on @zulily 💜. 

Check it out. They’ve got a ton of sets to choose from, like 
Marvel, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Friends, Disney, Mario Bros—you name it. 

Find them here: https://zulily.gfpv.net/jWqkmn

Fab prices + free shipping = BIG WIN. 

#linkinbio #ad #LEGOforgrownups #everyonelovesLEGO #holidaypicks
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LEGO at 15% off and FREE SHIPPING! 

Check out the AWESOME set that is PERFECT for teens, grandparents, and ANY grownup who likes to create! 

This bouquet will last forever!

🌼🌷🌺💐

Use this link —> zulily.gfpv.net/jWqkmn

#bestgiftsforkids #grandparentgifts #ad #LEGOforgrownups @zulily
View
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WHAT HAS ARRIVED FROM @zulily !?

Since Zulily carries such a vast array of items, it could be ANYthing: 

💜 boutique-style clothes or shoes

🤍 brand-name clothing & shoes

💜 toys

🤍 books or magazines 

💜 pantry items, snacks, & treats

🤍 haircare or cosmetics 

💜 pet toys, treats, or accessories 

🤍 personalized gifts

💜 houseplants, seeds, or bulbs

🤍 basics for kids through adults

💜 craft supplies and kits

🤍 furniture or home goods

💜 designer handbags, sunglasses, or belts

🤍 luxury items and gifts

💜 sports equipment 

🤍 sports gear for ALL fans—NFL, MLB, NCAA, you name it

💜 small appliances & kitchen items

🤍 towels, sheets, blankets, linens

💜 home storage & organization items

🤍 coats, hats, scarves 

💜 just about anything you can imagine!

Follow my stories for the deals and steals for families and educators, or check the Zulily Highlight!

Especially now—as we move into the exciting holiday season—I will more frequently share items, and they will MOVE QUICKLY! 

So make sure you are checking in regularly, and please—if you are looking for specific items and a specific price point, let me know! 

I am happy to do some research to help you out!

💜🤍💜🤍💜

#zulilypartner #linkinbio #ad #holiday #giftgiving bestgifts

Want to check it out for yourself? zulily.gfpv.net/teachmama
View
Open
🟦🟥🟩🟨

THE best toy for kids—and classrooms!—is on sale right now. 

The 101-piece PicassoTile Building Set (WITH CARRYING CASE!)
is only $34.99 on Zulily WITH an extra 15% off!

Stock up—think: teachers, daycare providers, classrooms!
AND birthdays, holidays or rainy days!

This is a toy that I cannot recommend highly enough—perfect for littles through elemor middle school. 

From a tween I know and love: The *click* of the magnetic blocks is so satisfying, and honestly, they’re just really fun and relaxing to use. 

🟦🟪🟧🟩

here’s the link that will get you AN ADDITIONAL 15% off —> zulily.gfpv.net/JrDdbE

And remember: FREE SHIPPING ON orders of $89+

#ad #linkinbio #besttoysforkids #dealoftheday

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