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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 …
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prepare your family for weather emergency

how to prepare your family for a weather emergency (especially in the dc metro area)

Originally published on 10/28/12 but republishing because there’s a winter weather emergency declared in the DC Metro area …
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noticing your kids: little observations mean a lot from parents

noticing your kids: little observations mean a lot from parents

originally published 9/17/09 but republishing now because it’s worth it–   Lately, I’ve felt overwhelmed by Cora’s …
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april fools pranks and jokes for kids | teachmama.com

april fools’ pranks and jokes for kids

      Seriously, April Fools’ Day is one of my favorite holidays, and I know that’s not normal. I just think April …
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what to do when your kids find their “passion”

The following guest post is written by A.J. Juliani, an author, teacher, and ‘learning addict’.   A.J. is a K-12 Technology Educator who …
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teaching left handed kids to write: grasp, stages, positioning

teaching left handed kids to write: grasp, stages, positioning

    The following guest post is written by Christie Kiley. Christie has the job I find amazing and awe-inspiring: an Occupational …
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reading tips and more: scholastic raise a reader blog

It’s been an incredibly exciting 2013 so far, with all of the awesome going on over at we teach and the sweet redesign over here at teach …
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how to build a stage | teachmama.com

an easy-to-build stage for the performers in your family

That’s right. A stage. So your kids can totally rock it out during your spring break Staycation.  Or so your house becomes THE house for …
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5 parenting secrets

5 parenting tricks for the busy holiday season

I know I need all the parenting tricks I can carry any day of the week, let alone during the busy holiday season. Though I’m not proud to admit …
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water bead free play: relaxing, soothing, & so totally worth it

During the school year, my kids are tired. Their days are long, the nights are short, and quite frankly, they’re just tired. Add an afternoon …
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keeping kids’ teeth clean during a candy-filled month

I am admittedly not a flosser. I rarely floss my own teeth, and I rarely floss my kids’ teeth. There. I said it. And though I am past the point of …
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morning evening schedule for early readers

morning and evening reminders for kids: easy reader style

Every day is a little bit different in our house—and everyone’s house. But deep down, we all thrive on consistency, on patterns, on schedules. I’ve …
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2 tricks to an organized school year

How do you stay organized during the school year? What do you do to not get lost in the sea of papers your kids bring home from school each …
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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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read and talk with your kids

3 ways to talk to your kids about books

I remember a time, not so long ago, when Maddy, Owen, and Cora would talk to me for (what seemed to be) hours upon end about things. Just anything.  …
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two ways to use shoeboxes

2 crazy cool ways to use shoeboxes

Let’s face it, times are tough for a lot of us, so it’s due time that we really begin to use what we have in clever and creative ways. How …
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what to do with children’s artwork

This time of the year, I always seem to be drowning in my kids’ artwork. The nifty system of organization I started in September has long …
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mind blowing math tricks

quick trick: mind-blowing math tricks

It’s no secret that I am not a math person. And it’s really no secret that my kids’ math skills will soon (hopefully!) surpass my …
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quick trick: how to teach kids to write number 5

Many, many children I know have a difficult time learning to write number five. Actually many children I know have a difficult time writing many of …
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quick trick: how to eliminate bickering

quick trick: how to eliminate bickering

Do your kids bicker? About where they sit in the car. . . or who gets the last bowl of the ‘good’ cereal? About who gets the first shower, …
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🏆 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! 

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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
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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
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🟦🟥🟩🟨

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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