Overview: You probably set all sorts of goals for yourself. But do you help your kids set and achieve goals as well? Here are 5 important steps for helping them learn how to set and achieve goals successfully! We naturally set lots of resolutions and goals for ourselves in January. We notice those extra pounds that …
Overview: Looking for Christmas books for preschoolers which will grab their attention and help them to learn the meaning of the season. You can’t go wrong here! As Christmas approaches, one wonderful way to create lasting memories is to cuddle up on the couch and read books with your kiddos! Make the experience even more …
Overview: Got a kid who loves gaming? Want to teach him a valuable skill which goes along with this interest? Here are 10 coding for kids resources they’ll love! Our kids are growing up in a very different world than the one in which we did. Many of them have had smartphones in their hands …
Overview: Looking for interesting and engaging ways to introduce your kids to William Shakespeare books this year?!? Here are some ENJOYABLE ideas! If you want to introduce your kids to Shakespeare and you aren’t sure how to do it in a way which will cause them to fall in love with his plays rather than …
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Whether you’re looking for shark books and resources to use with your kids during Shark Week or you just have a child who’s a fan of sharks, there are so many great books, videos, and other resources you will want to check out! Put together a few of these book, activity, and documentary ideas and …
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Overview: Looking for read aloud books that your kids will love? Boys and girls alike love books which are filled with action and adventure. Check out these suggestions that my boys AND my readers have enjoyed! And get your FREE Printable List of read alouds as well! Pssst! This list is also a great resource to …
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Looking for some election learning activities? If you live in America, you’re hopefully keenly aware of the upcoming elections. No matter what TV station you’re watching, what website you Google, or what radio station you’re listening to, news about the candidates is all around us. Even though you might be wincing often and wishing the …
When I was in 9th grade, my English teacher, Mrs. Rensch, attempted to have our class read Romeo and Juliet out loud. She assigned parts to some of the stronger readers in the class and we gave it a go. It didn’t take very long for her to realize that we weren’t getting anything out …
Family traditions are so important! My husband’s family has a wonderful tradition that they have been passing on from generation to generation. My sons have been fortunate enough to be able to participate in this family tradition as well. Our house is located on a couple of acres which used to be the family farm where …
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Overview: History is one of those subjects that can be dry and boring – or it can come alive and inspire your kids! Learn these 8 tips for creating engaging lessons! Why is it that some people absolutely LOVE to study history while others hate it? Is it simply a difference of opinion? Or could it have …
