How To Choose A Preschool for Your Child
*Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in conjunction with Bright Horizons. Let’s face it, kindergarten isn’t just pretend play and blocks anymore. The standards and expectations are both much higher...
View ArticleKindergarten Sight Words: Tips and Tricks
The term “sight word” is exactly that – a word we must be able to read in a split second when the word is presented without having to decode. Sight words are often used interchangeably with high...
View ArticleEven Monsters {Giveaway}
Putting four kids to bed is no easy task. Sometimes it’s the second hardest part of the day (morning rush takes the gold) and Chris and I try to take turns putting them to bed. But sometimes, it’s just...
View ArticleGet Ready to Read: How to Teach Your Child to Rhyme
One of the biggest signs of reading readiness is the ability to rhyme. Rhyming is also part of phonemic awareness (the ability to hear and play with sounds) and it should not be overlooked. Do you ever...
View ArticleTop 5 Thanksgiving Picture Books for Kids
I am excited to showcase five brand new picture books that tie in nicely with Thanksgiving! Kids of all ages will enjoy these new titles from Candlewick Press! They’d be a perfect addition to any...
View ArticleDiscovering Multiculturalism with Cultural Care Au Pair
Looking for a fun event that will foster opportunities for muliticultural learning? Cultural Care Au Pair is hosting a totally awesome FREE event this weekend that will provide hands-on learning and...
View ArticleSummer Learning FUN! {Brain Chase Giveaway}
Last night, out of the blue, six-year-old Aidan asked, “How many days until we can start Brain Chase, Mommy?” “June 22nd babe, remember?” “Oh ya, the day before Owen’s birthday.” And again last night...
View ArticleJeff Kinney, Diary of A Wimpy Kid Author, Opens New Bookstore in Plainville, MA
I can’t even begin to tell you how warm my heart was on Friday afternoon when Aidan idled off that yellow school bus with a chapter book in his hands. “Mommy, I’m on page 64. I read it outside at...
View ArticleLearning at Home All Summer Long with Brain Chase
So Aidan is our official brain chase kid this summer, who is already signed up for five hours of online learning each week beginning on June 22nd. We’re getting close! Just 13 more days to go! If...
View ArticleDonors Choose for Teachers: Staples Hits it Out of the Park!
I first learned about Donors Choose last year while I was working with the folks at Osh Kosh B’Gosh. They generously donated thousands of dollars to classroom programs of all kinds, all over the...
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