By: Anne Marie Holloway I think the most stressful part of my day is the minivan ride. I’m serious. I know it sounds ludicrous. Yep, I know it’s totally nuts! I don’t even go very far each day, but I find I spend a lot of time in my car transporting my kiddos from home to … More Minivan Madness – Better Warn the Kiddos!
By: Sandra L. Churchill Recent encounters at playgrounds, grocery stores, and libraries have brought me into conversations with parents who work full-time, part-time, or as stay-at-home moms and dads. I frequently connect with homeschoolers, traditional schoolers, and private-schoolers. My teaching and playdates span accommodations for ADHD, gluten-free, and lactose-intolerance, and I observe discipline styles that … More Choosing Respect
By: Rachel Ventura I grew up in Whitman, where, in my opinion, the best wooden playground of all time resided. I remember when they built it. It was amazing. I can still remember the smell of the pebbles on the ground and feel my stomach turning when I think of the tire swing. As a … More A Huge Part Of My Childhood, Almost Extinct
By: Martianne Stanger That means it’s time to practice, “Stop, drop and roll,” and, “Stay low and go.” It’s also time to check alarms, review emergency escape plans, and give a little extra attention to fire safety awareness. While you’re at it, enjoy some family fun! At home or at school, you can try … More How Will You Enjoy Fire Safety Month?
By: Tanya Pimental When I think back to my earliest happy moments in life, they involve dance. I took to dance early on in life, when I was just a young child. I focused on ballet in particular, and even now in my adult life, I often long to stand at the barre or to … More Young Dancer
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill It’s that time of year again …. College application time! Students are visiting campuses, filling out applications, requesting letters of recommendations and writing college entrance essays. When I have discussions with my students about college, I can’t help but think of the amazing time I had and the wonderful friends I made. … More College vs. My Life Now
By: Anne Marie Holloway “Mom?” he speaks my name quizzically. “How long have you known me?” he continues with a furrowed brow. I am elbow deep in old dress-up clothes and October decorations, focused on trying to figure out how to convince my kids that using the hundreds of costumes we currently own as costumes … More Old Halloween Costumes
By: Rachel Ventura I heart Fall. Ever since I can remember, it has been my favorite season. I love the cool, crisp breezes, the colors of the leaves, and the excuse to wear comfy sweaters and boots. My family and I also love all the fun outdoor adventures it brings. And of course, Halloween!! One … More Fall Fun
By: Mary Morris My son is 5 years old and just entered kindergarten. He came home the first week with homework. Say what? Homework in kindergarten? Since when? Isn’t that pushing it? I am not knocking kindergarten, but isn’t it all about painting, play dough and learning the ropes? How many early childhood teachers have … More What We Learn in Kindergarten
By: Martianne Stanger Have you been to King Richard’s Faire yet this year? We went on the second weekend it was open and my kids have not stopped talking about it since. Nina and Jack loved the swan swing! Luke brags about having shot a crossbow – even if it was just a tiny play … More Fun at King Richard’s Faire
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