One thing I’ve learned as a parent is: kids love heroes. From the moment they latch onto a favorite book series or comic superhero, kids are obsessed. But what makes a hero? And how can YOU be one to your kids? Thinking about what brings that spark of admiration to my own boys’ eyes, I […]
DIY Personalized Name Letter Craft Tutorial
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Plasti Dip. All opinions are 100% mine. They say the first kid gets the baby album, and the rest get nothing? That’s how it’s been for my second son when it comes to putting name letters on his bedroom door! My firstborn had his […]
Loaded Nacho Flatbread Pizza Recipe for Summer!
Our family loves pizza! Pizza (and pizza dough!) is the main reason we can’t quite break up with grains entirely (even though we have made a decent gluten free pizza in the past!). Making pizza on a pizza steel (which my husband loves and thinks is the best way to do pizza!) requires us to […]
How to Teach Grammar to Multiple Levels Simultaneously!
You might think as a certified English teacher, I had no qualms about teaching grammar to my children. However, our English language is complex. I also love grammar rabbit trails! I need a program detailed AND focused to keep me on track and not confuse my new grammar learners. I enjoyed Logic of English Foundations […]
7 Must-Have Swim Items for Pool or Beach
We spent the last four summers as members of a swim and tennis club. We also visit our Connecticut shoreline frequently as well. Over the years, I learned a thing or two about gearing up for swimming with the kids. Here’s a few must-have swim items to pack for the pool or beach this summer. […]
Paint Chip Poetry & other Poetry Games!
Poetry gets a bad rap. Maybe it was force-fed at school. Taught by a less-than-enthusiastic teacher. Or perhaps the instruction got too technical. Too sappy. Too goofy. All of the above? The best way to cut to the FUN of poetry is simple. Play a game! Engage kids in word play with poetry games to […]
Summer Fruit Tea Recipe – Easy to Make!
You know what the best part of summer is? Delicious cold beverage concoctions we get to enjoy on the daily! Of course, as I have learned, these delicious treats are full of sugar and other bad-for-you ingredients. So I had to come up with an alternative. This summer fruit tea recipe will replace all those […]
Teacher Appreciation Gifts Show You Care
Think back to all the years you’ve spent in school – I’m sure you have more than one teacher who stands out among the rest. One teacher who graced you with the attention and instruction you most needed at that time. It’s such a blessing to have those people in our lives. Teaching is hard […]
Give These Relaxing Mother’s Day Gifts
What do a watch, a water bottle, a box of tea, and a book have in common? These relaxing mother’s day gifts will give your favorite mom just what she needs this year – time to relax! Relaxing mother’s day gifts Time to relax with JORD Wooden Watches Give the gift of time by giving […]
Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
I read this somewhere: Did you know MOM flipped upside-down spells: WOW? Moms have WOW-ability, juggling kids, meals, hubbies, jobs, house, and more! So if you’re looking to show a mom in your life that you love her WOW… here’s some thoughtful Mother’s Day gift ideas that are gonna make her day! Sponsored post. Thoughtful […]
