As Thanksgiving approaches, it's the perfect time to infuse a bit of educational fun into the holiday spirit. We know you're always looking for ways to make learning enjoyable for your little ones, so why not combine the joy of Thanksgiving with some educational activities?Read More

Summer is a time for lazy pool days, sports leagues, arts and crafts camps, and vacations.  But you know what ELSE kids should be doing over the summer?  MATH!  Summer is a great time for kids to engage in fun and educational math activities. Yea, I said it.  FUN MATH ACTIVITIES! In this blog, I...Read More

Oh, the dreaded Summer Slide!  This is something that both parents and teachers worry about and try to prevent.  The summer slide phenomenon is where children experience a loss of academic skills and knowledge during the summer break when they are not actively involved in school activities.  The good news is that parents can help...Read More

Whether it’s a cozy corner in your living room, a special spot in your child’s bedroom or under your favorite tree in your backyard, creating a unique reading spot for your kids will motivate them to read and make diving into books even more fun. In our latest blog, I will share three ways that...Read More

Summer is the perfect time for kids to explore new interests, new books and the joy of reading just for FUN!  Summer is also a great time to build kids’ background knowledge with hands-on activities that help them connect to what they are reading.  In this blog, I will share a few ways to keep...Read More

The school year is quickly coming to an end, the weather is getting warmer and kids are getting restless!  For parents, the last few weeks before summer break can feel like a marathon trying to keep kids from completely checking out mentally.  In this blog, I will share a few tips that parents can do...Read More

Spring is an exciting time of year.  The weather is warming up, and flowers are beginning to bud on the trees.  As I prepare to write this blog, I can hear the birds chirping and see the soft billowing of my curtains as the breeze gently pushes through my dining room windows.  But just as...Read More

Spring is getting closer…the days are getting longer…and standardized testing is right around the corner.  Yes, it’s THAT time of year again.  It’s standardized testing time!  This can be a very stressful time for our kids.  In this blog, I will share a few ways parents can help relieve test anxiety, stress and pressure.  So,...Read More

How can you make math a part of your child’s day without it seeming like torture?  Before you drag out the “extra” worksheets you asked your child’s teacher to send home or reach for the flashcards, let me share some tricks that will help you incorporate mathematical facts and mathematical thinking into your day that...Read More

Winter break is a well-deserved reprieve from homework and daily school commitments…for teachers, students and parents alike.  Kids are counting down the days until the commencement of the glorious holiday break, but we all know it will be over before you know it!  Kids will likely spend more time in bed and on their devices. ...Read More