2011 yearly archives
Should we turn our SCHOOLS into PRISONS… read on!
I recently read an article about how a Michigan School Superintendent is pleading the Governor to make his school a prison. I never realized how much money we funnel into the prison system vs. the funds we allocate per student in … Read More
Focusing troubles this time of year?
This time of year it’s especially difficult to keep kids focused in the classroom. By mid May most students have checked out and many teachers are holding their own personal countdowns to summer. Homework time is just so hard for … Read More
Running + Education = Empowerment
Today’s academic resource is not one of my typical educational suggestions or products, but a great program that combines two of my passions – education and running! Anyone who knows me knows how committed I am to both endeavors. Today’s … Read More
Is My Child Ready For Kindergarten?
This is the time of year when many parents start to ponder this very question. Even if your child turns five prior to your state’s cut-off date, you may be still be wondering if they are ready. Kindergarten is much … Read More
Great Reads for High School Students
Kick back relax and grab one of these great books! Friday Night Lights by Bissinger Marely & Me: Life & Love with the World’s Worst Dog by Grogan Twilight by Meyer I am Legend by Matheson My Sister’s Keeper by … Read More
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Good Book!
Check out these great selections for children in kindergarten through 5th grade! Cinco de Mayo by Mary Dodson-Wade Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by Joanne Mattern Celebrate Cinch de Mayo: with fiestas, music and dance by Carolyn Otto Cinco de Mayo … Read More
Reading With My Girls… Love It!!!
One of my favorite times of the day is when I put my girls down for the night. And not for what may seem like obvious reasons! I love it so much because the girls and I all read together … Read More
Computer gaming can be educational! In fact, I put together a list of 10 awesome education game sites. No need to feel guilty when your kids are surfing these sites! www.SesameStreet.org – Tons of education games for preschoolers. www.pbskids.org – Great … Read More
Here are some great Springtime books to share with your child. These books are recommended for young preschoolers to age 12. Enjoy reading and… Happy Spring! Birth-Preschool Spring Fever (Jellybean Books) by Sarah Albee, illustrated by Carol Nicklaus Spring Has … Read More
From time to time we will be featuring guest bloggers and I would like to begin our guest blog series with a blog from one of our parents. She and I were recently talking about encouraging boys to read and … Read More
