As the population ages and there is a greater prevalence of people suffering from chronic health conditions such as diabetes and obesity, the focus on healthcare in the US is growing. If you’re someone who wants to be part of this growing sector and wants to feel as though they are in a career that […]
As parents, we are constantly wanting to be sure that we are doing the best for our children. There are typical guidelines set for us to reference so that we can provide early intervention if needed. Infancy to age 3 are the critical learning years for human development. Identifying deficits or attributes early will give […]
As a parent, you know the importance of a solid education for your child’s future prospects. However, educating your child is not the entire responsibility of schools and teachers, and there are plenty of ways that you, as a parent, can supplement your child’s learning and instil in them a strong work ethic and love […]
After an extra long, extra cold winter in the Midwest, I get so excited for spring! One of my favorite things are ladybugs and they remind me of spring, so I have done many crafts and learning activities over the years with ladybugs. I will link some of them at the bottom of this post […]
Free Download and links for Virtual (Bitmoji) Family Themed Library reading Room for use in grades K – 2.
These fun activity worksheets are great for kids but let’s be honest, they are great for a LOT of adults as well. Print these out and give then to your friends and family as a quick test of their geography knowledge. I’m telling you. you will be surprised. (Are you smarter than a grades schooler?) […]
With many schools across the country still closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, teachers are having to adapt to online learning. While university professors can expect some degree of professionalism and digital-savviness from their students, teachers in a school setting face a variety of different challenges administering classes over video-chat platforms such as Zoom and […]
If you’ve dreamed of writing for a living, like Award-winning author Daniel Handler, you may not be sure what steps to take to get your work off the ground. Whether you plan to self-publish or go the traditional route, you’ll get much further if you treat your writing like a job. Follow these tips to […]
With most children earning at home at least some of the time right now, many parents are learning more about Common Core Standards and what they actually mean in terms of the work their children do. One of those standards is close reading. One of the foundational standards for literacy, close reading is an important […]
Early learning has been shown to be useful in the development of children and success in later life. It is therefore essential that, if you choose to put your child into an early learning center, you choose a reputable one. Assessing the reputation of a center is relatively straightforward. You can talk to other parents […]