May 30, 2014
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As the school year is winding down, you may realize that you have an overwhelming pile of art projects. These projects represent a moment in time that you treasure and may also want to share with your child as he … Continue reading
May 28, 2014
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When I was studying to become a teacher, one thing that impressed me most about my mentors was how these teachers purposefully used bits and pieces of time for effective learning. I am talking about those precious minutes ranging from … Continue reading
May 23, 2014
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My son came home excitedly with a piece of paper from his school and said, “Mom, sign this so I can get ice cream.” A bit perplexed, I read the paper and saw that the PTO was organizing a “No … Continue reading
May 21, 2014
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Bringing yoga to the classroom offers a new kind of education for teachers and students alike. Yoga in the school setting has grown at a fast pace over the past decade. According to Karma Carpenter, founder and director of the … Continue reading
May 16, 2014
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Whether you love it or hate it…well, let’s face it, no one loves homework. Nonetheless, it is an important time to help your child get extra practice of basic skills or show his or her knowledge through a project. I … Continue reading
May 14, 2014
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British chef, Jamie Oliver, created a “food revolution” in the U.S. by revamping cafeteria lunches, one lunch tray at a time. He began by educating children on food, where it comes from and how it affects the body, and then … Continue reading
May 9, 2014
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I took this fun quiz from Parenting.com. The quiz showed that my son is a visual learner and my daughter is an auditory learner. Does this surprise me? No. Are the suggestions they give helpful? Absolutely. Take the quiz here: … Continue reading
May 7, 2014
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If you’re wondering what to do for the last few days of school, plan a grade-level talent show or one of the other fun activities in this blog. And, remember to recognize every student with a special award! This blog … Continue reading
May 2, 2014
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To keep your child’s brain and body functioning at an optimal level for hectic school days, fortunately there are a few key “superfoods” to help you out. If there were a magic pill for good health, it would already exist. … Continue reading