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When Parents Should Get Involved in Kids’ Issues ~ 7 scenarios for you to consider, What you SHOULD do……

August 21, 2015

1. Your child has an unreasonable amount of homework.Should you butt in? Not until you’ve done some serious reconnaissance work. “Make sure your child is legitimately spending time working,” not playing with the dog or daydreaming, says Jan Busey, an elementary-school teacher for nine years in Asheville, North Carolina. If that’s not the case, make … More When Parents Should Get Involved in Kids’ Issues ~ 7 scenarios for you to consider, What you SHOULD do……

Crafty Back-to-School Supplies

July 22, 2013

This year give your school supplies your own personal twist with these school supply craft ideas perfect for back-to-school. Changeable Carryall TinsNeed a handy place to stash lunch money, notes, or other small but important items? These personalized, changeable tins are just the thing. What you’ll need: Small, empty metal box, such as the kind … More Crafty Back-to-School Supplies

12 Signs That Your Child is Being Bullied or Is A Bully

May 18, 2013

As a Jr. High teacher I have to admit unfortunately, that I see bullying almost on a daily basis ~ some bullying behaviors are worse than others BUT it is still BULLYING! I have a strict policy in my classroom which I hope and pray travels throughout the rest of my building and my students … More 12 Signs That Your Child is Being Bullied or Is A Bully

Easter Crafts for Kids

March 14, 2013

Break out the crafts supplies and try these fun Easter projects the kids can enjoy (with adult supervision, of course!). From pinatas and puppets to spoon candy and Easter bags, the whole family will get into making these easy Easter crafts. Easy Spoon CandySweet candy spoons are the perfect treat for after Easter dinner, and … More Easter Crafts for Kids

Fun Valentine's Day Ideas For Your Kiddos Parties

January 24, 2013

Mad LoveMad Libs, with their elements of nonsense and the occasional (and purely accidental, we’re sure) off-color joke, are a perennial hit with kids.What you’ll need:a Mad Libs pageorigami paperyarnred paperhole punchscissors (an adult’s job)For each card, roll up one Mad Libs page, then roll a piece of origami paper (ours are 3 inches square) … More Fun Valentine's Day Ideas For Your Kiddos Parties