Spring break is officially over, so back to homeschooling we go! Did you know that learning AND fun can actually coincide?! I know, a novel concept, right? In all seriousness, teaching kids from home can, at times, feel like an arduous, daunting and frustrating task. Once the whining/pouting/complaining starts, it makes me feel like giving up! As parents and teachers, we want to provide activities that serve a purpose, while also giving kids a chance to learn in new and {Read More}
Activities for traveling with kids
March 19, 2019 by
Can you smell it?! I know I can. SPRING! It’s just around the corner….finally!! It has been a really long winter here in Chicago, so Spring Break couldn’t come soon enough. To say I’ve been pining for some sunshine is an understatement. Since many of you will be traveling in the coming weeks, hopefully to warmer destinations, I’ve put together a little list of activities that are perfect for kids to do in the car, on the airplane, waiting at a {Read More}
The BEST of Back to School: PARENT & TEACHER edition
August 10, 2015 by
It’s BACK TO SCHOOL time and I know many of you parents and teachers are in preparation mode. Gearing up for all of those special kids in your life, it’s time to get ready for another fabulous year! Buying supplies and creating unique memories can be time consuming and EXPENSIVE! Whether it is to help you get your classroom ready, create that one-of-a-kind gift for your child’s teacher, fancy up your kiddo’s supplies with personalized labels, or start a {Read More}
8 Moments Every Parent Needs PATIENCE
January 15, 2015 by
Terms like “Wedded Bliss” should not exist…because we all know that marriage is never pure joy 100% of the time. Heck, you’re one of the lucky ones if you’re batting 500 consistently. No matter how wonderful your spouse is, it takes an incredible amount of patience to create and sustain a happy home. The same can be said for parenting. While it definitely comes with a lot of GOOD, it certainly requires sacrifice and hard work. Similar to marriage, parenting {Read More}
