Educations Matters: Diverse Children's Book Reviews
My blog covers education and children’s books. When I cover parenting issues, it usually contains book recommendations. Parenting topics include academic subjects, summer learning, bullying, special needs, fitness and more.
My 14-year-old son’s Exotic Fruit Challenge: Cherimoya (Take 2, fresh from the Farmers’ Market!). The first time we all tried Cherimoya, we were not fans. MaryAnne of Mama Smiles suggested that our fruit, being imported, might not have been at its peak ripeness. She was right! When we tried it again, this time from a…
My 13-year-old son’s Exotic Fruit Challenge: Kumquat My son and I started down this exotic fruit challenge a few years ago, and it’s been a fun adventure to try new things. This challenge is the kumquat that you eat in its entirety. Kumquats are very small, about the size of large olives. I have a…
You studied hard to get accepted into your dream college or university and now that you are finally on your way to a new stage of your life, you might feel anxious that you might not belong or fit anywhere once you arrive at your new school. The first few weeks or months of college…
My 14-year-old son’s Exotic Fruit Challenge: Guyabano or Soursop. It’s also known as custard apple, guanabana, and Brazilian paw paw. Soursop is the fruit of Annona muricata, a broadleaf, flowering, evergreen tree. The exact origin is unknown; it is native to the tropical regions of the Americas and the Caribbean and is widely propagated. It…
If your pets seem to attract fleas like a magnet, you’re probably already looking for effective flea drops to use this summer. Fleas are quite annoying and tackling a massive infestation is not an easy endeavor. It takes time and patience to get rid of these nasty invaders. Here are some tips to help you…