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.
Fundraising is a fact of life in most school districts. In fact, in some communities, school budgets lack the funds for basic supplies. And, even when supply needs are met, there’s often little or no money for extracurricular activities, such as for field trips or sports team travel expenses. Whether you’re a first-time organizer or…
My 13 year old son’s Exotic Fruit Challenge: Snow Apple from China We were attracted to the fancy individual packaging. Could this be Snow White’s apple? It was worth checking out! Reminds us of: Honeycrisp Apple.
When most people think about Disney World, educational activities are the furthest things from their minds. However, this popular Orlando vacation spot is one of those magical places where learning is fun! Kids, and parents too, will likely be surprised at how much their Disney World visit teaches them. It’s no accident that these parks…
Last night, my daughter who just graduated from high school told me about her friend Roberto. They have been friends since 6th grade. Roberto is supposed to attend U Mass Boston this fall, but now things are up in the air. Why? In 9 days, his father is being deported to Guatemala. But get this:…
When I took a picture book writing class two years ago through my local community education program, I had no idea that I would be in the company of talented illustrators. Flash forward two years later, and three of us now have debut picture book out (or coming out). Jannie Ho has over illustrated over…
My 13 year old son’s Exotic Fruit Challenge: Dosekei. Reminds us of: watery Honeydew melon.
I sometimes use my blog as a digital scrapbook for my kids. I hope that someday when they have kids, they will be able to find cherished memories online via my blog. I’m chronicling my daughter’s Nordic Ski season here today. She started Nordic Skiing (cross country) as a freshman in high school at Newton…