The Half Moon farming method is a way to turn arid and semi-arid infertile areas into productive farmland in Chad, Kenya, and Mauritania. It’s a simple solution: capture rainwater by digging catch areas in a half-moon shape. Reviving this traditional farming technique has transformed the land and the lives of the people who live there….
Art projects and school supplies have always been essential parts of learning and creativity. Historically, classrooms and homes have struggled to contain the growing collections of materials and completed projects. Overflow can lead to clutter, lost items, and frustration for both parents and students. Managing this overflow effectively helps create a more organized and productive…
For many parents, finding a career that balances financial stability, personal fulfillment and quality family time can be challenging. The traditional 9-to-5 job doesn’t always fit the reality of parenting with school runs, attending sporting events and extracurricular activities. For people who enjoy making a difference in others’ lives, having the flexibility to work while…
Thank you to Booklist for including The Traveling Taco! The Traveling Taco by Mia Wenjen, illustrated by Kimberlie Clinthorne-Wong A mouthwatering exploration of the history of kids’ favorite foods from around the world From pizza to pasta and ice cream to French fries, some of our favorite foods have a surprising history, and…
My son is now a sophomore at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York. All the freshmen take a Foundation Year in which they learn fundamentals of art and design. In his case, he was with the same cohort of about 20 classmates the entire year. This is the art that he made: My…
As a working parent, when looking for an affordable child care provider for your kids, you must consider factors other than the all-important cost. While the financial impact rightly figures into your search, location, safety, and quality are also essential considerations. How can you find affordable child care as a working parent? Use this guide…
Today is Boxer Baby Battles Bedtime‘s first birthday! Happy birthday, Boxer Baby! To celebrate, I’m giving away 10 books. Please fill out the Rafflecopter to enter. I can only ship to U.S. and APO addresses. Boxer Baby Battles Bedtime! by Mia Wenjen, illustrated by Kai Gietzen Mom is counting on Dad to get Boxer…