Even though I have one child 100% virtual and one 100% in person, they both get to pick out new school supplies and a new school outfit. Why? Because it’s a tradition that sets that excited, anticipatory feeling for going back to school. And, because my college freshman’s dorm room is her bedroom, I’m letting […]
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Essential Back-to-School Picture Books
As your children return back-to-school, read these essential picture school-themed books about the first day, separation anxiety, making friends, and being yourself. Honestly, I love how picture books can help prepare our kids for what to expect in new situations. (Although, there isn’t anything to totally prepare students who will be learning online. But you […]
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Download these 20 inspiring back-to-school quotes for your kids because as I send my kids off to another year of school, I want our kids to remember who they are. As they set foot in their classrooms for another year, I want them to know how strong they are. I want them to know that even […]
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Disclosure: This post is sponsored by The Boys and Girls Clubs of America. STEMming the tide of summer learning loss Kids are heading back to class for the new school year, but will your child be up to speed with his or her peers? Or, will the summer “brain drain” have taken its toll? Just how […]
Continue ReadingDon’t Miss These 2018 Back-to-School Books
We do a lot to prepare our children for the school year. One of those rituals, besides changing up bedtime and school supply shopping, can be reading books about going to school. Especially for our younger children who are still unsure of what to expect. This year’s back-to-school books offer humor, wisdom, and diversity. Read […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s New for 2017 Back to School Picture Books?
Each year about this time, we discover the new back to school picture books. Teachers and parents, you’ll find lots of great choices for 2017, great choices to be enjoyed by children ad perfect for reading aloud. 2017 Back to School Picture Books Here Comes Teacher Cat by Deborah Underwood, illustrated by Claudia […]
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It’s that time of year again — back-to-school! But for some children, it can be a worrisome time. Help prepare your child for what to expect by reading about other kids going back to school, too. These recently released (2016) back to school books might help. Also check out the books on this list of the best back to […]
Continue ReadingWeekday Breakfast Tips #QuakerUp
It’s time to go back to school and Quaker has asked me to give you some quick and healthy weekday breakfast tips. Plan for Calm A few years ago, I realized that in order to have a calm, organized morning routine (including breakfast,) we had to wake up 15 minutes earlier. Now breakfast for is our […]
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