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Age 10 Birthday Party Ideas
Many moms struggle to find activities that are youthful enough for their 10 year olds without being overly childish. Children in this age group are often difficult to please as they fall into the category of early pre-teen and, as such, are in the midst of a challenging transition. To ensure that your 10 year old has a party to remember, focus on crafting an event that appeals to her specific interests and provides a plethora of diversions for her and her guests to partake in.
Costume & Halloween Party Ideas
Young children have a hard time distinguishing between what is real and what is fantasy, so scary Halloween costumes and party decorations could frighten younger party guests. Be sure all aspects of your Halloween costume party are age-appropriate for children. Aim for cutesy rather than spooky to ensure the children have a good time.
Limiting Summer Slide by Strengthening Reading Habits at Home
Most school districts across the country have decided to continue distance learning through the rest of the 2019-2020 school year. Summer programs are opting to minimize enrollment or are canceled altogether. Where does that leave you and your kiddos this summer? In many cases, the answer is, at home (again). Parents have spent the last…
Autism and the Future of Education in the United States
Rant alert. Last week, the new government confirmed, by a historic tie-breaking vice presidential vote, the nomination of Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education. Educators, teachers unions, parents, and especially the special needs community were fearful of this woman’s confirmation. Now, it has happened. In my opinion, this is yet another low for a new…
I Only Became A SAHM Because Of Maternity Leave Laws
Have you ever thought about how the duration of and financial compensation during your maternity leave affects your long term career and your family life? Ive had the benefit of working in both the US and Canada where parental leaves could not be further apart in both time off and financial support.