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Roar Into Fun: Why Dinosaur-Themed Birthday Parties Are a Hit

Planning the perfect birthday party for a child can be an exciting yet challenging task. Among the myriad of themes available, dinosaur-themed birthday parties are a timeless favorite. This guide will help parents and dinosaur enthusiasts alike understand why these parties are a hit and provide practical tips to create a memorable event. Dinosaurs’ Allure…

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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…

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7 Cheap Ideas for Family “We Time”

Yes, we often emphasize how mommies need their me time. But, of course, family we time should never be overlooked. Its so important to spend time together as a family, whether you have one kid or 10! Here are seven ideas to get you started on your path to family fun. Remember, a family that plays together stays together! 1. Have a Picnic and Play Day

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Behold The Magic of The Six M’s

The following is a guest post by Jeff Lantos, a 5th grade teacher at Marquez Elementary School. This week my fellow teachers and I will greet our new students and begin implementing the lessons we’ve outlined in our plan-books.  Most of these lessons will focus on math and language arts.  In fact, most mornings will…