Education

One of the joys and challenges of modern parenthood is attempting a balance between active, educational, and screen-free play with popular and brilliantly marketed toys and technology. As I progressed through motherhood from infancy to the toddler stage, I noticed that many of the products available for children’s entertainment are flooded by white label makers. […]

 Parents often wish that there were specific tools for raising healthy and happy children. Though there may not be actual hardware available to achieve this, most families understand that over-using digital media and screen time as tools is not the best option when it comes to stimulating a child’s natural curiosity and imagination.  That’s why […]

  Each year, St. Patrick’s Day falls on March 17th. Though this isn’t considered an official, national holiday in the United States, in Ireland it is celebrated as a public holiday when schools and offices are closed. Most people associate St. Patrick’s Day with wearing something green to avoid getting pinched, though there are other […]

The first day of school is always an important event, but it’s uniquely special for most Kindergarteners as they begin their education journey. Even kids that have attended preschool programs will need some preparation for the transition to Kindergarten. Understandably, you and your child may be as nervous as you are excited for this big […]

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Sometimes it seems as if life is full of good-byes. This can be especially difficult for children who may not understand changing life circumstances that result in a friend having to move out of town or leave for another reason. Therefore, it’s important for parents to offer healthy support and guidance as a means of […]

 Motherhood can often feel like trying to navigate a winding road with very few road signs. This is especially true when it comes to finding fun and educational toys to stimulate your child’s imagination and keep them engaged without turning to digital screens.  My son has gravitated toward putting puzzles together since he was a […]

Fall is the most common answer when Americans are asked their favorite season. It’s a lovely interim between the summer heat and winter cold. Kids especially tend to enjoy autumn, with leaves changing colors and falling to the ground, Halloween decorations and pumpkins appearing, and the excitement of upcoming holidays. Of course, fall is also […]

There is a tremendous amount of fantastic children’s literature available for kids of all ages and backgrounds. Many school-age kids are exposed to books in their classrooms, through friends, at the library, and from their families. Younger children who can’t read just yet on their own often rely on their parents, older siblings, or other […]

The Easter holiday is associated with many traditions and celebrations, from chocolate bunnies to Easter lilies. Easter can be especially enjoyable for kids, as it often coincides with a break from school, signs of spring, and more daylight for outdoor play. In addition, Easter is a holiday that the whole family can enjoy, no matter […]