Kindergarten, Here We Come! Tips for Parents
I still remember the day my oldest, Kayla, started kindergarten. I had packed her little backpack the night before, laid out her outfit, and practiced saying goodbye without crying (just me, not her). I made it a little easier because she was at my school but it was still hard thinking my baby was starting school.
Greatest Tote Ever! Bogg Bag and Accessories for Families
The Bogg Bag is a stylish, durable, and washable tote made for life on the go.
The Force Is Strong with Family Fun: May the Fourth Activities to Try
Need some fun activities for your little Jedi’s? May the Fourth (Star Wars Day!) is the perfect excuse for a fun, themed family day. Here are a bunch of ideas ranging from low-effort fun to full-blown galactic celebrations
”Finding the Right Gift for the Little Ones in my Life”
Now that our kids are older, I struggle trying to figure out what to get my niece, age 5 and my great nephew, age 2. What my kids liked 15-20 years ago is different than today. Both of their birthdays are in December and then there’s Christmas. Being an educator, I always enjoy buying books and learning toys. These are some gifts I have gotten over the past few years. Interactive toys and books to help fuel the imagination and their love for reading. If you are in a similar situation in which your kids are older but you now have younger children in the family, I hope this is helpful. These will work for grandchildren too!
Positive Parent Participation for an Annual IEP
Now that you understand what to expect during an annual IEP meeting, how can you as a parent or guardian be a positive contributing member of the IEP team? Communication, kindness and flexibility are important characteristics to bring to the table.