Active Parent
It’s never too early to encourage your child to begin a lifelong pattern of written communication. Writing is not only a practical skill that all children... Read more
You are in your bed right now. You are finally asleep after a wild tale of wild things, a glass of water, several threats and... Read more
An Open Letter to the Younger Brother
At this moment you are sleeping in my bed. You have the company of two dogs, two cats and dreams that only know innocence. You... Read more
Three Unusual (and Highly Effective) Teaching Tools
What does it take for a child to learn? The answer, of course, varies from child to child. Teachers and administrators spend their lives working... Read more
Six Things Teachers Want Parents to Know
As teachers across the country go back to school, they are gearing up for a year of managing students and their parents. While most parents... Read more
Making Homework a Positive Experience for Everyone
Know the Teacher’s Homework Policies and Expectations You may have to call the teacher at the beginning of the year to learn her expectations. Some... Read more
Six Tips to Taking Your Own School Photos!
There’s a Web site called Awkward Family Photos that I think it’s hilarious! As the name clearly mentions, it’s a website that’s all about showing some... Read more
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. How will you get your family involved in the cause—a breast cancer walk? Volunteering? We want to hear all about it! Inspire us.

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