Tis the season for colds & flus, fa la la la la la la la la! What a weird week in AZ, we had 80 degree highs, 40 degree lows, cloudy days, (yes plural) and even rain! With all of these changes, it seems like everyone is a little under the weather. Including myself… and […]
I taught 3rd and 4th grade for a total of seven years, and no time of year had me more scared than the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It wasn’t because of conferences (those are usually over by then). It wasn’t because of midyear assessments (that never phased me). It actually had nothing to do […]
To say you have NEVER mommy shamed it probably a little far fetched. Judging a mom on the way she is doing XYZ is something we are all guilty of, at some point. Maybe it was from before you were even a parent. Maybe it was because you yourself made that VERY SAME mistake in the […]
My family had many Christmas traditions. They involved music, decorating, food, movies, and gatherings. However, as we prepare to celebrate our first Christmas as a family of three, I’m interested in starting a new tradition; one that involves reading! So, I present to you December’s children’s literature post, a literary advent. You could offer these […]
I am not sure what is harder, being a full time stay-at-home momma and working full time from home (aka SAHWM) or working as a full time preschool teacher and have your daughter with you? I definitely have not mastered either, but I do have a few tips that have really helped me stay […]
This post is the second in a series on quality, timely reads for kids of all ages. This month’s list includes a variety of enjoyable fiction and non-fiction books to read leading up to, and on, Thanksgiving. Young Readers I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie by Alison Jackson (Preschool-Second Grade) This […]
Just over a year ago, when I found out I was pregnant with my first child, I was already concerned about child care when I went back to work. Staying home is not an option for us, so I started considering my options. That’s when I discovered the Infant at Work program. I am lucky […]
When you are pregnant, everyone begins giving you advice. Most of it will be unsolicited, and unfortunately, some of it will not be helpful. I realize that as a first time mom to a new baby, the advice is going to continue. Forever. However, I wish some of the helpful advice would have been relayed […]
I was a teacher for twelve years. One of the things I miss is creating and growing readers. As a teacher, I loved hunting for great books, sharing my favorite books, and recommending books to kids and families. This post is the first in a series sharing book ideas and (hopefully) helping you to create […]
