Tag: education
Learning Through Play at Zaniac of Westport
My son Ben is finishing up kindergarten in a few short weeks and I am so impressed with how much he has grown and...
Kindergarten Redshirting – Is Your Child Ready?
There are always new buzzwords in the world of education and parenting. For example, we have been hearing about “grit” and “sensory integration” a...
Teaching My Preschooler
Last year, I wrote a post about how I was teaching ABCs, 123s, colors, and shapes to my toddler daughter. One year later, my...
Learning Challenges Revealed
Despite what many might think, children and adults all across the globe suffer from learning disabilities or issues. The term "Learning Disability" refers to difficulties...
My Love/Hate Relationship with Preschool
My daughter started a 3-year-old preschool program in September, and we were all thrilled. She was excited to get a back pack, have a...
Fathom: A New Way to do Family Vacation
It’s always just about this time of year, when I’ve headed back to work after the holidays and straight into reality, that I start...
Teachable Moments for Mommy
When my friends and I talk about our kids, we seem to have big dreams about what we want them to learn. What to...
Effectively Communicate With Your Child’s Teacher: A Mom’s Guide
The school year lasts ten month and parents get approximately 20 minutes per year to spend with their child's teacher! Even though parents and...
No Time for a Sick Day! {Keeping Kids Healthy During Cold/Allergy...
School is well underway, which means that the inevitable sick day may be making its way to your home. The Center for Disease Control...
Tutoring :: What Parents Need to Know
As another new year of school is quickly approaching, I am always asked questions about tutoring. Does my child need it? Is it worth...