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Spring Cleaning or Summer Cleaning?

Because I am a teacher, I am limited to the summertime to get things done.  When most people are spring cleaning, I am smack in the middle of standardized testing at school.  So, school is out for summer (YEAH!) and I have been busy this week getting re-organized around the house!  First we tackled the … Read more

Kick the Boredom Blues with Kids Craft Kits

With the school year about to end, my daughters are so excited that Summer is almost here and are dreaming of lazy days filled with fun and relaxation.  But, does anyone want to take a guess as to how many days pass before we hear the dreaded phrase? “I’m booooooored!” I am guessing three days.  … Read more

Help Chrysler on a Road to Literacy!

Last month, I introduced you to Chrysler’s Road to Literacy program.  Because my oldest is starting her own journey to literacy in Kindergarten this year, the program is something I am definitely interested in.  Because I believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn to read, I think Chrysler has come up with a winning … Read more

Let’s Go For a Ride!

Now that winter is over (in most places) and Spring has sprung, are you getting outdoors more often?  My two daughters love to go on walks around the neighborhood or the local park.  While most of our outings these days consist of them riding in the two person wagon, it wasn’t long ago that we … Read more

Thank a Mom and Help Macy’s Support a Charity!

As Mother’s Day approaches, take a moment to send a free ecard to the woman that helped you make you who you are today……Mom!  Join Macy’s in their “Thank a Mom Movement” which not only celebrates Mom but supports an amazing charity as well.  For every ecard sent, you can select which charity Macy’s will … Read more

Green Your Education

Last week, I told you about the initiative and goals of Global Green and Pureology.  This week, I have been learning more about the program and what it takes to “green” a school.  Did you know that 20% of Americans spend their day in a school?  Many schools in our Country are old, waste energy, … Read more