Christmas should never take anyone by surprise. Every year, there it is: December 25. Nevertheless, unless a person is smart enough to set up a Christmas Club account at their bank or otherwise tuck away a few extra dollars throughout the year or just be rich enough to be able to absorb all the
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4 Tips for Back-to-School Success
The back-to-school season is upon us, and it’s time to gear up for a year filled with growth, learning, and new adventures. Conquer the back-to-school hustle with confidence with these essential strategies for a smooth transition back into the school routine. Master the Morning Mornings
Kick Off the School Season with Reading!
Stanley’s School By: William Bee It is another busy day at school as Stanley and Hattie ready Little Woo, Sophie, and Benjamin for story time, playtime, gardening, lunch, and nap time. Goodnight School By: Catherine Bailey As the sun sets, a security guard arrives to
Create Lasting Memories
The back-to-school season is a time of excitement and new beginnings. It’s the perfect opportunity to establish unique traditions that will make this time of year even more special for your family. Here are some creative and memorable back-to-school traditions that will create cherished memories for
The Positive Impacts of Physical Education
Academic excellence is encouraged for all students, but the role of physical education (PE) is sometimes overlooked. However, the need goes beyond spending 20-30 minutes in a gym or outside. Here are some reasons why physical education plays such an important role for students: 1. Encourages
Combining Learning and Physical Activity to Help Kids Grow!
All kids learn differently. Some kids find it easy to sit and focus on the task being taught while other children learn better with a hands-on approach - something to keep them engaged as they are taking in the information. Learning is fun, but sometimes we have to find ways to help our kids make
Carley Coursey
Tell us a little about yourself. My name is Carley Coursey and I am married to Marty Coursey. We are new parents to a baby boy that we love more than words can describe! Marty and I will celebrate our fourth anniversary this September. What do you do for a living? I truly live in the
Summer Fun for Everyone!
When I was growing up, I remember spending my summer breaks playing outside with the neighborhood kids. We would ride our bikes, skate and play ball. We would take a break for lunch and eat popsicles later in the day. Other days my mom and aunt would take my cousins and I to the community pool to
Nurturing Emotional Well-Being in our Children
When emotions are high, people often act and do things they would not do on a normal day. When you are a young child, this might very well be what you do all the time. Consider this scenario: Bradley is struggling with his spelling words. Instead of screaming and giving up, he tells his dad how
Read with Dad for Father’s Day!
I Love Dad By: Joanna Walsh A dinosaur father and child share their day, from morning yawns to fantastic bedtime stories, in a celebration of the many wonderful things about fathers. Froggy’s Day with Dad By: Jonathan London Froggy and his dad celebrate Father’s Day with a game