Sadly, the summer is almost over and it’s time to start thinking about Back to School. In getting the older kids ready for school, don’t forget about your Pre-schooler or Kindergartener. Give them tools that will help prepare them for school. Kid’s Academy is all about helping children learn verbal, writing and math skills in an…
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Back to School Meal Planning with eMeals
The sound of the school bell ringing will soon be a normal part of your child’s day. Whether your child is 4 or 14, adjusting to school is never easy. This transition can be softened with the help of one of my favorite organizational tools, eMeals! eMeals provides you simple breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even…
Back to School Coach Sweepstakes
Welcome to the Back to School Coach Sweepstakes Organized by Mom to Bed by 8 & MPM Network Bloggers. I know you aren’t ready to hear the words “Back-to-School”, but it’s coming! The displays are out everywhere I turn and the shopping has commenced. What better way to go back to school than with fashionable…
First and Second Grade: What Social Changes You Can Expect
With kindergarten behind him or her, your child is ready to take on first grade. Or maybe he just finished first grade and is moving into second. Either way, the first and second grade years bring social changes. Find out what you can expect as your child reaches these milestones. 1. More Interaction This tends…
Tips for Helping Your Child Develop Writing Skills
There’s no doubt about it – good writing skills are keys to success. From resumes to business letters, writing skills can greatly influence your child’s future. In addition, he or she will be more likely to perform better in school if he or she has good writing skills. So what can you do to help…
Six Questions to Ask at Parent Teacher Conferences
As a parent and an employee at my daughter’s elementary school, I am in a unique position when it comes to Parent Teacher Conferences. I’ve attended quite and few and I’ve observed even more. Unfortunately, more often than not, parents come into the conference with little to no forethought or planning. A parent-teacher conference is…
