Have you ever wondered how to un-spoil a child? I know that this can be hard, because you don’t even realize that it is happening and then BAM… you hear the disrespect in your child’s voice and realize that you need to STOP doing that for your child! With this post in mind, I askedRead More
This is, by far, the most easy and effective reward system for kids that I have done. As an elementary teacher, I tried them all (here are 5 reward charts that I’ve tried)! had marbles, stickers, charts… and then I tried Cotton Balls in our own home! This worked great and I have used thisRead More
Are you looking for fun ways to get your kids to love reading without them even knowing? If so, you are in the right place! Growing up I spent countless hours up in a tree with piles of books at my side (and usually a little candy, too). And this love of reading carried meRead More
Do you want your kids to learn their letters and words? Be prepared… its a lot of work… ready? Put in this DVD! (No, seriously!) This is almost too easy to admit, because I was a teacher, but it works. This is the easiest and best way that I have found! They are FANTASTIC!Read More
Taking the time to read with your preschooler (or toddler) is so important! It doesn’t have to be hours one end, just twenty minutes a day will make a huge impact in the life of your child (and it will get them ready for Kindergarten)! I was a teacher for several years, before becomingRead More
If you are asking yourself Should I wait another year to send my child to Kindergarten, you have come to the right place (I hope!). I have had to make this decision about Kindergarten with two children so far and I will make it with two more, but my answer will probably stay the same…Read More
