It’s almost summer break for many schools. Time to think about how to keep kids engaged and learning while away from school. Reading is the easiest activity to keep as a focus. If you have a home library or if you join a public library reading program you can 1. Encourage your kids to read… Read More »
Where to go? What to do close to home without expending a pocketful of cash? As summer plans kick into view, think locally. There are many interesting activities near home that cost little to nothing. Here’s a starting list of kid-friendly ideas. Parks, beaches, trails, rivers, lakes with activities Libraries, zoos, aquariums, art shops and… Read More »
The closer we get to the end of the year, the larger the stack of kids work you’ve probably assembled. Now what? Here are a few ideas from Family Fun (FF) magazine and from me. Let me now which ones appeal to you. Sit down with your child. to decide which papers they want to… Read More »