The “Yes Day” Roadmap
In the 2021 Netflix movie Yes Day, the kids get to plan a whirlwind day of fun and adventure for...
Rainy day? No problem!
Rainy summer day? Great! Round up the kids and the board games and make it a game day! There are...
“Life moves pretty fast.” – Ferris Bueller
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” -...
Muscle memory: Also for academics
We typically associate “muscle memory” with activities that call on consistent, repetitive motion like a golf swing, baseball or softball...
Turning reluctant readers into happy readers!
Is your child a reluctant reader? Summer is a great time to engage your child with reading that captivates, inspires,...
When it’s time to change, you’ve got to rearrange…
Transitions are difficult for many students, and this time of year triggers a shift in routine and activities. Many students...
Wait!
The sun is shining. Summer plans are in the making. But wait! Before you close the door on this school...
Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day
Today we pause to honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. We honor their service and selflessness...
When Covid meets the Summer Slide
The educational impact Covid has had on student learning this past year is unlikely to be known for some time....
It’s as simple as ABC
“Winging it” or “hoping for the best” aren’t great strategies for studying! Instead, we suggest employing the ABC’s of Creating...
A goldmine for the taking
With previously graded papers and exams in hand, your child has direct feedback from their teachers as to how to...
There are 25 more letters in the alphabet
There are many ways to accomplish a task and when your child’s chosen way isn’t working, model flexible thinking and...