Tag Archives: learning

The FUNdamentals: Stopping Summer Slide

Summer Slide is defined as the loss of academic skills and knowledge over the course of summer holidays. When I…

The FUNdamentals: Identifying Letters and Sounds

As a former teacher,  I strive to incorporate simple learning activities into daily play with my four-year-old twins.  The trick…

3 Reasons Why You Should Read Aloud to Your Children

I’ve always liked to read books. From my younger days of hoarding Sweet Valley High Twins and Baby-Sitters Club books…

Four Things Motherhood Taught Me

Kids are great. There’s nothing that compares to the feeling of love you get when your little one gives you…

Hey, It’s Okay!: Comparing Your Child to Her Peers

If you are a mother, chances are you have heard advice against comparing your child to his or her peers.…