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How We’re Quarantine Schooling

How We’re Quarantine Schooling

Quarantine Schooling was thrust upon us on Friday afternoon, March 20. I don’t think anyone felt prepared. The teachers. The kids. The parents. The next week was kind of a mess. Big emotions for all of us. An assortment of random assignments and computer sites 

5 Ways to Document Your Family Travels to Display, Share and Remember Them

5 Ways to Document Your Family Travels to Display, Share and Remember Them

If you visit our home, our family travel memories are all around you. Photos are blown up on the walls. Albums from recent family travels are in baskets close to the couch. There are posters of our favorite places down the hall. We love going 

10 Tips for Fishing with Kids

10 Tips for Fishing with Kids

Fishing with kids is one of those childhood musts to me. It’s an experience, yes. It’s also a way to learn about habitats and animals and patience and other life skills. I feel like I should put the disclaimer on here that I don’t even 

How to Use Reggio Inspired Emergent Curriculum with Toddlers

How to Use Reggio Inspired Emergent Curriculum with Toddlers

When we left the fire station it was clear our twins were fascinated. They chatted all the way home and all afternoon about what we had seen and done. They were running around the house putting out imaginary fires and asking me questions about fire trucks. It 

Thanksgiving Weekend in New York City

Thanksgiving Weekend in New York City

New York City is one of the most exciting places to visit for Thanksgiving. You get the city at it’s best. The Macy’s Parade. Colorful Fall leaves (if you’re lucky). A peek at the Christmas season splendor. With so many options though, what do you 

4 Top Tips for Enjoying the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with Kids

4 Top Tips for Enjoying the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with Kids

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade may be truthfully one of the least child friendly events in New York City. But wait, you’re thinking! There are balloons and floats and confetti and bands and clowns! How can that not be child friendly. I’m with you there 

New Children’s Museum in San Diego

New Children’s Museum in San Diego

When I think of a Children’s Museum the same things usually come to mind. A pretend play area. Maybe an art area. A pretend store. Usually some sort of water play. The New Children’s Museum will have you questioning all of those assumptions. The New 

5 Things to Know Before Visiting the One World Trade Center with Kids

5 Things to Know Before Visiting the One World Trade Center with Kids

I am pulse racing, heart thumping, sweaty palms terrified of heights. Despite this I have found myself in the tallest building in Milwaukee, the original World Trade Center Towers, peering from the crown of the Statue of Liberty and most recently the One World Trade 

20+ Animal Themed Unit Ideas for Kids

20+ Animal Themed Unit Ideas for Kids

“Let’s be squirrels today!” my son says taking a spoonful of cereal. “No. I want to be an orca.” his sister responds. She’s pouring more milk into her cup. “What if we be different animals in the ocean.” he negotiates. He eats some cereal while 

San Diego Day Trip Ideas That Will Have You Loading the Kids in the Car

San Diego Day Trip Ideas That Will Have You Loading the Kids in the Car

San Diego is a great place for families. The sunny, warm climate means they can be outside all the time. The whole city basically sits on an endless string of beaches. There are fun museums and parks and SeaWorld. It is full of fun kid