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8 Sensory Toys for Toddlers that Improve Mental and Physical Development
Posted in Parenting on June 27, 2017
Toddlers play to have fun and explore the world around them. It is important that you provide them with toys that allow them to develop their fine motor skills and hand - eye coordination. There are a lot of toys on the market that help develop these skills, but a toddler also needs sensory toys Read More »
What Does It Mean to Give a Child an Idea?
Posted in Homeschooling, Teaching on June 26, 2017
There are some teachers that we never forget. Some teachers have a special place in our hearts. They had something that the others just couldn’t touch. As children, we didn’t recognize it, we just knew that while in their class we never felt like we were learning and we always walked away feeling kinder and Read More »
The Importance of Family Involvement: Babies Learn Best at Home
Posted in Parenting on June 25, 2017
Study after study demonstrate the incredible importance of early childhood development— especially the role that family members play—in shaping a child from the earliest years. The examples and studies are numerous enough to fill out a four-year college degree (or more), but following are a few key facts. The Youngest Years are Vital The first Read More »
The Best Online High Schools
Posted in Online School on June 25, 2017
Your Guide to Online K12 Education Online high schools can be a fantastic alternative to traditional high school for students and families who need flexibility and customization. This guide will cover every aspect of online education and help you find the best online high school for your needs. Trends in education show that all forms Read More »
Mindfulness Introduction: 5 Minutes to Mindful
Posted in Lifestyle on June 24, 2017
What is Mindfulness? The term ‘mindfulness’ has been popping up more often recently, but what does it really mean? Many people think that being mindful means ‘being in the moment’, and they’re not wrong. However, there is a bit more to it than just being in the moment. Mindfulness, defined, is a moment-to-moment awareness of Read More »