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How To (Really) Prepare for Back-to-School
School is going to start up again soon—are you and your kids ready? Here’s to really prepare for that first day of the new school year.
School Colors: Racism in Education—and How to Stop It
We got together with three DFW moms (via Zoom) to talk about racism in education and what we can do to change things.
An Overview of TEA’s On-Campus Instruction Guidelines for 2020-2021
Recently, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced updated guidelines for Texas public schools for the upcoming school year.
Getting Your Kids Ready For Middle School
Do you have a child starting middle school this year? See what leaders and experts have to say about how to help them with the transition.
Getting Your Kids Ready For First Grade
Do you have a child starting first grade this year? See what you need to know that will help get them ready for this upcoming school year.
Getting Your Kids Ready For Kindergarten
Do you have a kiddo starting kindergarten this fall? See what a few education and behavioral experts have to say about getting them ready.
How To Talk To Your Kids About Racism
Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, it’s important to discuss racism and prejudice with your children. These tips can help you start the conversation.
47 Kids Books About Prejudice and Race
As you educate yourself in matters of race and prejudice, pass along your knowledge to your kids. These 47 books are a great way to start that conversation.
Why Are Kids Regressing During the Pandemic?
A lot of parents are seeing unusual behaviors in their children right now. So we have to ask, why are our kids regressing during this time?
Are My Sub-Par Homeschooling Skills Ruining My Kid’s Love of Learning?
We spoke to a few experts about our fears while homeschooling the kiddos.
Introduce Your Kids to Photography
Have you heard “I’m bored” lately? Give your kid the foundation for a new hobby by introducing them to photography.
Graduate Gift Guide 2020
Spoil your graduate with these awesome gifts—from sunglasses with Bose speakers attached to personalized trays, your grad will truly feel special.
An Intro to Birding: How to Teach Kids About the Birds in Your Neighborhood
You don’t have to be a birdwatcher to teach your kids about local birds. Try these tips and fun activities for finding and identifying birds around your home.
Virtual Learning From a Teacher’s Perspective: What They Want Parents To Know
What is distance learning like for teachers? For one thing, it’s a LOT of work. We asked two DFW elementary teachers to tell us about their new schedule.
5 Creativity-Boosting Apps to Inspire the Kids
Do your kids need a creativity outlet while home from school? Here are some of the best creativity-boosting apps (and they’re all free!).
A Dad’s Confession: Why I Should Have Redshirted My Kids
My summer birthday kids are awesome. But throughout their adolescence, I watched them always having to play catch-up.
How To Help Your Kid With ADHD Focus on Schoolwork at Home
Schedules are key for children with ADHD. Keep your sanity with these tips from two educators who work with children with learning differences.
Tips On Surviving Quarantine From Local Mompreneurs
Check out these six tips from local mompreneurs on how to stay inspired and keep the kiddos entertained while social distancing.
Schools May Be Closed, But Teachers Still Showed Up for My Family
Our mommy blogger Stephanie recently had an experience where she saw her daughter’s teachers show up for her family in a big way.