Source: Sawyer/Manifest Group Source: Sawyer / Manifest Group As a busy working mother, I’m always looking for ways to give my kids “more.” More as in access to activities and resources beyond school and home, and more opportunities to make friends and delve more deeply into the activities they are most excited about. Unfortunately, it takes time to research cool and … [Read more...]
From One Mom to Another: How To Keep Your Child On Track and Avoid The Academic Summer “Slide”
African-American army mom reading book to her daughter. Source: filmstudio/Getty School’s out for summer and now you have the kids at home full-time. Even though you’re keeping them busy with summer camps, family reunions, and other summer activities, this season is a critical time for children academically. When children don’t have the structure and repetition of a school … [Read more...]
4 Ways To Spend Quality Time With Your Kids Without Electronics
African-american family celebrating Easter together with their children Source: RgStudio / Getty These days we are all glued to our electronics, cell phones, televisions, video games, fitness watches, tablets, and more. More and more we are becoming virtually connected and less actually connected. This is especially the case for our children who are part of the generation … [Read more...]
Book Review: The Patience Song
Disclaimer: I was provided an advanced copy of this book from the author to facilitate this review. As always, all opinions are my own. The Facts: The Patience Song, written by Dr. Crystal Bowe and illustrated by Mike Motz, published in the USA 2018, 30 pages. Summary: The Patience Song is a story of a little girl who struggles with patience. Each time … [Read more...]
Book Review: Eli’s 1st Winter Carnival
Disclaimer: I was provided an advanced copy of this book from the author to facilitate this review. As always, all opinions are my own. The Facts: Eli's 1st Winter Carnival, written by Lisa Bowen, Illustrated by Nina Vanessa Pontillas, published in the USA 2016, 23 pages, ISBN: 978-1539843542 The Review: Eli's 1st Winter Carnival is a wonderful story of … [Read more...]