by Tara Williams | Oct 23, 2020 | Portfolio
Autumn has officially arrived! Our attitude toward change – even a changing season – sets an example. If we look for the good in any situation, we can help our kids learn to adapt to change and embrace new experiences. So here are just some ways for you – and your...
by Tara Williams | Feb 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
As a physical education teacher, you’re well aware that movement and exercise have positive effects on the brain. “Letting kids move in class isn’t a break from learning, it IS learning,” as a 2015 Washington Post headline aptly sums it up. Deepen the mind-body...
by Tara Williams | Feb 2, 2019 | Portfolio
Any parent looking for the best in brain-building activities has most likely seen the excitement around LEGO® Bricks in recent years. An increasing number of parents and educators are recognizing the learning opportunities these little interlocking bricks can bring to...
by Tara Williams | Nov 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Every parent has been there. And it’s not pretty. The kids have tons of energy, but weather-wise, it’s not a great option for them to go outside and let off steam. This time of year, a parent who wants to get through those long weekends has to be prepared with a game...
by Tara Williams | Dec 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
How to get kids on board with purging old toys This time of year, with the avalanche of gifts looming ahead, it’s a great time to get something important out of the way: clutter. Toy clutter doesn’t take long to accumulate, especially if kids have grandparents or...
by | Dec 10, 2016 | Uncategorized
In an earlier blog, we talked about why engineering is so important to helping children develop STEM skills – skills they’ll need in order to advance in school, gain a good education and, hopefully, a good career. Again, STEM stands for science, technology,...
by | Jun 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
Math-phobia: Helping your child overcome math anxiety Some children seem drawn to math-related subjects while others try to avoid anything with numbers like it’s the plague. If you have a child who dislikes math, it can be a difficult hurdle to overcome. At its...
by | Mar 26, 2016 | Uncategorized
While not my words, this is important information for parents to consider as you select the activities for your children this summer! We do want our children to decompress over the summer and fun. Isn’t it great when we can find programs that allow to have fun...
by | Mar 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
2015 Kiva Zip Campaign Thanks to you we did it! We fully funded the Kiva Zip Loan – Now on to growing in Essex County NJ....
