Category: Parents

What Board Games Teach Children In An Electronic Age

When we see how much time kids put in playing with their iPad or XBox One, you might wonder if there is anyone under the age of thirty that still plays board games. Good news! People […]

11 Horse Toys Kids Will Love

From plastic figurines to the classic rocking horse, horse toys have long been a favorite for children of all ages. Nothing inspires imaginative play like riding a rocking horse and pretending you’re in a rodeo, or […]

Autism: Does the Neurodiversity Movement and Self-Advocates Know What Is Best?

The Situation Your toddler is turning age 3 and does not speak, communicate, or play. Instead, he runs back and forth flapping his hands. He picks up objects and flaps them in front his eyes. He […]

Monitoring Grades and Assignments: Tips for Parents In 2018

The rise of technology in the classroom has undoubtedly changed the way in which assignments are structured, dispensed, completed, and graded. With many assignments being posted, completed, and assessed through a password-secured online forum, it is […]

11 Cool Garbage Truck Toys for Kids

There’s nothing garbage about these garbage truck toys for kids! Whether your child loves to help taking out the trash (yeah, right!) waiting outside in the morning to wave to the garbage man, they’ll love having […]

Aggression and Self-Injury in Individuals with Developmental Disabilities: A Parent’s Perspective

Trauma from Abuse During a visit with our son who is diagnosed with autism, he displayed aggressive and self-injurious behavior. We thought we had driven this behavior into extinction years ago. Perhaps his medication needed an […]

Is A Digital Detox The Best Gift You Can Give Your Kids For Christmas?

While I am a big fan of using technology as a tool for learning, we as parents and educators need to help our children learn how to maintain control. Here’s the sad truth: Most children today […]

We’re On Tilt Over The Kiwi Crate

If there is one thing that seems clear to me, children learn different subjects through different means. Some learn best by reading. Others absorb information better through video. Not every child wants to explore science through […]

Family Time With the Doodle Crate

As my children get older, they don’t spend as much time playing with one another. This is especially true of my high school junior and her fourth-grade brother. One is interested in driving and hanging out […]

Our Koala Crate Experience Was Music To Our Ears

Most of the STEM subscription boxes are targeted at older children. The Koala Crate from Kiwi Crate is not like most subscription boxes. And if you are looking to get a great gift for a young […]

STEM Lab Deluxe and My Child: A Match Made In Heaven

Raise your hand if you’ve seen the Mentos In Cola trick? I’m guessing your hand is up (if so, you can put it down now). Did you know who the first person to show it on […]

John Hopkins: This Brain Exercise Improves Working Memory

Do you wish you had an easier time remembering facts and figures you just learned? Do you have trouble recalling the name of the colleague you were just introduced to? If you are like most people, […]

8 of the Most Stellar Star Projectors to Fascinate Your Children

Sleep is a magical time for new parents when it happens! Moms and dads everywhere search for that elusive key to bedtime happiness, and they just might find it with a star projector. These technological marvels […]

7 Most Comfortable Cot Mattresses for Your Little Tike

Buying a mattress for your baby is no easy task. You have to make sure that everything is in order before you pull the trigger. Finding a comfortable bed for yourself is much easier than finding […]

11 Puzzle Mat Picks for Play, Learning, and Comfort

You are looking for the best puzzle mat so your child can enjoy the hours of fun it provides. You may not have known how much sensory learning a mat can add to the average infant […]

3 Tips and Tricks for Teaching the Teen Driver

“Cop.” “Which side?” “Your side. At the light.” It sounds like a conversation between two wanted assailants that perhaps had tunneled out of Riker’s using plastic spoons and toothpicks. But, no. This was a typical exchange […]

15 Strategies for Keeping Children Safe at Places of Worship

The children are an integral part of places of worship. Their safety is paramount! With many hidden dangers when caring for children, it is very important to adopt policies and procedures to protect them. Below, are […]

9 Snow Cone Machine Picks for the Perfect Summer Treat

A snow cone machine is the ultimate way to get creative and cool down on a hot summer day. These treats are fun and easy to make — especially for kids! All you need to get […]

9 Best Toddler Swing Options for Kids with Momentum

Toddlers love to explore and play outdoors, and one of their favorite places to play is on swing sets in the park. However, you don’t need to organize an entire day and lug a diaper bag […]

15 Popular Pencil Case Options for Quirky Cool Kids

Whether it’s for school, art, or work, everyone loves a new pencil case. A schoolbag essential, a pencil pouch doesn’t just store pencils, pens, erasers, and rulers. It also expresses personality and encourages organization, tidiness, and […]