Instill a Love of Reading
All the skills of educational development begin with reading. whether it is reading directions, for information or pleasure. When children are asked why they love to read, the answer often […]
There are two things that a woman can’t do without…a good friend and a talented hair stylist who knows exactly what you want. In many instances, your hair stylist can […]
From The Book Shelf: Empathy
Each month I spotlight two books guaranteed to delight readers and provide fun activities to further extend the meaning of each reading experience. With so many wonderful titles available, this […]
From the Heart: July 2018
Handy & Handy Orthodontics is our cover story this month. Dr. Gordon Handy and his wife Holly share their very personal story of their baby daughter Marie Claire. At their […]
Learning About Our Backyard Creatures
Through the eyes of a child, the outdoors is a mesmerizing world of fluttering, crawling, and walking insects and animals. The temptation for a small hand to reach out and […]
Ah! A Day at the Beach!
What’s something you’ve longed for, even dreamed of, all during the cold, cold winter? Easy answer! The beach—sun on your face, sand under your feet, and the sound of waves rolling […]
Great Amendments to Soil
Whenever the blade of the gardener’s shovel is pressed down into the ground, the gardener’s hope is that the shovel’s steel reveals a beautiful coloring of soil, mixed with a […]
Playing With Your Food: Summer Fun with Kids in the Kitchen
On a rainy summer day or a too-hot-to-play-outside afternoon, why not cook up some fun with your kids in the kitchen? Each recipe below uses ingredients that you may already […]
Cold Versus Hot
Accidents occur just as quickly as swift action is required. As parents know, one of the simplest applications for the inflammation and swelling of a pulled muscle is an ice […]
Must-Have Ideas for Your Patriotic Festivities
The Fourth of July is commonly associated with fireworks, barbeques, and parties. Planning events, especially for holidays, is one of my favorite things to do. If you are hosting a […]
