Learning Tools

Feeling a sense of limbo around back-to-school? You’re not alone! With so much uncertainty in the air, parents of school-aged children are getting more creative than ever, faced with “reimagining education” so our kids don’t feel a sense of limbo, too. Whether they literally go back to the classroom or school is strictly online, be sure they have everything they need.

We’re nearly through April of 2020, and though most of us feel like we’ve been cooped up inside long enough to last the rest of the decade, we still have no idea when things will return back to “normal” (though let’s be honest, that definition is always evolving and it’ll probably take awhile for us to catch up). Though one would think we’ve had time enough to get into a sort of routine or groove by now, most of the people I’ve talked to still feel less than motivated and have fallen into a creative rut. Even I’ve felt glum lately, and “working from home” has been my norm for the last four years! So, in light of all of this, I’ve conjured up a few things that could perhaps blow the blues away and make us feel a little lighter in spirit and a smidge more productive.

One way to encourage young children and toddlers to read more by themselves is to build a reading nook in which they can be comfortable and will actually want to spend some time reading.

Aaah, the dog days of summer… The sun is getting warmer and brighter, the days are getting longer, but not as long as they will be on June 21st, which will be the Summer Solstice in the Northern hemisphere.

From planning tips to ideas for summer activities, here is everything you need to know to plan the best at-home summer camp.