School Years

I became the proud mother of a teenager when my oldest turned 13 last March. My little girl has grown into a beautiful, strong young woman in the blink of an eye. She's got a voice she's willing to...

This content is sponsored by good2grow, but the opinions are all our own! Summer time is here, and that means everyone is ON THE GO! Whether it's running to camps and activities, road-tripping on a family adventure, or headed to...

Summer is a time for kids to enjoy lazy lake days, popsicles, and bike riding. It's a time for fun and relaxation. But, as parents, we also want to keep them learning. Here are some ideas to help kids build knowledge...

As an Elementary School Media Specialist (a.k.a. School Librarian), I have the privilege of being surrounded by children’s books every day. I also have the responsibility to research, purchase, promote and read a variety of books to my students....

Have a child that struggles with reading? As parents, we all want what's best for our children's health and their learning. So, it comes as no surprise to hear that vision and reading go hand-in-hand. In order to read well,...

A few weeks back a teacher at my son's school posted a picture of a typical school lunch in Fargo. This photo began to circulate around some social media groups with similar reactions of shock and disappointment. I understood those...

No matter what time of year it is, we love having so many great opportunities for our littlest kiddos to get their energy out. So we've compiled a list of all the preschool open gyms, programs, and activities to...

The weather is still hot, but we are just a short week away from the kids heading back to school! There are so many shopping lists needed for back-to-school, and we wanted to share our favorites to help you...

Most of us have heard the term Helicopter Parent; they are the parents who are quick to rescue their children for the littlest things, sometimes even going as far as completing homework or other tasks to ensure their kids...

School might seem so far away for your soon-to-be Kindergartener, but as we all know, time flies! Preparing your child for Kindergarten can feel very overwhelming, as it's a big transition. This is a helpful guide to get you...