If you know me, you know I’m constantly working. If I’m not at my day job teaching in a classroom, I’m running errands, attending my daughter’s scheduled activities, wrapping up my Homeowner Association secretary responsibilities, or working in my office at my computer while everyone else in my home is sleeping. I am not complaining. … Read more
As a preschool teacher, I’m always seeking frugal crafts that can incorporate music and movement in the classroom. This week we are focusing on a safari theme and had fun making noisy shakers. This project is fun for toddlers as well as older preschool aged children. Supplies: empty plastic milk bottles buttons stickers If you’re … Read more
Prior to having our daughter, my husband and I visited Disneyland together frequently. We absolutely appreciated our Disney time as adults but knew it was a place where many families made vacation memories. Although we did not have any children of our own yet, the excitement and joy when a child first discovers Disney is contagious. … Read more
Living in the desert with a bug and reptile loving daughter, it is imperative to teach her about snake safety. We regularly enjoy visiting the Usery Mountain Regional Park and I was ecstatic to see the educational opportunity on venomous reptiles. My four year old daughter was very eager to attend the presentation and learn about rattlesnakes from reptile … Read more
I had an amazing time attending SoFabCon, the Collective Bias Social Fabric conference, in Arkansas a couple of weeks ago. Although there were so many great sessions and learning opportunities, one of my favorite events of the conference was the 80’s night. The only thing I would have done differently is bring along a camera. All … Read more
I knew instantly what I would make with all the crafting supplies I recently received from My Next Style. My daughter and I spend a lot of time at the library together. She loves books and asks to visit the library almost daily. I am very excited about her curiosity for exploring new books and have … Read more