Imagine a beautiful classroom filled with children who are fully absorbed in the activities that interest them most. The setting is inviting, independent and promotes a strong sense of community. Children of different ages help each other throughout the day with various pursuits. You’ve just described a typical Montessori day. Who was Maria Montessori? Italian-born…
Green BEAN Delivery is a dynamic food company that takes a multi-faceted approach to building local food systems. Our goal is to make healthy and sustainably-grown local food affordable, accessible, and convenient to the Midwest communities we serve. We serve our mission by building food systems and businesses that address our communities’ greatest food challenges….
MEIJER AND PRODUCE FOR KIDS® CELEBRATE FAMILY MEALS MONTH THROUGH FRUIT AND VEGGIE-FILLED MEALS Campaign encourages families to enjoy produce while raising funds for the Jump with Jill in-school nutrition show GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The healthy eating-focused Produce for Kids® campaign at Meijer stores kicked off over the weekend and is raising funds to…
Planning for your children’s future is one of the most significant responsibilities parents face. Ensuring that your kids have the resources, opportunities, and support they need to thrive is essential for their long-term success and well-being. This involves thoughtful consideration of various aspects, from financial planning and education to health care and emotional support. By…
Moving to a new home can be an overwhelming experience for children. It’s a time of change, new beginnings, and excitement, but it can also be fraught with stress and anxiety. Whether it’s a local move or across the country, the process of relocating can affect children differently based on their age, personality, and past…
1. How often do I really need a pelvic exam? Pelvic exams…what a way to break the ice! Recently Pap smear recommendations have changed, confusing… Read More
This is a GREAT question!! Kitchens come in all sizes with different storage spaces to work with. So, I will give several ideas that can be adapted to any kitchen pantry and frig. ZONE OUT. In both the pantry and the refrigerator, store like items together and make zones for everything: snacks, baking items, spices,…
Fort Ancient Earthworks and Nature Preserve has lots going on during the month of September. Activity highlights include a get-close-to-nature theme with interesting photographic walks to creating mobiles from natural materials and traditional fall experiences that include the preparation and preservation of seasonal foods. Below are a few weekend programs that take full advantage of…
Research shows that reading to children and discussing the book as you read is the single best way to increase your child’s IQ and instill the love of reading. Question: does your child read every day, not because they have to, but just for fun? Children that read because they enjoy it are those kids…
Can you tell me how to help my son stay motivated through a mid-fall slump? He starts out the school year so excited and ready to work but by mid-October, he has lost his drive. The excitement of a new school year, a new teacher and new classmates brings a special kind…
