The “summer slide” refers to what can happen to kids’ brains when they are idle during the summer months. Experts from the National Summer Learning Association estimate that the equivalent of about two month’s instruction time can be lost if children don’t keep their brains active during that break from school. Reading is a great…
We’ve compiled a list of Ohio’s most beautiful waterfalls in the Southwest region of the state for a great road trip with your family! Take a look at the 8 waterfalls we have found and be sure to plan your trip today!! Charleston Falls CHARLESTON FALLS 2535 Ross Rd., Tipp City OH 45371 Charleston Falls…
Toddler & Preschool Activities Designed with You in Mind M is for Monster has a passion. A passion to make each child love to learn at an early age so they can continue that love as they grow. We create engaging and fun activities for your child to learn through play, with you as their…
When I attended Parent Night for my third grade son, I was surprised when the teacher said that she would not be emphasizing math facts during third grade. She said it was not a priority of the math program they use. Why would this not be considered important? Some math programs place a heavier emphasis…
There’s been a lot of buzz lately about online bashing and bullying, specifically regarding military families, with scenes playing out on Facebook and other social media websites. Spouses and family members, including children, are tagged and labeled with the term “dependapotamus” – a nasty word for a completely stereotypical military dependent who doesn’t work, wears…
Winter is wonderful for slow-cooked, hearty meals but let’s face it, sometimes you just need to get something on the table. Here is a list of five, super-easy and tummy-warming meals you can have on the table in no time. Pork Fried Rice Here is a tasty one-pan dish that is great if you are…
Food for Thought In the next few weeks the final school bell will ring and kids will scream with joy because summer vacation will be here. Local kids will play computer games, get together with friends, go swimming or have fun at a local park. The majority of school age…
Summer is the perfect time for outdoor activities, but when it’s time to cool off, head to one of these local venues for some indoor fun! Burn off some energy Are your kids bouncing off the walls? Then take them Washington Township’s Sky Zone Trampoline Park where this behavior is actually encouraged! Sit back and…
Ohio is offering its first-ever sales tax holiday in August to help back-to-school shoppers reduce the cost of clothing and school supplies. The holiday is Aug. 7-9 and applies to clothing and footwear items that cost $75 or less and to supplies and instructional materials that cost $20 or less. Items priced higher than those…
Babies are very cute, but they sure are needy! If you have a newborn at home, there’s a pretty high likelihood that your “me-time” has substantially diminished or even become non-existent. It’s your responsibility to make sure that your baby is fed, bathed, happy, diapered, well rested, stimulated, and kept alive. That doesn’t leave time…
